Industry News
Company fined $180,000 after workers injured in factory falls
A company from WA has been found guilty of breaching the Occupational Safety and Health Act and fined $180,000 following a 2013 incident that seriously injured two workers. [ + ]
Wearable impact monitor wins international competition
A helmet that can measure head impact and even brain activity has won the international Sudden Impact competition for wearable health solutions. [ + ]
$1.3m research to reduce quad bike deaths
The results from a $1.3m funded research project into quad bike safety were released this week by the University of NSW. [ + ]
Car technology that sees around corners
Ford's new camera technology gives a 180° view from the front of a vehicle to help drivers navigate blind junctions and other traffic situations with reduced visibility. [ + ]
Safety inspections for Victoria
Several south-eastern Victorian towns will be the target of safety inspections this month, as WorkSafe Victoria focuses on hazardous and high-risk workplaces. [ + ]
National Tradies Month during August
Tradespeople are in the spotlight this month during Tradies National Health Month, a national campaign focusing on the health, safety and positive effects of physiotherapy for workers in a labour-intensive industry. [ + ]
Be aware of overhead power lines
Equipment operators are being warned by Essential Energy about the dangers of electrical power lines after a series of incidents that occurred across NSW last month. [ + ]
Risk-taking higher in transport industry: report
Safe Work Australia has published new research reports, and a key finding to emerge is the level of risk-taking accepted by employers in the transport sector compared to other industries. [ + ]
Construction inspections for WA
A new program by WorkSafe will focus on safety standards across construction sites in Perth during August. [ + ]
Cartel conduct in the construction industry?
The ACCC says it is aware of serious allegations and evidence which point to cartel conduct in Canberra's construction industry. [ + ]
Have your say on the future of explosives regulation
You can now comment on the future of explosives regulation in Australia through Safe Work Australia. The comment period is open until 10 September. [ + ]
Companies facing charges over workplace accidents
Two companies may face fines of up to $1.5 million for charges over alleged workplace accidents that injured workers in 2013. [ + ]
Join Safety Solutions at your industry golf day in September
Westwick-Farrow Media has joined forces with the Institute of Instrumentation, Control and Automation (IICA) for the inaugural Industry Tech Golf Day, to be held at Manly Golf Club on Thursday 3 September. [ + ]
New support line for FIFO workers and families
A free 24/7 helpline is now open for FIFO workers in need of alcohol and drug support. [ + ]
Risks of underground water hazards: report
An investigation report following the death of a miner last year has been prepared by the NSW Mine Safety Investigation Unit and lists recommendations for industry. [ + ]
