One fifth of midwives meet the criteria for probable post-traumatic stress disorder, according to Griffith University researchers. [ + ]

There are 28 finalists for the 2016 WorkSafe Awards, with innovations including a body sling for deceased obese patients, a safe toilet and a motorised ramp with self-closing doors. [ + ]

In response to media reporting and related commentary, regarding potential safety concerns of some offshore oil and gas drilling equipment, NOPSEMA wishes to clarify actions taken in Australia regarding this matter. [ + ]

Vehicle owners and operators are advised to familiarise themselves with changes to Australian Standard AS5062. [ + ]

Young workers are the most vulnerable to workplace injuries, particularly in the construction, retail, manufacturing and hospitality industries, according to WorkSafe Victoria. [ + ]

The chair of Safe Work Australia has called on business leaders to set an example for their teams by getting involved with National Safe Work Month. [ + ]

Safe Work Australia will oversee an evaluation of more than 600 chemicals to minimise the risk of adverse health effects on workers. [ + ]

WA drink drivers will have to pay approximately $1600 for the installation of an alcohol interlock system on their vehicles under tough new laws. [ + ]

A Safe Work Australia report has shown that the fatality rate in the agricultural industry is significantly higher than the all-industry average. [ + ]

DHL Supply Chain's onboard vehicle monitoring and safe driver reward program initiatives have seen it named the winner of the 2016 AFMA Fleet Safety Award. [ + ]

The first Soft Tissue Centre Gold Star Award for employee health and wellness has been won by Campbell's Soup Australia, for its zero lost time injuries over a period of three years. [ + ]

A video has been released of Volvo's self-driving truck undergoing testing in an underground mine for the first time. [ + ]

Two publications about work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and workplace injuries have been released by Safe Work Australia. [ + ]

The Australasian College of Road Safety 2016 College Fellowship award was presented during a gala dinner in the Great Hall of Parliament House. [ + ]

According to the State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA), an updated workers compensation regulation in NSW is designed to accurately reflect recent legislative change and reforms. [ + ]