App enables workers to report safety issues anonymously
06 April, 2022An app has made workplaces across New South Wales safer for all employees, by allowing workers to raise safety concerns anonymously with SafeWork NSW.
Feedback sought for demolition licensing regulations
06 April, 2022The NSW Government is seeking feedback on new demolition licensing regulations that will strengthen safety standards and provide greater clarity to industry.
Construction sector records highs and lows in injury claims
01 April, 2022The construction industry has recorded the second highest number of serious workers' compensation claims, per a report published by Safe Work Australia.
WA amends workplace health and safety laws
01 April, 2022Western Australia's new workplace health and safety laws have come into effect, bringing together WHS for general industry, mines and petroleum operations under a single act.
WA Dept of Justice fined $900,000 after worker injured in dog attack
30 March, 2022The WA Department of Justice has been fined after a worker was seriously injured in a dog attack. The fine is the highest imposed for a breach of workplace safety laws in WA.
ELMO Software Hybrid Work, Wellbeing modules
30 March, 2022 | Supplied by: ELMO SoftwareELMO Software has launched two new modules, Hybrid Work and Wellbeing, to help businesses manage the new way of working during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Vic introduces legislation to protect labour hire workers
25 March, 2022Victoria has implemented new laws to better protect labour hire workers and ensure they have the same rights and protections as direct employees.
Vic releases specialised safety advice for seasonal workers
24 March, 2022Pacific Islander workers will receive safety resources in their own language as part of an initiative to help them stay safe while working on Victorian farms.
Celebrating women in EHS: nominations open
24 March, 2022SAI360 has opened nominations to recognise outstanding women in environment health and safety, as part of a special online tribute.
Unions call for funding for first responders' mental health
22 March, 2022The NSW Government has been urged to renew funding for the Black Dog Institute's Traumatic Stress Clinic, to provide mental health support for first responders.
Vic introduces new laws to improve workplace safety
22 March, 2022The Workplace Safety Legislation and Other Matters Amendment Act 2022 is now in force in Victoria, to prevent workplace safety incidents and improve outcomes for injured workers.
WA to introduce new WHS laws and regulations
17 March, 2022Western Australia has taken steps to modernise its work health and safety laws, with the new work health and safety regulations to come into effect from 31 March 2022.
Workforce management platform
17 March, 2022 | Supplied by: AvettaAvetta One Workforce Management assists companies in onboarding, qualifying, training and tracking contractors across their supply chain.
Safety industry pioneers to convene at Workplace Health & Safety Show
15 March, 2022The Workplace Health & Safety Show will take place at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre from 25–26 May and will feature a range of innovative technologies.
Welding manufacturer upgrades to new premises in Sydney
15 March, 2022Welding equipment manufacturer Kemppi Australia has moved its head office into new, purpose-designed premises in Wetherill Park, Sydney.
