Two fatalities after metal windmill hits powerline
Two men were killed recently and three other men were seriously injured when a metal windmill they were transporting struck powerlines. Read more »
Focus Safety NZ joins The General Mat Company network
Focus Safety has been appointed as the New Zealand distributor of The General Mat Company. Read more »
Injuries from moving parts see employers fined
Total fines in excess of $50,000 have been imposed on three employers by the South Australian Industrial Court for machinery incidents that left their employees with hand and arm injuries. Read more »
Man dies delivering beer in country hotel
WorkSafe Victoria is investigating the death of a man in the cellar of a country hotel as he was delivering beer. Read more »
Director and company prosecuted after hand caught in shredder
Failing to spend $5000 on a guard for a meat shredder has cost a worker the use of his hand, and a company and director a total of $75,000. Read more »
Victorian mining industry promotes safety
Members of the mining industry in Victoria recently met with WorkSafe to address managing workplace hazards more effectively. Read more »
The 2010 WorkSafe Victoria Awards open soon
WorkSafe is encouraging workplace safety professionals to register for this year’s WorkSafe Victoria Awards, which open in April. Read more »
Fines over edge protection prompt falls warning
Two companies have recently been fined for failing to provide edge protection on a building site, prompting a reminder from WorkSafe WA on the prevention of falls. Read more »
Brick-making company fined over loss of worker’s arm
A brick-making company has been fined $70,000 over an incident where a labour hire employee’s right arm and shoulder was torn from his body by a material conveyor machine. Read more »
Abigroup opens multipurpose construction training facility
Mobile heavy machinery simulators that use world-first technology have been deployed in Abigroup’s new $6 million multipurpose construction training facility in the Gold Coast, recently opened by the Queensland Premier, the Honourable Anna Bligh. Read more »
WorkSafe Victoria weathers financial storm
The recently released WorkSafe Victoria financial report shows that the organisation has dramatically improved its financial position after the GFC. Read more »
Resort fined over permanent injury to worker
The owner of a Broome resort was fined $60,000 over an incident in 2006 that left an employee permanently disabled. Read more »
WA goldfields safety inspections reveal disappointing results
A return visit to the Goldfields by WorkSafe WA construction inspectors has revealed a disappointing performance in workplace safety and health. Read more »
Warnings about importation of Tremolite asbestos wall tiles
A safety alert has been issued by NSW WorkCover following the recent importation from China of decorative wall tiles that were found to contain Tremolite asbestos, which is a prohibited hazardous substance. Read more »
New handbook on using earthmoving equipment near overhead power lines
Worksafe Victoria has released a new guide to assist earthmoving companies practise safety when working near overhead powerlines. Read more »
McCain incurs another health and safety breach
McCain Foods has been fined $145,000 following an incident where a worker's thumb was amputated while he was working on a machine that was not properly isolated. Read more »
Supervision blitz on construction sites
WorkSafe Victoria has instigated an inspection campaign to visit construction sites, with a focus on supervision. Read more »
Dangers of exposure to direct sunlight outlined in report
Safe Work Australia has released a report on exposure to direct sunlight in the workplace. Read more »
Tradespersons still at risk of asbestos exposure
Safe Work Australia has issued a warning to tradespeople about the dangers of working with asbestos. Read more »
Forklift accident crushes man’s foot
A Melbourne company has been fined $60,000 over an incident where an employee had his foot amputated as the result of a forklift accident. Read more »