Industry News
Plastic granulator finger amputation leads to charges
A plastics manufacturer has been charged after a worker's finger was amputated while attempting to clear a jam from an industrial plastic granulator. [ + ]
National policy approach for workers comp and the gig economy published
Safe Work Australia has published a national policy approach for workers compensation and the gig economy. [ + ]
Worker charged over alleged $527,197 WorkCover fraud
A worker has been charged by WorkSafe Victoria with allegedly obtaining $527,197 in fraudulent workers compensation payments. [ + ]
New model Code of Practice on managing fatigue risks at work published
A new model Code of Practice has been published, providing practical guidance to employers on how to manage health and safety risks related to fatigue at work. [ + ]
Comcare's National Work Health and Safety Awards — winners announced
The winners of the five categories of Comcare's biennial National Work Health and Safety Awards, now in their 20th year, have been announced. [ + ]
$340K enforceable undertaking follows conveyor belt injury
After a worker's hand was injured in a conveyor belt, a fruit packing company has pledged to spend $340,000 to improve health and safety outcomes. [ + ]
Grants of up to $500K available for 'recovery through work' initiatives
Until Friday, 14 November, grant applications of up to $500,000 will be available for new initiatives and programs for Victorians with a work-related physical injury. [ + ]
$897,500 fine follows fatal crane chain crush injuries
A drill services company has been fined $897,500 over the death of a worker who was trapped between an overhead crane chain and a handrail on a skid assembly. [ + ]
Investigation underway following Cobar mine double fatality
An investigation is underway by the NSW Resources Regulator following a double fatality that occurred at an underground metalliferous mine on 28 October. [ + ]
November is National Asbestos Awareness Month
November is National Asbestos Awareness Month — here are some key asbestos facts and available resources. [ + ]
Record $975K fine follows 16-year-old labourer death
An industrial spray painting and sandblasting company has been dealt the biggest ever fine under Western Australia's workplace safety and health laws. [ + ]
WorkSafe Victoria launches 12 free, expert-led webinars
WorkSafe Victoria's annual Health and Safety Month webinar series has begun — running from 27–31 October. [ + ]
$770K in fines after driver killed by unsecured section of a load
Following the death of a truck driver in 2022, three mining and construction services companies have been fined a total of $770,000. [ + ]
$340K fine follows contractor injury where handrail on stairs gave way
A marine yard operator has been fined $340,000 after a contractor fell approximately 2.5 metres onto bitumen, fracturing both ankles, when the handrail on stairs gave way. [ + ]
'Shocking statistics' prompt SA powerlines safety message
SA's electricity distributor and WHS regulator have used so-called 'shocking statistics' to highlight the need for vigilance working around overhead and underground powerlines. [ + ]
