Protecting first responders from increased bushfire risk
How much workplace harm goes unreported?
Choosing the right PPE to enhance worker safety
Immersive VR training to keep forestry workers safe
More action needed on workplace lung health, survey finds
Protecting first responders from increased bushfire risk
Due to a changing climate, more frequent and severe bushfires are being experienced across Australia.
How much workplace harm goes unreported?
According to a new survey, quite a lot.
Choosing the right PPE to enhance worker safety
While safety in Australian workplaces has improved over recent years, more can still be done to prevent accidents and injuries.
Immersive VR training to keep forestry workers safe
A newly developed immersive VR training tool could enable forestry workers to be trained in a risk-free environment.
More action needed on workplace lung health, survey finds
Despite stronger crystalline silica protections taking effect from 1 September 2024, a new survey has found that more action is needed on workplace lung health.
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Safety Mate NXG GreenTek gloves
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The benefits of complying with new welding fume safety standards
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Finger amputation sees companies fined $65K
After part of a worker's finger was amputated at a Dandenong South factory, fines totalling...
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Safety app launched for farmers affected by gas projects
A workplace health and safety and environment expert has launched a new framework designed to...
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St John Ambulance, NatRoad launch first aid training for truckies
Truck drivers across Australia will soon be able to access free online first aid training as part...
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Unpacking the latest in height safety
The introduction of the Industrial Manslaughter Bill in NSW this year means that a more proactive approach to workplace safety is needed.
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Reducing the risk of falling objects on worksites
Falling objects remain a leading cause of workplace harm in the building industry, with more than...
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Worker falls through roof, company fined
A $40,000 fine and conviction has been handed to a solar installer after one of its workers fell...
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Transitional period extended on height safety regulations
An extension has been granted on the transitional period for compliance with regulations...
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From pandemic to prevention: companies address manual handling risks
Across all work industries, manual handling injuries (or body stressing injuries) represent ~37% of total workplace injuries.
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Crane collapse prompts $160K fine
A conviction and $160,000 fine has been issued to a company after it took a safety shortcut,...
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Employers urged to be wary of crush injuries in the workplace
WorkSafe Victoria is calling on employers to address the risk of crush injuries in the workplace,...
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Bulk bag stand improving farmer safety, productivity
The United Ag Bulk Bag Stand enhances farmer safety and productivity by enabling them to store...
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