Industry News
Power shut off as tower crane strikes powerlines
A tower crane hit powerlines in Queensland during an incident in November 2018. [ + ]
Funding aims to stop construction site bullying
An additional $3.7 million in funding has been provided for the ABCC, in an effort to eradicate bullying on construction sites. [ + ]
Reversing forklift injures worker
A Queensland worker has suffered minor injuries after he was hit by a reversing forklift during an incident in November 2018. [ + ]
Tips to prevent heat and UV exposure
As temperatures begin to rise, employers are being reminded of the dangers associated with working in heat. [ + ]
Mining rescue event winners revealed
Eighteen voluntary emergency response teams have battled it out at the 8th annual Mining Emergency Response Competition (MERC). [ + ]
Warning issued about toxic chemicals in swimming pool
Toxic chemicals have been inadvertently released at a Picton public swimming pool in Sydney. [ + ]
Charges laid over child's death on carnival ride
Charges have been laid against a carnival ride operator after a child allegedly fell from one of its rides and died in 2017. [ + ]
Severe stress affects 1 in 3 emergency workers
One-third of emergency services personnel are experiencing high or very high psychological distress, according to a new study. [ + ]
Vic safety inspectors target construction site falls
Falls on construction sites are the focus of WorkSafe Victoria inspections on building sites between now and Christmas. [ + ]
How workplace jokes can go wrong
A new guide to using humour in the workplace uses the latest research to ensure nobody is harmed by offensive jokes. [ + ]
Silica concerns prompt Qld audit
An urgent audit of engineered stone benchtop fabricators is underway in Queensland, with 140 workplaces to be inspected before the Christmas break. [ + ]
