The right to disconnect: what employers need to know
Under new legislation that came into effect in August 2024, employees now have the "right to disconnect" from their workplace after hours.
Workplace Health & Safety Show returns to Sydney
Workplace Health & Safety Show returns to Sydney Showgrounds on 23–24 October 2024, with the biggest event to date.
Intelligent robotic work clothes that adapt in the heat
With the intensification of global warming, it is becoming more important to keep workers thermally comfortable.
Boosting employee mental wellbeing in six steps
Workers in Australia are experiencing rates of stress, anxiety and burnout that are concerning, according to reports.
The danger of workplace dust — and it's not what you might think
A study that has followed construction workers since the 1970s has highlighted a health risk that increases with dust particle exposure.
Cirlock custom-printed tags
Cirlock's range of custom-printed tags can be printed on durable poly material and are also...
Safety Mate NXG GreenTek gloves
The Safety Mate NXG GreenTek range of gloves is designed to help the environment without...
The benefits of complying with new welding fume safety standards
As Australian welding safety regulations become more stringent, workplaces should look to deploy Australian Standards Certified PAPR units that are...
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Stronger silica dust protections for workers take effect
New laws that came into effect on 1 September will provide additional protections for workers...
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Multiple hand injuries, $92K fine for manufacturer
Three separate incidents involving serious hand injuries have seen a Gippsland steel manufacturer...
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Safety app launched for farmers affected by gas projects
A workplace health and safety and environment expert has launched a new framework designed to...
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Unpacking the latest in height safety
The introduction of the Industrial Manslaughter Bill in NSW this year means that a more proactive approach to workplace safety is needed.
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$90K fine after worker injured in fall
A worker suffered serious injuries after falling through a patio roof, leading to a $90,000 fine...
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Vic company fined after worker paralysed
A water tank installation company has been fined $45,000 after two workers fell into a tank and...
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Company fined $40K after worker falls from roof
A steel fabrication and installation company has been fined after a worker sustained serious...
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From pandemic to prevention: companies address manual handling risks
Across all work industries, manual handling injuries (or body stressing injuries) represent ~37% of total workplace injuries.
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Company charged after worker seriously injured by steel beams
A Victorian transport logistics company has been charged after a worker was seriously injured by...
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Bulk bag stand improving farmer safety, productivity
The United Ag Bulk Bag Stand enhances farmer safety and productivity by enabling them to store...
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Safety warning issued as workers injured in formwork collapse
Employers have been reminded to prioritise worker safety during the construction, use and...
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