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Managing the Risks of Plant in the Workplace: An Essential Guide to Australian Compliance(Post)
Plant and equipment form the backbone of countless Australian industries. From heavy-duty machinery in mining and construction to specialised tools in manufacturing and agriculture, plant enable prod ...
Queensland initiates campaign to decrease severe workplace injuries and deaths(Post)The Queensland Government has unveiled a safety campaign designed to bolster safety outcomes in key sectors, including construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and social assistance.The State Governm ...
National Safe Work Month kicks off(Post)October 1 officially kicked off National Safe Work Month and Safe Work Australia reminds workplaces to ‘know safety, work safely’ and make workplace safety a priority.Safe Work Australia said Nationa ...
What is ISO 45001:2018, and How Can it Benefit Your Business?(Post)ISO 45001:2018 Standard is an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) designed to promote a healthy working environment by providing a framework for identifying, controlling, and man ...
Unsafe Work Practices: Avoid These 10 Practices & Create a Safer Workplace(Post)Employers and workers need to understand the serious health risks associated with unsafe work practices. The 2023 Key Work Health and Safety Statistics from Australia report that the leading cau ...
Managing Contractors: WHS Documentation for Principal Contractors and Sub-Contractors(Post)Having contractors on site can be a great way to ensure a project is completed on time and within budget. However, contractor management is an important task that requires compliance with WHS Heal ...
NT WorkSafe warns about dangers of poorly installed DC isolators (Post)NT WorkSafe reminds solar installers that poor installation of DC isolators can lead to fire.In a recent safety alert, the safety regulator urges solar PV installers and electricians to “ensure ...
Tasmania reforms quad bike laws to reduce risks(Post)The Tasmanian Government has amended the Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 to improve quad bike safety. The regulations have been amended to impose a duty on a person conducting a business or u ...
Queensland implements improved and more precise WHS regulations(Post)The Queensland Government has implemented several legislative amendments under the Work Health and Safety and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024 to enhance safety, fairness, health, and productivit ...
Australia’s first ever amusement rides code of practice introduced in Queensland(Post)The Office of Industrial Relations, Queensland has introduced Australia's first-ever code of practice for ensuring the safety of amusement devices.The Amusement Devices Code of Practice 2023 provides ...
How to Conduct a WHS Audit: Step-by-Step Guide(Post)A WHS (Work Health and Safety) audit is a powerful process for organisations to maintain safety, ensure compliance with WHS legislation, and proactively reduce workplace risks. But without a structur ...
