Trench collapse injures workers
16 October, 2019Ground collapse is one of the main risks in excavation work and can happen quickly and without warning, WHS Queensland said.
Journalist, footballer named health and safety ambassadors
01 October, 2019Anjali Rao and Cameron Ling have been named as this year's ambassadors for WorkSafe Victoria's Health and Safety Month.
Ask "R U OK?" on 12 September
03 September, 2019 by Marcela Slepica*Ahead of R U OK? Day, Marcela Slepica from AccessEAP calls for meaningful mental health conversations to avoid potential incidences of suicide.
Fatigue-related event likely cause of 2018 truck collision
11 July, 2019A 2018 dump truck collision was likely caused by a fatigue-related event such as a microsleep or medical episode, according to the NSW Resources Regulator.
Learning networks to help boost workers' mental health
25 June, 2019Workers and employers will soon have access to mental health experts and the latest thinking on the best ways to boost work mental health and safety through the WorkSafe WorkWell Learning Networks.
Compassionate truck driver awarded for heroic acts
24 June, 2019A Linfox truck driver has earned the Bridgestone Bandag Highway Guardian award for his compassionate and heroic actions at a multi-vehicle crash site.
Victorian farmer struck and killed by machinery
19 June, 2019A man has died after being struck by a post hole digger at a farm in Raywood, bringing Victoria's total number of workplace deaths this year to 13.
Workers warned to prepare for flu season
03 May, 2019As flu season approaches, businesses are being urged to take steps to protect their workplaces from illness.
12 features of an effective health and safety culture
25 March, 2019 by Damien Wallis, Senior Assessor (OHS/EMS) at Lloyd's RegisterFor many years, organisations have struggled with the notion of implementing and achieving a 'good safety culture'. So, what does this mean?
First WHS prosecutor appointed in Qld
20 March, 2019The first independent Work Health and Safety Prosecutor has just been appointed in Queensland.
Farmers receive free health checks
07 March, 2019A free health and lifestyle assessment service has been provided to Victorian farmers and agricultural workers.
Severe stress affects 1 in 3 emergency workers
04 December, 2018One-third of emergency services personnel are experiencing high or very high psychological distress, according to a new study.
How workplace jokes can go wrong
03 December, 2018A new guide to using humour in the workplace uses the latest research to ensure nobody is harmed by offensive jokes.
New ambassador for Health and Safety month
26 September, 2018Australian basketballer Lauren Jackson has signed on as an ambassador for WorkSafe Victoria's Health and Safety Month this October.
Protecting employees from mental injury in the workplace
17 September, 2018 by Amy SteedWork-related stress is known to have a significant impact on the mental health of workers, in some cases leading to psychological injury.
