Toolbox talks are a great way to start the day (or shift) on the right foot. They provide all the information needed before getting started, and they make sure everyone's aware of what health risks

Raising awareness of farm safety for the next generation of farmers.     WorkSafe Victoria urges farming families to prioritise safety and learn from the past during National Farm Safety Week. This ye

EPA reviews demolition methodology for 65-year-old Batemans Bay Bridge. The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) reviewed the demolition methodology and control measures the construction project

Health and safety on forestry work sites essential.  According to WorkSafe New Zealand, a fatality at a forestry logging site could have been avoided if industry guidelines were followed. In Febru

Workers compensation fraudster caught while working. A mechanic was last week convicted after an investigation found he had fraudulently obtained workers compensation payments. The worker was placed o

Safety is a priority for those involved in construction, considering that construction sites pose one of the highest risks across various industries. To protect workers, Workplace Health and Safety (W

At its core, work health and safety is about managing risks and preventing harm. And while preventing workplace accidents and injuries should be a year-round priority, Safe Work Month provides an oppo

SafeWork NSW has launched the second stage of its Safety Around Your Vehicle Compliance Project. The campaign aims to promote safety practices when working around vehicles.SafeWork Executive Director,

From 1 January 2022, QLD property owners/managers must install interconnected smoke alarms in residential rental properties. With a requirement to now fit interconnected alarms in eve

Did you miss World Hearing Day?March 3rd was World Hearing Day, a day to raise awareness on how to prevent deafness and hearing loss at work. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 360 mill

Workers in the manufacturing industry are exposed to hazards such as body stress, falls, slips, trips, manual handling, musculoskeletal disorders, and working with dangerous machinery and equipment. F