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NSW introduces on-the-spot fines for WHS offences(Post)
SafeWork NSW inspectors will have powers to issue on-the-spot fines for electrical safety breaches and asbestos offences through an amendment to the WHS Act.The new rules allow inspectors to issue pe ...
SA Power distributor urges safety around powerlines during flood clean-up(Post)South Australia's electricity distributor SA Power Networks reminds River Murray residents to exercise caution when working around powerlines during flood clean-up activities.Head of Corporate Affair ...
Air Conditioning Installation: Safe Work Practices(Post)Air conditioning installation is complex and demands careful attention to safety. From pressurised components and refrigerants to electrical wiring and ductwork, there's plenty that can go wrong. Thi ...
Essential Energy urges safety with Christmas lights(Post)Essential Energy reminds customers to put safety first when hanging Christmas lights this holiday season.The electricity distributor has provided customers with electrical safety tips for the home.“C ...
Campaign aims to promote powerline safety within Queensland's agricultural industry(Post)Workplace Health and Safety Queensland is implementing a proactive compliance campaign aimed at minimising risks associated with working in proximity to powerlines within the agricultural sector. Th ...
New film reinforces arc flash safety message(Post)Queensland’s Electrical Safety Office (ESO) has produced a film warning workers of the dangers of arc flash.Head of the Electrical Safety Office Donna Heelan said arc flash incidents are on the ...
Findings released into bulldozer collision death(Post)Findings released into bulldozer collision death. In 2019 a 47-year-old father of two was killed when a bulldozer collided with his utility at a mine in NSW.A report into the death has now been ...
A Down-to-Earth Guide to Health and Safety for New Business Owners in Australia(Post)Congratulations on taking the entrepreneurial leap to start your own business! Going from an employee to an employer is an exciting but challenging transition. Whether you're brewing the perfect l ...
Man in critical condition after tragic workplace incident in Sydney(Post)A man is battling for his life following an electric shock sustained during a workplace incident in Sydney. Emergency services responded to Franklin Street in Malabar at around 8am on Monday followin ...
Unsafe construction sites throughout Sydney(Post)Electrical shock while forming concrete slab. A worker was electrocuted while preparing to form up a concrete slab located next to an existing structure.The investigation into the incident is st ...
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 ...
