Industry News
$685K fine after worker crushed to death
Following the crushing death of a Kalgoorlie worker, an engineering company has been fined $685,000 (and ordered to pay $21,413 in costs). [ + ]
Partial building collapse under investigation
An investigation is underway into a partial building collapse at Burwood in Sydney. [ + ]
Worker impaled, logistics company charged
Charges have been laid after a worker was impaled and killed at a storage shed in Willaura, south of Ararat, in December 2022. [ + ]
Campaign to improve psychological wellbeing in construction
The 'Healthy Minds, Safer Sites' campaign is being conducted on construction sites across NSW as part of a state government mental health initiative. [ + ]
Fatal gate crush leads to $350K fine
A truck driver was fatally crushed under a falling gate at a Dandenong depot in mid-2022, with a gate manufacturing and repair company subsequently fined $350,000. [ + ]
Staying safe at work as the year draws to a close
Employers and workers are being urged to exercise caution during the end-of-year rush and to prioritise safety at work. [ + ]
Alarming commercial driver fatigue, distraction levels: report
A new report by a technology company has revealed some critical data relating to driver fatigue and distraction in the transport and logistics industry. [ + ]
Worker crushed by EWP, two companies charged
A plumbing contractor and construction company have been charged after a worker was crushed by an elevated work platform (EWP). [ + ]
Worker dies, $567K fine for engineering company
Following the death of a worker at a Bassendean workshop, an engineering company has been fined $567,000. [ + ]
Charges laid alleging sexual harassment of apprentice
An electrical contracting company and its director have been charged over the alleged bullying and sexual harassment of a female apprentice. [ + ]
Record attendance at WH&S Show
The 2024 Workplace Health & Safety Show, held in both Melbourne and Sydney, has achieved a huge increase in attendance rates. [ + ]
NSW Govt enforces engineered stone ban via inspections
Over 100 improvement notices have been issued to workplaces as part of the NSW Government's efforts to enforce the engineered stone ban. [ + ]
Providing mental health support to young workers
Mental health is one of the leading reasons young workers do not finish their apprenticeships — often due to challenging working conditions, poor pay or bullying. [ + ]
New psychology division supports organisational compliance
In recognition of the need to protect workers from psychosocial hazards in the workplace, Rehab Management has launched a dedicated psychology division. [ + ]
Gin distiller explosion injures eight, $50K fine
An explosion and fireball at a Rutherglen winery and gin distiller that injured workers and customers has led to a $50,000 fine. [ + ]
