Small revisions keep the WHS Strategy relevant
26 April, 2018A revised version of the Australian Work Health and Safety Strategy 2012–2022 has been released by Safe Work Australia.
Greencap Onsite Contractor Verification service
29 March, 2018Onsite Contractor Verification is a service offered by Greencap (a subsidiary of Wesfarmers Industrial and Safety).
Young worker safety targeted by cross-border program
20 March, 2018Victoria and NSW will be working together to protect young workers and apprentices with a joint safety program.
Get prepared for the SafeWork NSW forklift safety blitz
16 March, 2018With SafeWork NSW now conducting a forklift safety blitz around the state, businesses are urged to make sure they will pass the inspection.
Dead tired: the dangers of fatigued driving
15 March, 2018Sleep is a basic biological need, so it is no wonder that tiredness is one the three biggest killers on NSW roads, contributing to 17% of crashes.
Better road safety rules needed to protect emergency services
07 March, 2018There are calls for the NSW Government to address road safety issues impacting emergency services.
Fake hydraulic cylinders lead to rejected service claims
27 February, 2018Non-genuine hydraulic cylinders are becoming an increasing problem for people seeking maintenance and replacement, according to Enerpac.
Anonymous reports reveal unlawful workplace practices
26 February, 2018Unlawful workplace practices are being exposed by anonymous reports from members of the community.
NTC's updated load restraint guide available online
12 February, 2018The National Transport Commission (NTC) has released an updated load restraint guide on its website.
Road safety ideas launched at FatigueHACK
02 February, 2018FatigueHACK is being held for industry to work through safety issues surrounding driver fatigue management.
Safety reforms implemented in Bangladeshi garment industry
29 January, 2018Following an incident that claimed more than 1100 lives in a Bangladesh garment factory, a new International Labour Organization (ILO) program has been implemented to improve industry safety.
Industry calls for the PM to act on road safety
29 January, 2018An open letter highlighting the need for greater road safety has been sent to Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull.
Sheep shearing head injuries spark call for safety review
23 January, 2018An incident in a shearing shed has prompted calls for farmers and sheep shearers to bring safety into greater focus.
Industry and govt develop truck safety plan
23 January, 2018A truck safety plan is being devised by the NSW Government in conjunction with the trucking industry.
New online toolkit boosts WHS consultation practices
18 January, 2018An online toolkit has been launched by SafeWork NSW, aimed at helping to improve work health and safety consultation practices within NSW workplaces.
