SWA seeking incident notification framework feedback
01 August, 2023Safe Work Australia is seeking feedback about improving the operation of the incident notification provisions in the Model WHS laws.
Boost to mental health support for SA emergency services
28 July, 2023The South Australian Government has invested $1.9 million to provide additional mental health and wellbeing support for emergency services volunteers, staff and their families.
Preventing psychological harm in the construction industry
26 July, 2023 | Supplied by: University of South AustraliaConstruction workers under significant pressure are reporting psychological distress and suicidal thoughts, according to a study by UniSA.
More apprentices, tradies seeking mental health support
20 July, 2023TIACS, an Australian mental health counselling service, has reported a rise in the numbers of apprentices reaching out to the service for mental health support.
Mastering workplace safety: the power of WHS software
17 July, 2023 by Dr Manuel Seidel, Founder & CEO, ecoPortal | Supplied by: ecoPortalWHS software enables companies to move from a net-zero, compliance-based focus to a synergistic, organisation-wide transformation in culture.
Mining industry summit to promote cultural change across sector
07 July, 2023A mining industry summit will take place on 1 August 2023, highlighting the state government's commitment to eliminating inappropriate behaviour in WA mining workplaces.
Innovative immersion therapy to be provided across Australia
06 July, 2023Innovative immersion therapy provider Determined2 has partnered with Belgravia Leisure to spread the service across Australia and New Zealand.
AWS White Paper: the effectiveness of welding fume product controls
06 July, 2023 | Supplied by: AWS Pty LtdAWS has released a White Paper based on the results of a scientific study that compares the effectiveness of different welding fume product control methods.
Psychosocial harm at work on the rise
26 June, 2023 by Amy SteedMore than two-thirds of workers have experienced bullying at work in the past year, according to a NSW Government survey.
Survey: LGBTQ+ staff lack resources for safe work travel
23 June, 2023A global survey of business travellers has found that fewer than 10% of employees are offered LGBTQ+ safety information before embarking on a work trip.
Program released for Smart Manufacturing Expo 2023
23 June, 2023The Modern Manufacturing Expo has launched the program for the Smart Manufacturing Expo, which will return to Sydney on 20 September 2023.
Using AI adaptive learning to reduce worksite risks
21 June, 2023 | Supplied by: Area9 LyceumOrganisations across a range of sectors and environments are now leveraging AI adaptive learning to address knowledge gaps and improve safety.
Worker fined $75,000 for workers compensation fraud
13 June, 2023A man who continued to work as a cleaner and an escort while receiving workers compensation payments has been ordered to repay almost $75,000.
ACT workers reminded to complete silica training
02 June, 2023WorkSafe ACT has reminded PCBUs to ensure that all workers who may be exposed to silica dust as part of their work have completed training about crystalline silica before 1 July 2023.
Heart and Brain Works psychosocial hazard audits
01 June, 2023 | Supplied by: Heart and Brain WorksHeart and Brain Works offers psychosocial hazard audits that use quantitative and qualitative data to help clients understand the root causes of hazards.
