-
Safe Work Australia seeks input on proposed model Code of Practice(Post)
Safe Work Australia is creating a model Code of Practice (model Code) that offers practical advice to employers on managing the risks associated with biological hazards in the workplace. According t ...
SafeWork NSW's construction blitz aims to ensure compliance with safety standards(Post)SafeWork NSW inspectors are inspecting commercial construction sites in the Hunter and Central Coast areas this week, as part of a sustained effort to maintain worker safety. During onsite visits, i ...
New SafeWork SA initiative focused on the retail industry(Post)The retail sector is the focus of a new campaign by SafeWork SA, which aims to protect workers from slips, trips, falls, and injuries caused by heavy lifting and repetitive tasks.Starting in Mar ...
NSW kids learn about electricity safety(Post)Ausgrid staff will visit primary schools across NSW to teach kids about electricity safety as part of Electricity Safety Week. More than 800 primary schools have registered for this year’s event. Aus ...
Week 3 of National Safe Work Month - Clean Air. Clean Lungs(Post)In the third week of supporting Safe Work Month, we will be focusing on workplace exposure to hazardous chemicals and dust. The Clean Air, Clear Lungs campaign is run by Safe Work Australia to raise ...
What is ISO 45001:2018, and How Can it Benefit Your Business?(Post)ISO 45001:2018 Standard is an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) designed to promote a healthy working environment by providing a framework for identifying, controlling, and man ...
New laws prioritise mental health in Victoria(Post)Victorian employers are now required to take certain actions to recognise psychosocial hazards and manage work-related mental health risks. Effective from December 1, 2025, the Occupational Health a ...
Border blitz prioritises mental health and falls prevention(Post)WorkSafe Victoria and SafeWork NSW are set to undertake a collaborative operation from November 18 to 22, aimed at assisting the construction sector in Mildura in identifying and mitigating workplace ...
The Hierarchy of Controls: How to Apply it in the Workplace(Post)This is the third in a four-part series on building a comprehensive workplace safety system. The Gold Standard for Managing Risk In Weeks 1 and 2, you learned how to identify hazards and assess their ...
The Dangers of Working at Heights: A Guide to Workplace Safety(Post)Working at heights presents numerous hazards that can lead to severe injuries or even fatalities if not properly addressed. These risks are not limited to construction sites; they can be found in a w ...
Australia completes GHS 7 transition(Post)Manufacturers and importers of hazardous chemicals in Australia are now required to use the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals Revision 7 (GHS 7). The two-year tr ...
