Industry News
Just and fair compensation scheme for dust disease sufferers
Western Australians diagnosed with diseases caused by exposure to asbestos or silica will now be able to seek improved compensation outcomes under new legislation. [ + ]
Diversity and inclusion program launched for trucking industry
Teletrac Navman and the Australian Trucking Organisation have expanded their diversity and inclusion program to attract and retain a diverse workforce for the transport industry. [ + ]
Safe and sound: SafeWork SA launches hearing loss campaign
Inspectors from SafeWork SA will visit workplaces across the state as part of a six-month campaign to ensure noise risks are managed effectively. [ + ]
Campaign looks into security on WA construction sites
WorkSafe WA has launched a campaign to address security issues across the state's construction sites. [ + ]
MATES Big Lap returns to raise mental health awareness
The MATES Big Lap initiative will return in 2024, from 1–31 May, to combat suicide and bolster mental health in the construction, mining, energy and manufacturing sectors. [ + ]
Safe Work Australia marks 2024 World Day for Safety and Health at Work
Safe Work Australia has released a range of resources to mark World Day for Safety and Health at Work at Worker's Memorial Day, both of which will take place on 28 April 2024. [ + ]
Company fined $140K after truck driver crushed by steel beams
A warehouse, storage and transport company has been fined after a delivery truck driver sustained serious injuries when he was struck by steel beams. [ + ]
Speakers announced for Melbourne Workplace Health & Safety Show
The Melbourne Workplace Health & Safety Show has announced the agenda and line-up of speakers for its three Summit Stage conferences, taking place from 22 to 23 May 2024. [ + ]
Gold Coast to host LiftEx 2024
LiftEx Gold Coast will offer attendees a comprehensive view of the latest technologies and advancements in safety for lifting equipment and height safety. [ + ]
WA implements six-month transition for engineered stone ban
Work Health and Safety Ministers in Western Australia have decided to implement a six-month transition period after the 1 July ban on the supply, installation or processing of engineered stone. [ + ]
Arborist fined after worker struck by wood chipper hood
An Alice Springs arborist has been convicted and fined over an incident with a wood chipper that left a worker seriously injured. [ + ]
Manufacturers seek safer alternatives to engineered stone
With the ban on engineered stone to come into effect from 1 July 2024, manufacturers are seeking safer alternatives, such as natural stone and porcelain. [ + ]
Safety warning issued for quad bikes and side-by-side vehicles
SafeWork NSW has issued a safety warning for the use of quad bikes and side-by-side vehicles, after a spate of serious incidents involving farm vehicles. [ + ]
Collective action needed to keep asbestos out of the supply chain
As Australia faces the threat of asbestos in homes and public spaces, John Batty of EDP Consultants highlights the dangers of asbestos contamination due to inadequate demolition practices. [ + ]
Nominations open for Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards
Nominations are open for the 2024 Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards, celebrating health and safety initiatives across Western Australian workplaces. [ + ]
