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WorkSafe files charges against construction firm following worker's fall(Post)
A construction company has been charged by Victoria’s workplace safety watchdog after an employee sustained severe head and spinal injuries from a fall at a Melbourne worksite two years ago. W ...
WorkSafe seeks feedback on ‘organisational change’ for implementing new strategy(Post)WorkSafe New Zealand has announced it will commence consultation with employees regarding its proposed organisational changes next week.The proposal for change seeks to implement WorkSafe's new strat ...
Safety warning after kids fall into septic tanks in the NT(Post)NT WorkSafe reminds workplaces to ensure that septic tank lids on their properties are safe and secured after a four-year-old child fell into a full septic tank in the Barkly Region last week. “Unsec ...
WorkSafe Tasmania targeting construction, transport and distillery sectors this year(Post)Tasmania's WHS regulator has announced that inspectors will make both planned and unannounced visits to workplaces this year, to make sure they are managing health and safety risks.WorkSafe Tasmania ...
Making mine safety a priority this holiday season(Post)The NSW Resources Regulator is reminding the mining industry to prioritise safety this holiday season. The resources regulator said many mining operations continue to operate during this period, and ...
WorkSafe extends specialist care for silica-exposed workers(Post)Victorian workers at risk of silicosis will continue to access free health screening after WorkSafe extended its partnership with a Melbourne-based occupational respiratory clinic for a period of thr ...
Northern Territory moves to lower worker exposure to welding fumes(Post)The Northern Territory has reduced the workplace exposure standard (WES) for welding fumes from an 8-hour time weighted average (TWA) of 5 mg/m3 to 1 mg/m3.The change is effective immediately, a ...
Campaign aims to promote powerline safety within Queensland's agricultural industry(Post)Workplace Health and Safety Queensland is implementing a proactive compliance campaign aimed at minimising risks associated with working in proximity to powerlines within the agricultural sector. Th ...
Queensland employers urged to implement proactive strategies to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace(Post)Starting in September, Queensland employers must take proactive steps to address the risk of workplace sexual harassment, leading the nation in regulatory reform.By early 2025, new regulations w ...
NSW reminds everyone to stay alert during National Asbestos Awareness Week(Post)The NSW Government is once again urging employers, workers, and home renovators statewide to maintain awareness of the risks posed by asbestos.Asbestos is found in one out of every three Austral ...
Queensland mine safety regulator urges operators to take proactive measures in anticipation of the storm season(Post)Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) is calling on mine operators to make preparations ahead of the approaching storm season.The storm season commences in November and generally concludes by ...
