Industry News
$660,000 enforceable undertaking to improve bus safety
Buslink NT will commit to $660,000 worth of improvements after a bus rollaway incident in 2017 led to the death of a bus driver. [ + ]
Research reveals health effects of Hazelwood mine fire
Research into the health effects of the 2014 Hazelwood mine fire has revealed an increased risk of death in smoke-impacted areas during and after the fire. [ + ]
Signs your workplace does not take mental health seriously
The Black Dog Institute is urging workplaces to proactively support employees who need mental health support by implementing proven programs. [ + ]
NSW pushes for seasonal safety ahead of summer
As bushfire season approaches, the NSW Government is urging businesses to prepare a SeasonalSAFE Plan for the hazards caused by hot weather. [ + ]
Company fined $40K for failing to supervise worker
A company has been fined $40,000 for failing to adequately supervise a young worker who sustained serious injuries while cleaning a plate roller. [ + ]
Standards Australia tech to enhance speed limit compliance
Standards Australia has released a new standard that outlines the use of LEDs to change the speed limit remotely on electronic speed signs. [ + ]
WorkSafe ACT enforces residential construction safety
As part of Operation Safe Project, WorkSafe ACT inspectors have visited 10 residential construction sites to improve industry safety standards. [ + ]
Company fined $60K for worker's partially amputated thumb
A Brisbane company has been fined $60,000 after a young worker's thumb was caught in a pinch point and partially amputated. [ + ]
Compliance audit findings for high-risk construction work
SafeWork SA has released the findings of its compliance audit focusing on Safe Work Method Statements for high-risk construction work. [ + ]
