Cross border program targets construction site falls
19 June, 2018WorkSafe Victoria and SafeWork NSW are working together to prevent falls from occurring on construction sites in both states.
Workplace psychological health guide released
15 June, 2018Safe Work Australia has published a national guidance on how employers and workers can build a psychologically healthy and safe workplace.
How the temperature affects workplace injuries
14 June, 2018The risk of workplace injuries increases in hot and cold environments, according to a new study from Spain.
uvex celebrates 30 years of safety
12 June, 2018 | Supplied by: UVEX SAFETY AUSTRALIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIPuvex safety Australia is celebrating its 30th anniversary through a competition to win a piece of Olympic history.
Conserve online contractor management system
08 June, 2018 | Supplied by: ConserveThe Conserve online contractor management system allows the use of a web platform to automate the process of contractor prequalification.
Pressurised gas hose causes fatal head injuries
08 June, 2018A Queensland worker has died after he received severe head injuries during the removal of a hose from a 100-tonne pressure vehicle.
Asbestos advocate Terry Miller passes away
08 June, 2018A champion of fellow asbestos victims in South Australia, Terry Miller OAM passed away on Thursday, 31 May 2018.
Battling violence against frontline medical staff
07 June, 2018 by Amy SteedSedative injections, stab-proof vests and body-worn cameras are just some of the measures being introduced to tackle increasing violence against medical staff.
Code for transport of dangerous goods updated
07 June, 2018Changes will be made to regulations surrounding the transport of dangerous goods in Australia.
Stressed male workers may die younger
07 June, 2018A new international study suggests men who work in stressful jobs may be at higher risk for an early death — but the same is not true for women.
Heart disorders more common in stressful jobs
07 June, 2018Research suggests that being stressed at work is associated with a 48% higher risk of a heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation.
Why industrial manslaughter laws are unlikely to save lives in the workplace
06 June, 2018 by Rick Sarre, University of South AustraliaIn May, it was announced that a re-elected Victorian Labor government would legislate for a new criminal offence of workplace manslaughter.
Heavy vehicle industry safety improved by PBS changes
06 June, 2018National Transport Commission recommendations to improve the Performance-Based Standard scheme have been approved by Australia’s Transport Ministers.
Worker loses three toes, stone supplier fined
04 June, 2018A $50,000 fine has been imposed on a Victorian stonemason company after a 182 kg benchtop fell on a worker's foot.
Nationwide automated driving laws drafted
31 May, 2018New Australian legislation that will enable automated driving systems to drive automated vehicles is being developed.
