Lead exposure regulations reviewed by Safe Work Australia
18 January, 2017 | Supplied by: Safe Work AustraliaAfter conducting a review of the regulation of lead in the workplace, Safe Work Australia has published a Decision Regulation Impact Statement (DRIS).
Audiometric testing exemption granted by SafeWork NSW
17 January, 2017An exemption has been granted by SafeWork NSW for audiometric testing, which will be in effect from 1 January 2017 for a period of 12 months.
Mitigating risks for lone workers in potentially unsafe situations
17 January, 2017 | Supplied by: SafeTCard Australia Pty LtdThe Australia-wide SafeTCard lone-worker safety solution was recently implemented at a federal government agency in order to meet its goals of safety for all, and contributing positively to staff wellbeing and achieving zero harm.
Injured worker return to work experiences documented
13 January, 2017The results of the national Return to Work Survey are now available, with Safe Work Australia publishing two new reports.
Overworked? Good habits, not holidays, are the answer
11 January, 2017 by Stacey Parker, The University of QueenslandAustralians work very long hours compared to workers in other developed countries. But evidence shows that employees who work more than 48 hours per week, or are overcommitted or over-invested in their work tend to have poorer cardiovascular health than other workers.
Safety Wise ICAM Team Investigator training
11 January, 2017 | Supplied by: Safety WiseThe Safety Wise ICAM Team Investigator training is an interactive online training course that is designed to train team members who will support a lead investigator during an incident investigation.
Increase in workplace deaths prompts concern
10 January, 2017According to WorkSafe Victoria, 2016 was the most horrific year for workplace fatalities since 2009.
Safety central to the Coffs Harbour FIA Rally Championship
21 December, 2016The FIA World Rally Championship is an international event that requires a large amount of work to ensure that it runs smoothly and safely.
Work safety involvement rewarded by Safe Work Australia
21 December, 2016The 2016 Workplace Participation Reward winner for National Safe Work Month is the Bedford Group.
New CEO for WorkCover Queensland
13 December, 2016An award-winning CEO has taken the helm at WorkCover Queensland.
Hand mutilation leads to company conviction
12 December, 2016 | Supplied by: WorkSafe VictoriaThe maiming of a worker's hand has led to a conviction and a $26,000 fine.
Winery safety promoted in new SafeWork guide
12 December, 2016A new safety guide for the wine industry has been published by SafeWork NSW and the NSW Industry Association.
Jobs At Home Day safety campaign hits record numbers
12 December, 2016The Jobs At Home Day campaign is designed to remind workers that their jobs at home are the most important reason to remain safe in the workplace.
Prepared for emergencies
12 December, 2016Fed Square has developed an online OH&S Warden Training module to assist with emergency management and associated training for all stakeholders.
Gender equality now closer to reality at Dow
12 December, 2016Dow Chemical Australia has been named the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.
