Industry News
Tree branch kills school groundskeeper
A man working as a groundskeeper at a school in Berwick has been killed after he was hit by a tree branch. [ + ]
Greater accountability for union officials on building sites
Union officials can now be held personally liable for breaking workplace laws, after a High Court ruling. [ + ]
Construction company charged over painter's death
The death of a painter has led to charges being laid against a construction company. [ + ]
Warning issued over unsafe work at heights, following multiple falls
Two serious workplace falls in less than two weeks have prompted a WorkSafe Victoria warning about the dangers of working at heights. [ + ]
Workplace standing desks less healthy than first believed
Standing desks in the workplace may not be as healthy as first thought, according to new research. [ + ]
First responders to receive greater trauma support
Greater protections are required for frontline service personnel who witness trauma in their line of work, according to the Tasmanian Labor Party. [ + ]
Industry leaders to exhibit at Workplace Health and Safety Show
The exhibitor list for the Workplace Health and Safety Show 2018 has been expanded, with new technology, processes and products on display. [ + ]
Crush injury leads to fine and conviction for car repairer
A fine has been issued to a Dandenong car repairer after a mechanic was crushed by a vehicle on an incorrectly operated hoist. [ + ]
Spill Station Australia founder passes away
Bruce Cartwright, founder of Spill Station Australia, died peacefully on 6 February. [ + ]
Study highlights impact of trauma on firefighters
More support will be provided for firefighters, following a landmark study into their mental and physical health. [ + ]
NTC's updated load restraint guide available online
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has released an updated load restraint guide on its website. [ + ]
Victorian truck driver killed on dairy farm
A truck driver has died after his vehicle made contact with overhead power lines on a dairy farm near Albury–Wodonga. [ + ]
