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NSW Resources Regulator releases key compliance objectives for the first half of 2025(Post)
The NSW Resources Regulator has recently published its Compliance Priorities for the period of January to June 2025, detailing essential compliance priorities and proactive assessment initiatives for ...
Safe Work Australia release new ‘user-friendly’ data website(Post)Safe Work Australia has recently announced the release of a new data website that provides national occupational health and safety and workers’ compensation data ‘in an intuitive and user-friendly wa ...
Model WHS Regulations Relating to Major Hazard Facilities Open for Public Feedback(Post)Safe Work Australia seeks public input on the model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Regulations relating to Major Hazard Facilities (MHFs).The federal safety regulator welcomes feedback from operators o ...
Risk Assessment 101: What it is, Why It Matters, and How to Get It Right(Post)This is the second in a four-part series on building a comprehensive workplace safety system. Understanding the Difference: Hazard vs. Risk Last week, we focused on identifying hazards, anything with ...
Construction falls prompt WorkSafe Victoria warning(Post)Following a tragic surge in construction falls, WorkSafe Victoria urges employers in the industry to review their fall prevention measures.According to the safety watchdog, a recent series of se ...
Changes to dangerous goods transport regulations in the Northern Territory(Post)The Northern Territory Government has introduced a number of changes to the State’s dangerous goods transport regulations. The new regulations aim to ensure NT’s dangerous goods laws are consistent w ...
WA transport company faces charges over worker’s severe injuries(Post)WorkSafe has charged a transport company after a worker suffered a severe leg injury in a forklift incident in January 2021.The safety regulator accuses the transport company of failing to create a s ...
Safe Work Australia releases updated information on Australian and other Standards (Post)Safe Work Australia has released a revised information sheet and new web page about Australian and other Standards.The sheet provides information about how these standards interact with occupational ...
WorkSafe New Zealand gains Rainbow Tick accreditation(Post)WorkSafe New Zealand has recently received the Rainbow Tick accreditation, which recognises the safety regulator's commitment to fairness, diversity, and inclusion."To be a good regulator and a good ...
Charges laid after patient dies at VIC hospital’s psychiatric care centre(Post)A medical facility operator has been charged by WorkSafe after a patient died at a Geelong hospital two years ago.In December 2022, the patient sadly ended her own life while receiving treatment in t ...
NSW Resources Regulator lists compliance priorities for Jan-June 2024(Post)The NSW Resources Regulator has announced its compliance priorities for the first half of 2024.The regulator says publishing the document promotes transparency and encourages workplaces to comply wit ...
