Charges laid over child's death on carnival ride
05 December, 2018Charges have been laid against a carnival ride operator after a child allegedly fell from one of its rides and died in 2017.
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.
Vic safety inspectors target construction site falls
04 December, 2018Falls on construction sites are the focus of WorkSafe Victoria inspections on building sites between now and Christmas.
70% of workers dehydrated, study shows
03 December, 2018Occupational safety and performance in seven out of 10 workers is negatively affected by heat stress and failure to maintain water balance.
Silica concerns prompt Qld audit
03 December, 2018An urgent audit of engineered stone benchtop fabricators is underway in Queensland, with 140 workplaces to be inspected before the Christmas break.
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.
Upvise online safety certification
29 November, 2018 | Supplied by: Fleet Effect Pty LtdThe Upvise online certification framework digitises the overall process for AS/NZS4801 certification.
Dust diseases clinic improves medical care
28 November, 2018 | Supplied by: icareThe clinic's screening services are free and include access to X-ray, full lung function test and a medical examination with a medical specialist.
Contractor death sees construction firm fined
27 November, 2018A housing construction company has been fined $250,000 after its contractor fell and died at a worksite.
Theme park gondola ride falls during maintenance
19 November, 2018During maintenance in October 2018, a gondola on a drop tower amusement ride became detached from the above catch-car.
Forklift tips over, fatally crushes operator
16 November, 2018The experienced operator was moving a load into an industrial shed when the forklift's mast collided with an overhead steel beam.
High-voltage circuit breaker kills worker
14 November, 2018A worker has been killed following a power station incident in Victoria.
Jobs at Home Day raises safety awareness
14 November, 2018In December, Victorian workers will be given the opportunity to celebrate the important jobs they do at home for their families.
Two arc flash incidents burn workers
12 November, 2018Two Queensland electrical workers have suffered burns from an arc flash during separate incidents.
Staying safe at the end of the working year
12 November, 2018Workers and employers are being reminded about the importance of workplace safety as the festive season approaches.
