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New Zealand pest control business fined for exposing workers to hazardous substance(Post)
A New Zealand pest control business has been fined $250,000 for exposing employees to toxic fumigants.WorkSafe New Zealand launched an investigation after workers suffered acute methyl bromide poison ...
Injuries at Work: 5 Strategies to Reduce Injuries(Post)In 2022, there were 195 tragic worker fatalities resulting from injuries sustained during work-related activities. Injuries in the workplace are serious issues that can have devastating consequences ...
Construction Management: Guide to Construction Site Management Plan (Post)Construction management involves planning, coordinating, and monitoring the various activities of a project from inception to approval to completion. Since many construction activities are high-risk ...
Occupational Safety and Health: Complete Overview and Guide(Post)Prevalence of Workplace Incidents in AustraliaInjuries in the workplace are a leading cause of fatalities and injury in Australia. While workplace accidents can happen in any industry, specific secto ...
Modern Slavery: Shining a Light on a Global Human Rights Issue(Post)It is shocking and saddening that slavery persists today despite the many strides made in human rights over the past century. In many ways, this crisis of human trafficking and forced labour is even ...
Working on Farms in Australia: Safety Guide for Farmers(Post)Farming can be rewarding and challenging, but whether it's considered a safe job depends on various factors. Working on Farms involves heavy machinery, animals, and sometimes hazardous chemicals. Thi ...
SWMS Templates: Streamlining Safety Procedures for High-Risk Activities(Post)Nothing beats the reliability of a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) when ensuring workplace safety during high-risk work activities. It outlines the risks associated with a specific task and provide ...
Understanding the Need for Quality Management Systems in Australia(Post)Quality is the degree to which a product or service meets the customer's needs or expectations. In simple words, quality is about meeting or exceeding expectations. Therefore, a Quality Management Sy ...
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 ...
Managing Crystalline Silica Dust Safety(Post)Zach Smith, National Secretary of the CFMEU, said engineered stone is the 'asbestos of the 2020s'. There's a truth to this statement since working with engineered stone releases crystalline silica ...
Unsafe construction sites throughout Sydney(Post)Electrical shock while forming concrete slab. A worker was electrocuted while preparing to form up a concrete slab located next to an existing structure.The investigation into the incident is st ...
