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What are codes of practice?(Post)
Codes of practice are sets of guidelines that help you to meet your legal obligations under your applicable Work Health and Safety Act. In Australia, there are codes of practice for a wide range of i ...
Friday 19th February 2021(Post)Manufacturer fined after death of a bystander. A roof product manufacture has been fined $135,000 in an incident that resulted in a fatality.In February 2018, an employee drove a truck fitted wi ...
Kicking 2023 off with Safety at the Forefront(Post)The new year has just passed in, and with it comes the chance to start fresh. For business owners, that means taking a hard look at company safety protocols and ensuring they're up to date. Here at S ...
Summer and the increase of Mosquito-Borne diseases(Post)With summer comes the increased risk of mosquito-borne diseases. These diseases can have a significant impact on businesses, especially those that are located in areas where there is a high density o ...
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 ...
The Rise of Augmented Reality (AR) in Health and Safety Training(Post)Augmented Reality (AR) is a technology that is gaining popularity in various industries, and the field of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (Health and Safety) is no exception. With its ability ...
Mastering Manual Handling: Your Visual Safety Guide(Post)Manual handling is a part of everyday work in many industries, yet it carries hidden risks that can lead to long-term injuries. From back strains and joint pain to more serious musculoskeletal disord ...
Thursday 22nd April 2021(Post)Building boom in Victoria leads to massive asbestos disposal challenge. Due to a building boom in Victoria, the challenge of removing and disposing of asbestos is tipped to rise from 178,000 ton ...
Basic health and safety obligations not met(Post)Basic health and safety obligations not met - worker poisoned. Charges have been laid against a pest bait manufacturing organisation in New Zealand for an incident in May 2019, where a worker al ...
How to Conduct a Toolbox Talk That Actually Works(Post)On busy worksites, safety conversations need to be quick, clear, and memorable. That’s where toolbox talks come in. A toolbox talk, sometimes called a pre-start or safety talk, is a short, info ...
Case Studies(Page)Case Studies Learn how Australian businesses use SafetyDocs by SafetyCulture to change the way they do safety, comply with legislation and meet the needs of their clients. D&N Plumbing us ...
