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Sydney Water stops to recognise National Safe Work Month

17 November, 2016 | Supplied by: Sydney Water Corporation

As part of Sydney Water's commitment to improve safety across all sites, more than a thousand Sydney Water staff literally 'Stopped for Safety' as part of National Safe Work Month.


Nationally consistent explosives regulation welcomed by Safe Work Australia

16 November, 2016

There will now be national consistency in explosives regulation, following a consultation process and a decision to implement reforms.


Black Lung compensation to be reviewed by QRC

16 November, 2016

While the CFMEU welcomes a QRC review of current Black Lung compensation, it says mining companies need to do more to address the health problem they have caused.


Specialist B2B media leader adds health brand to growing portfolio

16 November, 2016

Less than a week after announcing a major media partnership with premier safety sector body the National Safety Council of Australia, Westwick-Farrow Media (WFM) this week adds a 13th media brand to its portfolio with the acquisition of The Australian Hospital & Healthcare Bulletin (AHHB) from APRS Media.


Safety podcasts available for heavy vehicle standards

15 November, 2016

New NHVR podcasts outline minimum design, construction, installation and performance requirements for modifying heavy vehicles outside the manufacturer's specifications.


Safety experts join forces for premium media brand alliance

11 November, 2016

The premier safety industry body and premier workplace health & safety media brand in Australia have teamed forces to create a powerful new information and marketing channel for the local business and industrial safety community.


The staggering facts about mental health in the workplace

11 November, 2016 by Janine Nicholson | Supplied by: myosh - HSEQ Management Software

According to Safe Work Australia, one in five Australian adults will be affected by mental illness every year and it is important for workplaces to invest effort in raising awareness of the issue.


Ice training boosts safety for frontline staff

09 November, 2016

Frontline workers in Victoria will receive training in how to most effectively and safely respond to people affected by the drug ice.


University of Queensland two-year Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science program

08 November, 2016 | Supplied by: University of Queensland

The University of Queensland two-year Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science program aims to promote safe work in industries around the world.


Christmas is risky for workers, says WorkSafe Victoria

07 November, 2016

Workers are more likely to die in November and December than any other time of the year, warns WorkSafe Victoria.


Safety the key to regaining public trust in Dreamworld

04 November, 2016

As the focus shifts from criticism of Ardent Leisure's public response following last week's Dreamworld tragedy to how the company will rebuild and regain the public's trust, Deakin PR expert Ross Monaghan offers his insight on how the company can recover.


Vault in Melbourne to provide EHS software

04 November, 2016 | Supplied by: Vault Intelligence

Cloud-based environment, health and safety (EHS) software provider Vault Intelligence has set up shop in Melbourne.


Construction materials industry innovations recognised at CCAA awards

03 November, 2016

Hanson and Boral Construction Materials and Cement have been recognised for their innovative solutions at the 2016 CCAA Environment, Health and Safety Awards.


Fike awarded for its ship safety system

02 November, 2016

A camera mounted in hazard areas to detect oil mist in ship engine rooms has seen Fike win the 2016 SAFETY4SEA Initiative Award at a forum in Greece.


How good is your WHS knowledge?

31 October, 2016

Test your work health and safety knowledge with the interactive Safe Work Australia online quiz.


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