Industry News
Model WHS bill for Western Australia
The Western Australian version of the model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Bill will be introduced into the current spring session of state parliament. [ + ]
Mine Safety courses for mine rescue teams in Queensland
RFDS, QMRS and St John Ambulance have launched a dedicated medical training program for members of mine rescue teams across the state. [ + ]
Lloyd's Register launches consolidated Rules for Offshore Units
Lloyd's Register has launched its new Rules for Offshore Units in one single document following an in-depth consultation with industry. [ + ]
Transport safety for the FIFO and DIDO workforce will be discussed at OSIT
It is relatively common for mine workers to drive an average of 500 km home after long and irregular shifts and extended shift blocks. The impact this has on transport safety will be under discussion at the upcoming OSIT2014: the 2nd International Occupational Safety in Transport Conference. [ + ]
Australia's first dedicated media channel for the field service sector
Australia has its first dedicated media channel for the booming field service sector, with the launch of Field Service Business, a sister publication to Safety Solutions. [ + ]
NSW forestry industry safety partnership renewed
Industry-specific safety training programs and better information sharing will be some of the benefits to flow from the renewal of WorkCover NSW's safety partnership with Forestry Corporation of NSW. [ + ]
Speakers announced for Safety in Action Sydney
Industry speakers at Safety in Action Sydney, being held from 2-4 September at Sydney Olympic Park, will cover a variety of topics ranging from workplace bullying to driver safety and the ageing workforce. [ + ]
Popping a pill for sun protection - is it that easy?
A dermatologist in the US has provided information on additional sun protection tools that have become available, including sunscreen pills, drinkable sunscreen and ultraviolet (UV) monitoring bracelets. [ + ]
Improving demand for mining PPE in emerging countries
The recovery of the mining industry following industrialisation in emerging economies and investments in mining to support the demand for metals and commodities has brightened prospects in personal protective equipment (PPE) globally, finds new analysis from Frost & Sullivan. [ + ]
Expanded CCTV network to boost safety and fight crime
Ten new high-definition CCTV cameras providing better quality images have been installed in Kings Cross, Surry Hills and the city centre as part of the City of Sydney's ongoing efforts to make Sydney safer after dark. [ + ]
NSW mine safety seminar
The Mine Safety Mechanical Engineering Safety Seminar will focus on 'Our Dynamic Workplace' and features presentations from a range of industry experts and professionals. [ + ]
Safety-critical maintenance and compliance at TMC 2014
The 2014 PACCAR and Dealer TMC event is presented by the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) and the Australian Road Transport Suppliers' Association [ + ]
WA vegetable business fined over worker's crushed thumb
A West Australian vegetable packing and export business has been fined $33,000 (plus almost $1200 in costs) over a lack of machinery guarding that resulted in a worker's thumb being crushed. [ + ]
One in five serious workplace injuries involve a tradie, according to APA's health report
As part of the tradies awareness month, the APA has engaged carpenter Kyal and qualified physiotherapist Kara from the Nine Network TV show The Block to champion this cause. [ + ]
Australia revises AS 4024.1 and adopts International Machinery Safety Standards
Standards Australia has recently released a number of revised parts of the Australian Standard AS 4024.1 Series - Safety of Machinery to align with global standards and strengthen workplace safety. [ + ]
