Industry News
Victorian tradies quiz to test safety and footy knowledge
Kicking off on Monday, 25 August 2014, Victorian tradies can compete for weekly prizes as well as a grand prize package of $4000 worth of tools in the Top Tradies Cup organised by the Victorian WorkCover Authority. [ + ]
Mates in Construction wins suicide prevention award
Queensland-based MATES in Construction Australia has won a LiFE Award for its community development program of suicide prevention and intervention for construction workers in Queensland, New South Wales, Western Australia and South Australia. [ + ]
Emergency response show in Canberra
The National Emergency Response (ERS) exhibition is set to be held in Canberra from 23-25 September. [ + ]
Get involved in work health and safety this October
This October is Safe Work Australia Month (safety month) - a time to promote the importance and raise the awareness of work health and safety in Australia. [ + ]
1 in 10 workers absent or affected by drugs at work
A new poll has revealed how many Victorian employees take sick days or are affected by drugs at work. [ + ]
Research into pychological resilience of Army personnel
Southern Cross University researchers will investigate the psychological resilience of non-commissioned officers in the Australian Army with the aim of finding out whether more support could be provided for soldiers returning from combat suffering from post-traumatic stress. [ + ]
Review of hazards and health effects of inorganic lead - implications for WHS regulatory policy
Safe Work Australia is currently reviewing workplace blood lead removal levels, ie, the levels at which a worker must be removed from lead risk work, and the associated workplace exposure standard for lead. [ + ]
First 'alternative sentencing' for NSW WHS prosecution
A successful WorkCover NSW prosecution has resulted in the first orders made by a NSW court for a work health and safety undertaking. [ + ]
Improved safety for NSW workplaces
Twelve new codes of practice to improve safety in NSW workplaces come into force today. [ + ]
Safety alert for lifting and rigging plans
NOPSEMA investigations of dangerous occurrences during non-routine lifting and rigging activities, which resulted in dropped objects and failed rigging equipment, have identified a trend in the absence of effective lifting and/or rigging plans. [ + ]
Queensland Fire and Emergency Service extends contract with ADT Fire Monitoring
ADT Fire Monitoring has negotiated a three-year contract extension with Queensland Fire and Emergency Service (QFES), extending its back-to-base monitoring and service work on behalf of the state emergency organisation until 2017. [ + ]
Safety app uses wearable technology
Developer of the safety inspection app iAuditor, SafetyCulture is among the first developers in Australia to strap on the Samsung and LG smartwatches. [ + ]
Study to bolster the resilience of police officers
A research project aims to help the NSW Police Force develop fresh solutions to help officers become more resilient and assist those suffering from stress-related illness. [ + ]
Safe Work Australia releases practical advice on managing risks
Safe Work Australia has released practical advice on how to manage risks at the workplace. The material includes information sheets to assist small businesses and workers meet their WHS obligations. [ + ]
Heavy vehicle review targets roadworthiness and responsibility
A report examining current practice in heavy vehicle roadworthiness across the nation has been published by The National Transport Commission (NTC) and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR). [ + ]
