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.
Apprentice nail gun injury under investigation
07 March, 2018Investigations are underway after an apprentice was injured by a nail that was fired by another worker's nail gun.
Fine issued after mango pickers received electric shock
05 March, 2018An incident where two mango pickers received an electric shock in 2015 has led to a $35,000 fine being issued to a Gilbert River mango grower.
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.
Researchers identify risk factors for kidney disease among farm workers
21 February, 2018New risk factors for a mysterious kidney disease that affects farm workers worldwide have been revealed by researchers.
Tree branch kills school groundskeeper
20 February, 2018A man working as a groundskeeper at a school in Berwick has been killed after he was hit by a tree branch.
Greater accountability for union officials on building sites
20 February, 2018Union officials can now be held personally liable for breaking workplace laws, after a High Court ruling.
Construction company charged over painter's death
19 February, 2018The death of a painter has led to charges being laid against a construction company.
Workplace standing desks less healthy than first believed
16 February, 2018Standing desks in the workplace may not be as healthy as first thought, according to new research.
First responders to receive greater trauma support
16 February, 2018Greater protections are required for frontline service personnel who witness trauma in their line of work, according to the Tasmanian Labor Party.
Industry leaders to exhibit at Workplace Health and Safety Show
15 February, 2018The exhibitor list for the Workplace Health and Safety Show 2018 has been expanded, with new technology, processes and products on display.
Crush injury leads to fine and conviction for car repairer
13 February, 2018A fine has been issued to a Dandenong car repairer after a mechanic was crushed by a vehicle on an incorrectly operated hoist.
Spill Station Australia founder passes away
13 February, 2018Bruce Cartwright, founder of Spill Station Australia, died peacefully on 6 February.
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.
