Industry News
Charges laid over construction site fall risks
A construction company has been charged by WorkSafe Victoria over unsafe practices at a Donvale building site in 2023. [ + ]
Govt funding plays key role in worker suicide prevention
Federal government funding has been a huge support for mental health and suicide prevention within construction, energy, mining and manufacturing. [ + ]
Construction company appeals conviction over worker death
An appeal has been lodged by a Darwin construction company, after it was convicted and fined over the death of a worker. [ + ]
Non-compliance with asbestos legislation sparks concern
Failure to comply with asbestos legislation during renovations and demolitions has put both workers and the public in harm's way. [ + ]
Hazard analysis tool could reduce construction deaths
An algorithm designed by researchers could play a part in reducing the number of construction industry deaths. [ + ]
Changes to NSW WHS Regulation: have your say
SafeWork NSW is encouraging employers, workers, unions and industry experts to provide feedback on changes to the Work Health and Safety Regulation. [ + ]
Business caught cutting stone after ban implemented
A WA carpentry business was recently found to be working with engineered stone after the nationwide ban was put in place. [ + ]
Snowy 2.0 underground workers strike over safety concerns
Workers on one of Australia's biggest renewable energy projects have downed tools due to safety issues onsite. [ + ]
Staff retention impacted by sexual harassment response
A new Our Watch survey highlights the importance of employers responding correctly to sexual harassment. [ + ]
Partial building collapse under investigation
An investigation is underway into a partial building collapse at Burwood in Sydney. [ + ]
Campaign to improve psychological wellbeing in construction
The 'Healthy Minds, Safer Sites' campaign is being conducted on construction sites across NSW as part of a state government mental health initiative. [ + ]
Staying safe at work as the year draws to a close
Employers and workers are being urged to exercise caution during the end-of-year rush and to prioritise safety at work. [ + ]
Alarming commercial driver fatigue, distraction levels: report
A new report by a technology company has revealed some critical data relating to driver fatigue and distraction in the transport and logistics industry. [ + ]
Record attendance at WH&S Show
The 2024 Workplace Health & Safety Show, held in both Melbourne and Sydney, has achieved a huge increase in attendance rates. [ + ]
NSW Govt enforces engineered stone ban via inspections
Over 100 improvement notices have been issued to workplaces as part of the NSW Government's efforts to enforce the engineered stone ban. [ + ]