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Queensland Government’s Work Well Awards nominations are open(Post)
Entries for the Queensland Government’s Work Well Awards (formerly Safe Work and Return to Work Awards) are open, and Workplace Health and Safety Queensland encourages businesses and individuals to a ...
WorkSafe files charges after patient dies at a Melbourne hospital(Post)A healthcare services provider has been charged by the Victorian workplace safety regulator after a patient died at a Melbourne hospital.WorkSafe has accused the health services provider of three bre ...
NT WorkSafe warns about dangers of using LP gas cylinder adaptors(Post)The Northern Territory's workplace safetywatchdog warns owners of LP gas appliances against using adaptors to connect their gas appliance to portable gas cylinders following a serious barbecue incide ...
Darwin business facing charges over gas explosion(Post)A Northern Territory family business has been charged with workplace safety breaches after a gas exploded at a Darwin restaurant, injuring five patrons. The five patrons were cooking their meal on a ...
Key sectors on WorkSafe's watchlist to minimise injuries(Post)WorkSafe Victoria has recently revealed it will focus on five key industries in the upcoming year to help achieve its ambitious objectives for decreasing workplace fatalities and injuries across the ...
New campaign encourages young workers to speak up about unsafe conditions at work(Post)WorkSafe Victoria has launched a new safety campaign targeting young workers. The campaign "UMM" derives its name from the expression that comes to mind when we're not sure what to sa ...
WorkSafe NZ highlights the importance of contractor management(Post)WorkSafe NZ highlights the importance of contractor management and detailed job planning. A worker was tasked with removing an elevated walkway at a quarry operation when he fell four metres to ...
$100,000 fine for demolition company after fatal wall collapse(Post)$100,000 fine for demolition company after fatal wall collapse. A demolition contractor has pleaded guilty in the Ballarat Magistrates Court to one charge of failing to maintain a safe workplace ...
3 Types of Environmental Hazards in the Workplace (Post)Every day, we encounter various environmental hazards, both at home and in the workplace. Understanding these workplace hazards is crucial to safeguarding yourself and your employees. Over 60% o ...
Managing Chemical Hazards + Safe Storage of Chemical Substances(Post)Chemical hazards are present in many workplaces. They can be found in the form of vapours, mists, specks of dust, gasses, solutions, or solid forms. Safe handling and proper chemical storage are e ...
What Is a Permit to Work? Key Requirements & When to Use One(Post)In high-risk industries, having the right safety controls in place can mean the difference between a safe day at work and a serious incident. One of the most effective tools for managing high-risk ac ...
