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New psychological health regulations set to take effect in South Australia(Post)
New WHS regulations to help South Australian businesses prevent work-related psychological injuries and diseases will take effect this month.The new regulations under the Work Health and Safety ...
Nine Victorian workers died from crush injuries in 2022, WorkSafe data reveals(Post)WorkSafe has warned employers about the dangers of crush injuries after eight Victorian workers were killed in crush incidents in 2022.Worksafe data shows the safety watchdog accepted more than 400 w ...
Queensland WorkCover premiums among lowest in the country(Post)The Queensland Government has increased the average premium rate for workers’ compensation insurance. For the financial year 2022–23, Queensland businesses will pay $1.23 per $100 of wages paid. The ...
Resources accessible for Palmerston homeowners to handle asbestos hazards(Post)NT WorkSafe urges individuals in Palmerston and Rural areas with home renovation projects planned for the Easter long weekend to participate in the Information Hub sessions at the Palmerston Li ...
NSW mine operators encouraged to make necessary preparations for the upcoming storm season(Post)NSW mines are urged to stay vigilant and get ready for the regular storm season which spans from October to March annually.The regulator says storms can significantly affect mining activities, highli ...
Increased funding to improve farm safety in Tasmania(Post)The Tasmanian Government says the agriculture sector plays a vital role in the state's economy, adding that it is committed to implementing safe farming practices to support its continued growth.Mini ...
WorkSafe issues safety alert after two workers suffer carbon monoxide poisoning in cool room(Post)NT WorkSafe is warning about the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning when using fuel-powered (petrol/LPG/Diesel) forklifts in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas.The safety regulator issued the alert ...
Vic abattoir fined $55,000 following forklift injury(Post)A Victorian abattoir has been fined $55,000 without conviction after a worker was injured in a forklift incident in 2019.The company pleaded guilty to two charges of failing to provide and maintain a ...
Melbourne freight company charged over fatal unloading incident(Post)A Melbourne freight company has been charged after a worker died while unloading sections of steel light poles from a truck at Altona North in June 2020.The man died after two of the sections became ...
Heavy vehicle regulator launches nationwide initiative to address fatigue among truckies(Post)The national heavy vehicle regulator (NHVR) is commencing a nationwide campaign to combat fatigue, after almost 5,000 fatigue-related violations were recorded in the last year. The initiative titled ...
Safe Work Australia seeking public comments on earthmoving machinery(Post)The federal workplace health and safety regulator is seeking input on how to enhance the safety of earthmoving equipment used for lifting tasks. “We are seeking your views on the potential ref ...
