Safe Work Australia Awards finalists announced
31 January, 2013The finalists in the 8th annual Safe Work Australia Awards were announced yesterday by the Chief Executive Officer of Safe Work Australia, Rex Hoy.
Safety In Action 2013
30 January, 2013In March, the Melbourne Exhibition Centre will play host to hundreds of businesses working to keep Australians safe. Experts from all over the country will converge to talk about the latest technology and know-how for three days at Safety In Action (Tuesday 19 to Thursday 21 March 2013).
Examining Aussie paramedics fighting fatigue
29 January, 2013A university study aims to identify strategies to promote resilience to fatigue in Australian paramedics.
OHS: how to plan it, fund it and get everyone on board
25 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Workplace Access & Safety Pty LtdDealing with one of safety's toughest challenges - funding projects on worksites that senior managers never see - fall prevention specialist Carl Sachs* has also become expert at attracting funding for OHS. Here, he shares the secrets of successful investment in safety.
Diploma of Environmental Management
25 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Absorb Environmental SolutionsThe Diploma of Environmental Management (32986QLD) gives environmental officers the practical skills, knowledge and confidence to manage environmental responsibilities.
Training module upgrade for risk management software
24 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Safety for LifeThe training module of the web-based Sherm Software system has been upgraded. Designed to support Australian businesses with safety, health, environment and risk management, Sherm has a variety of modules that streamline the administration, implementation and monitoring of a SHE Risk Management system.
Cleaning jobs linked to asthma risk
23 January, 2013A new study has found strong evidence for a link between cleaning jobs and risk of developing asthma.
30 years for Spill Station Australia
21 January, 2013Spill Station Australia is celebrating 30 years of providing environmental, health and safety solutions in Australia and around the world.
Fatal forklift incident at market
21 January, 2013WorkCover NSW is investigating the death of a man in a forklift incident at a market in Sydney.
Nominations open for Women in Mining NSW Awards
21 January, 2013Nominations are now open for the inaugural Women in Mining NSW Awards. The awards recognise the contributions and achievements of women in the industry as well as the efforts of individuals and companies to encourage and retain female participation in the sector.
NHP signs agreement with Cortem Group
18 January, 2013NHP will supply Cortem’s hazardous area components after signing an exclusive agreement with the global HAE specialists.
WorkSafe Vic Top Tradie Cup 2013
18 January, 2013WorkSafe’s Top Tradie Cup is being held from Monday 15 April to inspire tradies to get talking about safety on site while testing their footy knowledge.
Sitemed receives Arrium Mining contract
18 January, 2013Sitemed has won the contract to provide medical and rescue services at Arrium Mining’s South Middleback Ranges mine site.
Plumber and spray painter high-risk occupations for asthma
18 January, 2013An international study has found that although personal protective equipment is recommended and worn, many people are still at risk of getting asthma caused by exposure to harmful substances at work.
Australian businesses invited to help protect chemicals from terrorists
18 January, 2013The Australian Government has found that 96 commonly available chemicals have been identified as being of security concern, therefore a draft code has been developed to encourage businesses to self-assess their individual level of risk and suggests actions to prevent the theft or diversion of chemicals from the workplace.
