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Comcare assesses measures implemented to combat sexual harassment in the workplace(Post)
A study by Comcare on workplace sexual harassment interventions has shown that a comprehensive approach is the most successful in preventing and dealing with sexual harassment in the workplace.A ...
New research links disabling workplace injuries and illnesses to higher risk of suicide (Post)Researchers from Monash University have found that people who are away from work for long periods due to a work-related injury or illness have a higher risk of suicide or self-harm.The researchers co ...
WorkSafe advises workplaces to remain vigilant of the risks associated with asbestos(Post)WorkSafe Victoria is advising employers and tradies to prioritise safety measures when managing the risks associated with potentially lethal asbestos, which continues to be present in various workpla ...
SafeWork SA issues expiation notices for high risk work without licence(Post)Two construction companies have recently received expiation notices from SafeWork SA for allowing workers to undertake high risk work without the appropriate licence.SafeWork Australia said it was no ...
NT solar company faces charges for persistently disregarding the risk of falls from heights(Post)NT WorkSafe has filed charges against a solar company and its manager for not ensuring their employees utilised fall protection measures while performing tasks at elevated levels.The safety watc ...
Safe Work Australia releases case study on controlling psychosocial risks in the retail sector(Post)Safe Work Australia has released the first case study in a series that examines the management of psychosocial risks across different sectors.This preliminary case study, as outlined by Safe Wor ...
WorkSafe launches new infographics highlighting psychosocial hazards in high-risk industries(Post)WorkSafe has created infographics addressing psychosocial risks prevalent in high-risk industries such as construction, manufacturing, forestry and agriculture, in addition to those risks impacting ...
SafeWork SA releases new guidance material on reducing the risk of silica dust exposure (Post)SafeWork SA has partnered with relevant stakeholders in the construction industry to publish new guidance on managing the risks of silica dust.The guidance material contains information on how to con ...
Safe Work Australia seeks public comments on crane licensing for high risk work(Post)Safe Work Australia is currently inviting input on six suggestions designed to enhance the high-risk work licensing framework for cranes.“The proposals include new licences, new experience requiremen ...
Workers in the Northern Territory still disregarding risks of falling from height - WorkSafe(Post)NT WorkSafe has recently issued a reminder to all workplaces regarding the hazards associated with working at elevated heights, as well as the necessary measures to mitigate those risks.Recent s ...
Safe Work Australia creates new materials to mitigate risks of online harassment in the workplace(Post)Safe Work Australia, in collaboration with eSafety, has created useful resources for managing the risks associated with online abuse in the workplace. “The new resources, including a dow ...
