Can you tell when your colleagues are stressed?
16 November, 2017The way a person perceives stress also impacts the way they view the health and productivity of their workers, according to a new study.
Back to the future — Vision Zero
15 November, 2017 by Dave Cant*The launch of an international Vision Zero campaign at the World Congress for Safety and Health last month certainly surprised many people.
Spinal injuries sustained during farm 4WD rollover
14 November, 2017A farm worker has suffered a serious spinal injury after being thrown from a 4WD vehicle in October.
1 in 5 have near miss because of mobile phones — NRMA report reveals
09 November, 2017 | Supplied by: NRMA Motoring & ServicesAn NRMA report into the impact of smartphone distractions behind the wheel has found over one in five (21%) drivers have been involved in a near-miss behind the wheel because the other driver was using a phone while driving.
No prosecution for Falls Festival crowd crush
08 November, 2017A WorkSafe Victoria investigation has found insufficient evidence to prosecute for the Falls Festival crowd crush.
Industry OneCARD training record
03 November, 2017 | Supplied by: Virtual Training Management (VTM)The Industry OneCARD training record is designed to prevent workers from missing out on jobs if their training records are not up to date.
New workers comp stats now available
31 October, 2017A new report has been released by Safe Work Australia, showing detailed statistics about workers compensation claims.
Pilz Australia mourns loss of MD Scott Moffat
31 October, 2017 | Supplied by: Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LPAustralian Managing Director of Pilz Australia Mr Scott Moffat has tragically lost his life while on a business trip in Germany.
Which industries have the highest death rates?
30 October, 2017A new study has been published which ranks mortality rates by occupation in the UK over the past 30 years.
Man crushed to death by road roller in Mildura
27 October, 2017A worker in Mildura has been killed after he was crushed by a road roller.
Enware CARE600 freestanding toilet
26 October, 2017 | Supplied by: Enware Australia Pty LtdThe Enware CARE600 freestanding toilet with support arms is designed to meet the specialised needs of those with a disability.
Failure to notify a WHS reportable incident — beware of consequences
24 October, 2017Employers are being reminded by lawyers about the importance of notifying health and safety regulators when there has been an incident.
Mobile plant death prompts call for greater safety
23 October, 2017A Queensland worker has died after being pinned between a cane haul-out vehicle and a fuel tanker trailer.
West Gate Bridge collapse tragedy remembered at service
19 October, 2017A public memorial service has been held to mark the 46th anniversary of the West Gate Bridge collapse.
Road safety advocate awarded at ACRS2017
19 October, 2017The ACRS Fellowship has been awarded to leading safety advocate, Samantha Cockfield.
