Company fined $250,000 over driver's death
05 June, 2015A company was convicted and fined $250,000 in the County Court of Victoria this week over an incident that killed a driver at an abattoir in 2013.
Vertical Matters Dynamic Risk Tool risk management system
22 May, 2015The Vertical Matters online quality management system now includes a Dynamic Risk Tool, which is designed to help workers manage and update safety risks while working in the field.
How safe is your car park?
19 March, 2015 by Michael Reid, General Manager, Carpark Compliance SolutionsCar parks are often unassuming facilities, but they can be hazardous environments due to their high level of vehicle and pedestrian activity and must be managed with extreme care.
Hospitality business staying on top of compliance with safety software system
12 March, 2015DoneSafe was recently approached by housekeeping outsourcing organisation Silk Hospitality to provide its safety software solution.
DoneSafe safety software solution
11 March, 2015The DoneSafe safety software solution allows users to record and analyse their compliance data and is designed to be easy to implement and use.
ATANSW applauds voluntary uptake of vehicle-tracking technology
27 November, 2014ATANSW has applauded the trucking industry’s voluntary adoption of vehicle tracking technology.
New technology to predict workplace heat stress
24 November, 2014Brisbane environmental firm Katestone has launched a software program called Heat Manager that forecasts when workers are more likely to suffer from heat stress.
Tips for a safer workplace Christmas party
24 November, 2014The Australian Drug Foundation recommends workplaces follow some simple rules when it comes to making sure staff stay safe while enjoying a fun night at the office Christmas party.
Recommendations from fatality investigation
19 November, 2014A safety alert from NSW Trade & Investment highlights recommendations from kibble fatality investigation.
Hazardous-area safety guide released
12 November, 2014Mettler Toledo has released the 'Hazardous-area safety competence guide', which includes: an explanation on how to avoid dangerous situations when manufacturing in hazardous areas with compliant equipment; a comprehensive understanding of standards and regulations; and methods of equipment protection. The guide also explains how to correctly install and maintain equipment in hazardous areas and shows examples of weighing systems for hazardous areas.
Inspectors set sights high on Echuca and Moama
12 November, 2014Preventing falls from heights will be a key focus of a health and safety campaign being conducted at Echuca and Moama construction sites next week.
Handling initiative introduced by staff on mine site to reduce risk
27 October, 2014Tyco staff working on mining sites in Newman, WA, have initiated a new safety handling improvement that has dramatically reduced exposure to situations which could lead to injury. The initiative is now being rolled out across other sites.
Virtual simulation increases safety of processing technology
30 September, 2014Large-scale calciners used in mineral processing can be analysed at the design stage to mitigate the technical risk associated with the process technology and materials used in construction of these plants.
Expanded CCTV network to boost safety and fight crime
06 August, 2014Ten new high-definition CCTV cameras providing better quality images have been installed in Kings Cross, Surry Hills and the city centre as part of the City of Sydney's ongoing efforts to make Sydney safer after dark.
Guidance note on traffic management from WorkSafe ACT
10 April, 2014WorkSafe ACT has issued a new Guidance Note (No. 120) on temporary traffic management when working on or near public roads.
