Safety advocates recognised on Australia Day
People who made a difference in promoting work safety have been recognised during Australia Day 2015.
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First property to test positive for loose fill asbestos identified
A property to test positive during the Heads of Asbestos Coordination Authorities (HACA) loose fill asbestos investigation has been identified .
Know your Hazards video series
Identifying the potential hazards in the workplace is very important in reducing the possibility of workplace incidents and accidents. Because of this, the Department of Mines and Petroleum’s (DMP) Resources Safety Division created the “Know Your Hazards” video series.
Possible prison violence feared as new smoking ban is introduced
A smoking ban will be implemented later this week at Tasmania’s Risdon Prison amid fears for violent reactions from inmates.
WorkSafe issues reminder to stay safe when working alone
WorkSafe WA reminds employers and workers on safety issues associated with working along and in isolated areas as well as the importance of having safe systems of work.
Reform hopes to put an end to workers comp red tape
WorkCover is looking at the possibility of adopting the same incentives for medium and large employers which was successful in improving safety at work and reducing red tape for small employers.
Make safety part of your New Year’s resolution
Safe Work Australia Chief Executive Officer, Michelle Baxter reminds all Australians to prioritise health and safety in workplaces and make this a part of their New Year’s resolution.
DMP investigates gas leak allegations
The Department of Mines and Petroleum (DMP) investigated allegations of a gas leak at a gas well in the Kimberley.
Pilots urged to ensure safety before flying overseas
Australian pilots and air operators are urged to check all information on possible safety and security threats to flights prior to conducting operations in, over or near areas of armed conflict or turmoil.
WorkSafe inspection program to focus on work safety in retail sector
WorkSafe will implement an inspection program which will examine the safety standards in electrical, electronic and gas appliance retailing for the remainder of the 2014/15 financial year.
Rugby league legend is Queensland’s new Safety Ambassador
Sports reporter and Queensland rugby league legend, Shane Webcke is the new Queensland Safety Ambassador.
Companies fined for worker death
Two companies were fined $450,000 this month over a worker fatality on a Melbourne construction site in 2011.
Musculoskeletal disorders symposium to be held in 2015
A symposium discussing latest research and best practice approaches to musculoskeletal disorders will be held at the Brisbane Exhibition and Convention Centre from 3 to 4 March 2015.
Further assistance for loose-fill asbestos homes announced
NSW residents with loose-fill asbestos in their home will receive further assistance package. The NSW Government through Minister for Finance and Services, Dominic Perrottet, made the announcement.
Higher compensation claims from young workers noticed
A new report reveals that almost half (45%) of Queensland workers’ compensation claims in the accommodation and food services industry came from injured young workers.
Company fined following worker’s burn injuries
A car company has been fined $33,000 plus costs after a worker sustained serious burns in a workplace incident in October 2012.
Study: Attitudes towards risk taking and rule breaking in Australian workplaces
A new report on the attitudes of Australian workers towards acceptance of risk taking and rule breaking in the workplace as measured by the Perception of Work Health and Safety Survey 2012-13 is now available.
WorkCover: Prioritise safety at end of year celebrations
WorkCover NSW has issued a reminder to remind everyone to stay safe as the year ends.
Retail industry reminded to prioritise safety during Christmas season
The Victorian WorkCover Authority is reminding employers and employees to prioritise safety as Christmas season approaches.
Renew your Household Worker Policy
WorkSafe Queensland is calling on everyone who employed a household worker to renew their Household Worker Policy by 19 December 2014.
Quad bike training necessary, an inquest heard
A recent coronial inquest on quad bikes has revealed that one in five people killed in a quad bike incident in Australia is a child.
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