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SafeWork SA campaign looks at violence and aggression in the retail sector(Post)
SafeWork SA plans to conduct a state-wide compliance campaign early next month to look at the issue of violence and aggression in the retail sector. Inspectors will visit retail outlets both in metro ...
Heavy vehicle regulator urges caution during grape harvest(Post)The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is reminding operators of heavy vehicles transporting grapes to put in place safety measures to protect other road users.The National Heavy Vehicle Re ...
Queensland's resources regulator calls on operators to confirm the stability of rigs in light of recent incident(Post)Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) is emphasising the importance of rig stability to operators following a major incident. The regulatory authority reported that a well-servicing rig topp ...
New Safe Work Australia article delves into how WHS outcomes differ across the nation(Post)Safe Work Australia has released a new article examining the differences in work health and safety results across urban, regional, and remote regions of Australia According to Safe Work Australia, t ...
Warning for SA construction sector as Christmas rush approaches(Post)SafeWork SA is calling on builders and contractors to place a higher emphasis on safety rather than succumbing to the pressures of heavy workloads as they strive to finalise projects before the Chris ...
VIC company fined $40,000 for worker injury caused by insufficient fall protection(Post)A Victorian steel fabrication and installation business has been found guilty and ordered to pay a fine of $40,000 for endangering workers on a Geelong construction site, despite a worker suffering s ...
NSW pays tribute to individuals who have lost their lives in occupational incidents(Post)The NSW Government observed the International Day of Mourning, extending its heartfelt tributes to those who have passed away as a result of workplace incidents or health issues. The International D ...
NSW boosts number of psychosocial inspectors to enhance mental health(Post)The NSW Government says it is enhancing workplace mental health by increasing the number of psychosocial inspectors from SafeWork NSW. According to the State Government, 20 psychosocial inspectors w ...
NHVR issues warning about dangers of fatigue during Easter holiday(Post)The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is urging the entire heavy vehicle sector to prioritise fatigue management and ensure safe driving practices as the 2025 Easter holidays approach. Operati ...
Transport organisations urge caution when sharing roads with agricultural vehicles (Post)This Farm Safety Week, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) and Livestock, Bulk and Rural Carriers Association (LBRCA) have joined forces to call on road users to exercise caution when approac ...
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 ...
