Industry News
Worksites of the future on display at new event
Drones, productivity apps, autonomous control, robotics and virtual reality are all helping to improve efficiencies in the civil construction sector. [ + ]
Parcel delivery group appoints safety manager
A health, safety, quality and risk (HSQR) manager has been appointed at CouriersPlease (CP). [ + ]
Return to work award winners revealed
Winners of the Safe Work and Return to Work Awards 2018 have been announced at a ceremony in Brisbane. [ + ]
Horseracing safety guide released
A racing industry guide has been released by WorkSafe Victoria, designed for trainers, venues and other employers. [ + ]
How to avoid chronic pain from too much sitting
One in two Australians spend over half of their day sitting down, which has the potential to damage their health. [ + ]
Improving facilities management safety practices
A new series of international standards, including ISO 45001 certification, is being adopted to transform safety and facilities management practices. [ + ]
Gig economy worker conditions under review
Widespread claims of workers being underpaid and poorly treated in the gig economy have prompted an inquiry by the Victorian Government. [ + ]
New ambassador for Health and Safety month
Australian basketballer Lauren Jackson has signed on as an ambassador for WorkSafe Victoria's Health and Safety Month this October. [ + ]
WHS awards recognise innovative safety solutions
A wide range of innovative safety solutions has been recognised at the 2018 Comcare Work Health and Safety Awards. [ + ]
