Industry News
Loxton man killed by vehicle in workplace accident
A man in his 60s has died in a workplace accident in Loxton, after being struck by his own truck. SafeWork SA is investigating the incident. [ + ]
Mining sector strives to eliminate sexual harassment
The Minerals Council of Australia has launched a policy to eliminate sexual harassment in the Australian mining industry. [ + ]
SWA releases guidance for maintaining elevated work platforms
Safe Work Australia has published guidance for inspecting and maintaining elevated work platforms, such as scissor lifts or self-propelled boom lifts. [ + ]
New public register for asbestos removal licence holders
From 1 February 2021, those with a licence for asbestos removal (class A or class B) will have their licence details published on the WorkSafe ACT online register. [ + ]
SWA releases 2018–2019 workers compensation report
SWA has released a report detailing workers compensation statistics from 2018–2019, revealing which occupations had the highest rate of serious claims. [ + ]
Updated WHS Regulations now in effect for South Australia
Amendments to the Work Health and Safety Regulations for South Australia, including to air monitoring during asbestos removal, came into effect this month. [ + ]
WorkSafe WA issues heat stress warning for workplaces
WorkSafe WA Commissioner Darren Kavanagh has urged employers to protect workers from heat stress as another week of summer heat sweeps across the state. [ + ]
Appeal over fine for workplace electric shock dismissed
The Brisbane District Court has dismissed an appeal from an outdoor advertising company against an earlier conviction, with the original fine to remain unchanged. [ + ]
Vic company fined for dangerous demolition, asbestos removal
A demolition company has been fined $20,000 for demolishing a building containing asbestos without the proper controls in place. [ + ]
Springvale Coal to spend $540,000 on enforceable undertaking
The NSW Resources Regulator has accepted a $540,000 enforceable undertaking for Springvale Colliery, after a 2019 incident in which a worker's leg was fractured. [ + ]
NSW Quarterly Safety Report details latest mining hazards
The Quarterly Safety Report for July to September 2020 has been released for mining operators in NSW, outlining industry- and sector-specific information. [ + ]
Degloving incident costs Mildura juice company $30,000
Lencia Fruit Juices Pty Ltd has been fined $30,000 after a worker's hand was sucked into an unguarded bottling machine, resulting in nerve damage. [ + ]
SafeWork SA prioritises compliance, education in 2020
The Annual Activity Report from SafeWork SA has revealed that compliance and education were at the forefront of its agenda during a year of challenges. [ + ]
Queensland urges producers to prepare for seasonal natural disasters
As Queensland braces for above-average predicted tropical cyclones this season, the state government has prepared a range of guides and resources to help primary producers stay safe. [ + ]
Legislation improves mental health support for Vic workers
The Victorian Government has introduced legislation that enables Victorian workers affected by work-related mental health injuries to access treatment and support. [ + ]
