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Friday 23rd April 2021(Post)
Parks Victoria fined $100,000 over serious injuries. On Monday, Parks Victoria was issued a $100,000 fine after two men were seriously injured when riding motorbikes within a nature reserve.The ...
Unlicensed Electrical Contractor Fined. (Post)$16,000 fine for unlicensed electrical contractor. An unlicensed electrician who advertised an air-conditioning business on Facebook has been fined $16,000 in the Brisbane Magistrates Cour ...
What is a Safety Management System (SMS) and Why Your Business Should Implement(Post)Creating a safe workplace isn’t just a legal requirement, it’s a moral responsibility we have with the people we work with and a smart business move. Whether you run a small operation or ...
10 Common Safety Hazards in the Hospitality Industry(Post)The hospitality industry, covering hotels, restaurants, takeaway food services, and bars, is known for its vibrant atmosphere but also faces significant safety challenges. In Australia, the rate of i ...
Commercial Cleaning - Your business is as clean as your safety protocol(Post)Your business is as clean as your safety protocol If you work in a commercial cleaning business, you know that safety is always a top priority. And one of the best ways to ensure a safe workplac ...
Friday 19th March 2021(Post)Fine issued after double leg amputation. SafeWork SA successfully prosecuted a hay processing and exporting company after a 2017 incident in which a workers’ legs were amputated in a hay press ...
Thursday 25th March 2021(Post)NSW flood effect residents exempt from waste levy. Areas across New South Wales (NSW) have been declared Natural Disaster Areas due to floodwaters. The NSW Government has announced the waste le ...
How to create a safe workplace: Tips for managers(Post)As a workplace manager, it is your responsibility to ensure the health and safety of your employees. This can seem daunting, but there are some simple steps you can take to ensure your workplace is s ...
Thursday 11th February 2021(Post)Truck driving increases the risk of physical and mental health problems. 1 in 5 truck drivers aged under 35 years reported severe psychological distress, and 54.3% of drivers are obese according ...
Why Reviewing Your Risk Controls Matters: And How to Do it Right(Post)This is the fourth in a four-part series on building a comprehensive workplace safety system. Your Safety Plan Isn’t a Set-and-Forget Document In the first three weeks of our series, you've don ...
10 WHS Policies and Procedures Every Workplace Should Have(Post)Getting a handle on workplace safety, standards, and regulations is one of the essential parts of running a business. Having a comprehensive safety policy and well-defined WHS policies and procedures ...
