A Victorian transport logistics company has been charged after a worker was seriously injured by falling steel beams at a West Melbourne freight depot in 2021. [ + ]

The Australian Flexible Pavement Association has marked Road Safety Week by calling for greater road safety standards for road users and road workers. [ + ]

R U OK? has released free resources to empower apprentices and trainees with the knowledge to have meaningful conversations and foster supportive friendships. [ + ]

The Workplace Health & Safety Show aims to help employers effectively develop workplace wellbeing programs to support worker mental health. [ + ]

Safe Work Australia is seeking feedback about a proposed workplace exposure standard (WES) for diesel particulate matter, as exposure can lead to certain cancers. [ + ]

Queenslanders are encouraged to have their say on proposed amendments to the Electrical Safety Act; feedback on key issues can be submitted until 27 June 2023. [ + ]

Monash University has received a funding boost for research projects related to the early screening and detection of silicosis. [ + ]

Now in their 34th year, the WorkSafe Awards recognise the achievements of those who have contributed to reducing workplace harm or improving outcomes for injured workers. [ + ]

A $180,000 fine and conviction has been issued to the operator of a Montrose quarry, following the exposure of workers to respirable crystalline silica. [ + ]

First aid training has been highlighted as a key part of workplace safety, following the release of a 10-year government injury and fatality reduction strategy. [ + ]

WorkSafe Victoria is calling on employers to address the risk of crush injuries in the workplace, after eight people died in workplace crush incidents in 2022. [ + ]

A Victorian utlity company has been fined after a worker sustained serious hand injuries while cleaning part of a wastewater management system. [ + ]

Safe Work Australia has released the theme and campaign kit for National Safe Work Month, taking place in October 2023. [ + ]

The Queensland Government has accepted all 31 recommendations of a review into the Work Health and Safety Act and taken steps to manage silica dust in construction and manufacturing. [ + ]

Construction workers are encouraged to participate in the National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, through talks, training and other activities. [ + ]