Industry News
Inspectors launch campaign to promote safety in tree work sector
Inspectors from SafeWork NSW have commenced visits to businesses in the tree work industry to improve safety and compliance in the sector. [ + ]
Using digitalisation to enable effective Control of Work
SAI360 is hosting a webinar about managing the Control of Work (CoW) process to help the manufacturing industry ensure operational safety and compliance. [ + ]
Forklift accident results in $40,000 fine for car dealership
A Victorian car dealership has been fined for failing to maintain a safe system of work, after a worker suffered skull fractures following an accident involving a forklift. [ + ]
AIHS calls for appropriate resourcing for aviation sector
A health and safety case study broadcast on Four Corners has prompted the AIHS to call for employers in the aviation sector to employ workers with appropriate skills and capabilities. [ + ]
WorkSafe Health and Safety Month back on the road
The WorkSafe Health and Safety Month will take place across 14 regional centres in October, followed by a week-long series of webinar sessions. [ + ]
CSIRO brings WHS to life with virtual reality training offer
CSIRO has launched a new training package that uses virtual reality to simulate risk scenarios, to help participants gain an understanding of relevant control measures in a safe environment. [ + ]
WA tradie fined after wiring error causes electric shock
A WA tradesman has been fined $7500 after he mistakenly wired live parts of a shutter power cord into a mains power socket outlet, causing an electrician to receive a mild electric shock. [ + ]
New WHS Mines and Petroleum regulation comes into effect in NSW
The new WHS (Mines and Petroleum) Regulation has come into effect to establish a modern work health and safety system. [ + ]
Man charged for assaulting WorkSafe officer
WorkSafe Victoria has charged a man after a series of incidents during an investigation of alleged safety breaches at a construction site in June 2021. [ + ]
Construction site inspections target safety issues
Inspectors from WorkSafe Victoria and SafeWork NSW have visited construction sites in both states, to highlight the risks of falls from height and respirable crystalline silica. [ + ]
SafeWork NSW puts spotlight on agriculture, farm safety
Farms across NSW have been urged to implement a 'safety first' approach, after a man was fined $50,000 when a worker sustained serious injuries in 2020. [ + ]
NT Council charged over near drowning of worker
A Northern Territory Council has been charged over a near-drowning incident, after a weed harvester capsized on a lake, trapping a worker underneath. [ + ]
Survey reveals mental health struggles of tradespeople
A survey conducted by Steel Blue and Beyond Blue has revealed that one in five Aussie tradespeople wouldn't tell anyone if they had depression. [ + ]
Energy company fined after workers exposed to acid vapours
A Victorian energy company has been fined after workers were exposed to toxic acid vapour in two separate incidents at its oil refinery. [ + ]
Free toolkit promotes mentally healthy workplaces for small businesses
Small businesses across Victoria can now access a free online toolkit that provides tailored support to help them foster mentally healthy workplaces. [ + ]
