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New taskforce to tackle silica hazards in tunnelling projects across NSW(Post)
The NSW Government has created a new Expert Taskforce to manage and tackle health hazards linked to silica exposure for workers involved in tunnelling projects. The Taskforce, which includes represe ...
New Zealand steel manufacturer fined after worker killed in crushing incident(Post)A New Zealand steel manufacturing firm has recently received a fine of $330,000 after a worker was fatally injured when nine tonnes of poorly loaded steel fell on him four years ago.In November 2020, ...
WorkSafe urges employers to implement safety measures at worksites ahead of strong winds(Post)Employers in Victoria are advised to ensure the safety of their worksites and to reassess outdoor work activities, as the State is anticipated to experience strong winds in the next two days.Accordin ...
SA parents urged to prevent kids from using quad bikes(Post)Parents are being advised to prevent children from using quad bikes and all-terrain vehicles due to a worrying increase in injury cases at a South Australian Women’s and Children’s Hospital.From ...
Vic school fined for safety violations that led to ground worker’s death(Post)A private school in Victoria has been fined $140,000 for safety violations following the death of a groundworker four years ago.The worker died after being struck by a tree branch on the school groun ...
Keeping Your Business Flowing with a Disaster Recovery Plan(Post)Business continuity plans ensure that Australian businesses can keep their operations running while managing the impacts of various external events. Natural disasters, pandemics, economic crises, and ...
Thursday 11th February 2021(Post)Truck driving increases the risk of physical and mental health problems. 1 in 5 truck drivers aged under 35 years reported severe psychological distress, and 54.3% of drivers are obese according ...
VIC worker found guilty following forklift fatality(Post)An employee has been found guilty and sentenced to a six month good behaviour bond after a co-worker was killed by a forklift load in a warehouse north-east of Geelong in October 2021. The 53-year-ol ...
Electrical Safety Week(Post)Electrical safety is extremely important in the workplace. Every year, electrical accidents claim the lives of workers across the country. Electrical Safety Week is an annual event that highlights th ...
Queensland primary students invited to participate in the 2027 Farm Safety Calendar contest(Post)The Queensland Government is urging primary school students to express their creativity and assist in promoting the farm safety message by participating in the 2027 Farm Safety Calendar competition.
NHVR's extensive operation shows driver fatigue remains a critical issue(Post)The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) collaborated with law enforcement agencies throughout Australia during the peak Christmas holiday season, successfully identifying nearly 200 offences rela ...
