Industry News
Get focused on mental health this October
Queensland Mental Health Week 2018 will be held from 6–14 October, with a number of ways that people can get involved. [ + ]
WA machine repair safety inspections underway
An inspection program that focuses on machinery repair will be carried out in WA workplaces. [ + ]
Tasmanian police adopt body-worn cameras
Body-worn cameras will be rolled out to all Tasmanian police officers, in an effort to improve safety on the beat. [ + ]
Around one-third of NZ workers report bullying
Up to one in three NZ workers are experiencing some kind of workplace bullying or harassment each year, according to research. [ + ]
Trench fall kills construction worker
A worker has died after he fell into a deep trench at a housing estate under construction in Wallan. [ + ]
Hazardous chemical classification guide updated
Updates to the guide provide clear, simple and practical information to help businesses classify the chemicals they use. [ + ]
Update on review of model WHS laws
Public submissions for the review — which is looking at whether model WHS laws are achieving the objectives stated in the model WHS Act — have now closed. [ + ]
Two construction site falls spark warnings
Two falls at construction sites in Victoria within 24 hours have prompted warnings about safety. [ + ]
Australian experts respond to Italian bridge collapse
What can Australia learn from the Genoa bridge collapse that has killed over 35 people and injured dozens? [ + ]
Talking about the impact of workplace injuries
Victorian workers from various industries share their stories about workplace health and safety issues as part of WorkSafe Victoria's awareness program. [ + ]