WorkSafe ACT cracks down on residential construction safety
27 October, 2023Repeat offenders in the ACT's residential construction industry have been urged to improve health and safety standards for all workers.
Top tips for supporting tradies' mental health
13 October, 2023 | Supplied by: FergusThe tradie culture on worksites has often shied away from showing emotions, shedding tears or discussing mental health.
Biennial Safety Reset for Qld resource sector workers
11 October, 2023Workers in Queensland's coal, mineral, quarrying, petroleum, gas and explosives industries will partake in a Safety Reset to mark National Safe Work Month.
Call to prioritise safety for National Safe Work Month
10 October, 2023Safe Work Australia has called for everyone to build safe and healthy workplaces during National Safe Work Month.
Safety leaders convened in Sydney for Workplace Health & Safety Show
03 October, 2023More than 2300 health and safety representatives attended the Workplace Health & Safety Show in Sydney this year, to learn how to foster safe work environments.
WorkSpace Week prioritises workers most at risk of spinal injury
20 September, 2023WorkSpace Week is an annual national campaign that helps prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders for workers most at risk of spinal injuries.
icare finalises introduction of six claims service providers
19 September, 2023NSW state-owned insurer icare has introduced six new claims service providers, including Allianz, GIO and QBE, to better support workers and employers.
Using AI to improve psychosocial safety
18 September, 2023Nearly half of Australian workers experience stress during much of their working day, according to research.
SWA releases guidance for workplace asbestos registers
08 September, 2023Safe Work Australia has published a guide to help employers understand how to develop and maintain a comprehensive asbestos register.
Safety blitz shines light on trenching risks
07 September, 2023WorkSafe inspectors have visited 32 construction sites in inner Melbourne to raise awareness of exclusion zones and fencing around trenches, and battering excavations.
WorkSafe to hit the road for Health and Safety Month
07 September, 2023WorkSafe Victoria will visit 17 locations across Victoria in October, hosting free, expert-led events to mark Health and Safety Month.
WorkSpace Week to help improve workers' spinal health
01 September, 2023WorkSpace Week is an annual national campaign that aims to help prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders for Australian workers, so they can work well anywhere.
Simlog Skid Steer Loader Simulator
01 September, 2023 | Supplied by: Bestech Australia Pty LtdThe Simlog skid steer loader simulator from Bestech Australia is designed to provide training in operating a typical skid steer loader in a construction environment.
Program revealed for Workplace Health and Safety Show
31 August, 2023 | Supplied by: International Exhibition & Conference Group Pty LtdThe Sydney Workplace Health and Safety Show has announced the line-up of speakers for its Spotlight Stage, a two-day program that forms part of the show's interactive seminars and workshops.
Call for comment open on WA electricity code
29 August, 2023The Work Health and Safety Commission is seeking public comment on a new draft code of practice about managing electrical risks in the workplace.
