Workplace first-aid training campaign
22 July, 2009
St John Ambulance is undertaking a Victoria-wide workplace first-aid training and awareness program.
FSC accreditation now online
20 July, 2009
The process of FSC accreditation of Australian construction projects has been streamlined, with the release of a new web page, designed to handle applications for accreditation.
National Code of Practice revised for building and construction industry
20 July, 2009
The Australian government has revised the Code of Conduct for the building and construction industry, in line with the Fair Work Act 2009.
Workplace safety memorial opened in Tasmania
17 July, 2009
The Tasmanian Workers Commemorative Park was opened in Launceston recently to act as a reminder of the importance of safety in the workplace.
Transport medical standards review to ensure best practice
17 July, 2009
The National Transport Commission is seeking public comment to assist with a review of transport medical standards for drivers and rail safety workers.
Tennant to expand its direct business into NZ
15 July, 2009
Tennant is about to bypass its previous New Zealand distribution structure and service the NZ market direct.
Compensation reform responses mask the human face of return to work
14 July, 2009
A return-to-work agency suggests that the proposed reforms to Victoria's Accident Compensation Act represents an opportunity to improve OHS outcomes, in spite of generally negative industry reaction.
How can I use my brain as PPE? Part 1
13 July, 2009 by Cristian Sylvestre*
Although human error is a part of everyday life, many industries seem to be reluctant to look at reducing the unintentional mistakes people make that can cause injuries. The more popular approach seems to be trying ‘fix’ the problems instead.
New scaffolding code of practice for Queensland
13 July, 2009
A new code of practice has been released in Queensland for the safe erection of scaffolding.
Queensland OHS regulation amendments
13 July, 2009
Changes to the Queensland Workplace Health and Safety Regulation 2008 became effective from 1 July.
Offshore health and safety report highlights challenges facing industry
10 July, 2009
The inaugural NOPSA OHS performance report highlights a number of safety concerns for the Australian offshore petroleum industry.
ACT to introduce construction induction card and high-risk work licensing
07 July, 2009
The ACT government is moving closer to national OHS harmonisation, announcing that it will mandate a construction induction card and licensing for persons performing high-risk work in October 2009.
Research grants to prevent work-related injuries and illness
07 July, 2009
Research grants are being made available to South Australians to help build knowledge of workplace health and safety.
New policy will help drive common rail safety standards
06 July, 2009
Unanimous agreement was recently reached among state transport ministers for the recognition of industry-developed rail safety standards.
Public comments received on plant safety regulation
06 July, 2009
Safe Work Australia is currently reviewing industry responses to a discussion paper on plant safety.
