Industry News
Preventing death and serious injury when felling trees
After a man was fatally struck by a tree while felling it with a chainsaw, WorkCover Queensland has issued guidance to prevent similar incidents in future. [ + ]
SafeWork NSW Awards open nominations, announce new category
Nominations are open for the 2020 SafeWork NSW Awards, which will now recognise businesses that have best responded to the challenges of COVID-19. [ + ]
Fraudulent construction training courses offered online
As misleading websites offer discounted white card courses, NT workers must attain their white card through an approved registered training organisation. [ + ]
WA electrician fined $27,000 for potentially fatal error
A North Perth electrician has been fined $27,000 for a potentially lethal wiring error at a building site in Rockingham. [ + ]
VBA urges COVID-19 caution as building, plumbing continue
Following the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in Victoria, the VBA has urged Victorians to take extra precautions when using a builder or plumber. [ + ]
Queensland crackdown on unlicensed electrical work
Queensland's Electrical Safety Office is targeting and prosecuting electricians who advertise and undertake unlicensed electrical work. [ + ]
NSW transport and freight industry receives COVID-19 guidance
The NSW Government has released guidance for the transport and freight industry to help navigate and minimise the risks associated with coronavirus. [ + ]
Managing mobile crane work health and safety risks
After a young worker was seriously injured while operating a mobile crane, WorkCover Queensland has urged PCBUs to manage the WHS risks when using mobile cranes. [ + ]
