New study says deaths from tractors and quad bikes have decreased since 2017

Reported by Stephen | 14 May, 2019 | 12:01am

New research shows deaths from tractors and quad bikes have declined significantly since 2017.

Researchers uncover the key to promoting safety in the workplace

Reported by Stephen | 01 May, 2019 | 12:31pm

New research has found that motivated employees who take initiative at work could hold the key to making Australian workplaces safer.

Fatalities put spotlight on quad bike safety

Reported by Stephen | 15 Apr, 2019 | 01:03pm

Quad bikes are one of the leading causes of death and injury on Australian farms.

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Entry deadline approaching for 2019 WorkSafe Awards

Reported by Stephen | 22 May, 2019 | 09:25am

Nominations for the 2019 WorkSafe Awards are closing soon.

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Man airlifted after falling through roof south of Taree

Reported by Stephen | 22 May, 2019 | 09:51am

A man was airlifted to a Newcastle hospital Sunday afternoon after falling through a roof in north-east New South Wales.

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Truck rolls, trapping man underneath

Reported by Stephen | 21 May, 2019 | 03:24pm

A worker has been taken to hospital after a truck rolled on top of him at a Sydney worksite.

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Plan to improve heavy vehicle safety launched

Reported by Stephen | 20 May, 2019 | 10:23am

The Heavy Vehicle Safety Action Plan 2019-21 was launched by Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey on Thursday.

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Shopfitter hospitalised after workplace incident south west of Sydney

Reported by Stephen | 20 May, 2019 | 10:21am

A shopfitter suffered head injuries after being struck by a 90kg panel that fell during a cool-room installation.

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Carpenter in hospital after serious fall

Reported by Stephen | 20 May, 2019 | 10:58am

SafeWork NSW said initial investigations indicate the man was standing on a rafter installing ties.

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