Industry News
CSIRO launches $18m project to develop worker safety tech
A collaboration between CSIRO and five universities will develop futuristic new tools and systems to keep Australians safe from harm at work. [ + ]
NSW, Vic conduct construction safety blitz
SafeWork NSW and WorkSafe Victoria have conducted a cross-border inspection of construction sites to reduce the risk of falls and exposure to asbestos. [ + ]
New campaign shines light on safe gas appliance use
Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) has launched a campaign to ensure small food businesses prioritise gas safety. [ + ]
Law firm supports calls for national ban on engineered stone
Slater and Gordon has voiced its support for the Safe Work Australia report that proposes a national ban on engineered stone. [ + ]
New resources launched for National Asbestos Awareness Month
A suite of new resources has been launched to mark National Asbestos Awareness Month and to ensure Australians continue to learn to manage asbestos safely. [ + ]
Awards celebrate WA's healthy and safe workplaces
The Work Health and Safety Awards have recognised and rewarded individuals and organisational efforts in improving work health and safety. [ + ]
SafeWork NSW issues warning after concerning trend
SafeWork NSW has issued a warning for businesses about fines of up to $50,000 and potential prosecution should they fail to report workplace incidents. [ + ]
Report reveals lingering mental health burden on firefighters
A report released by Curtin University has highlighted the mental health struggles of first responders after the Black Summer Bushfires of 2019–2020. [ + ]
WorkSafe ACT cracks down on residential construction safety
Repeat offenders in the ACT's residential construction industry have been urged to improve health and safety standards for all workers. [ + ]
Biennial Safety Reset for Qld resource sector workers
Workers in Queensland's coal, mineral, quarrying, petroleum, gas and explosives industries will partake in a Safety Reset to mark National Safe Work Month. [ + ]
Call to prioritise safety for National Safe Work Month
Safe Work Australia has called for everyone to build safe and healthy workplaces during National Safe Work Month. [ + ]
St John Ambulance, NatRoad launch first aid training for truckies
Truck drivers across Australia will soon be able to access free online first aid training as part of a collaboration between St John Ambulance and NatRoad. [ + ]
Safety leaders convened in Sydney for Workplace Health & Safety Show
More than 2300 health and safety representatives attended the Workplace Health & Safety Show in Sydney this year, to learn how to foster safe work environments. [ + ]
WorkSpace Week prioritises workers most at risk of spinal injury
WorkSpace Week is an annual national campaign that helps prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders for workers most at risk of spinal injuries. [ + ]
Fact sheet released to prevent vehicle roll-aways
Safe Work Australia has released a fact sheet to help prevent vehicle roll-aways, which can occur when vehicles have not been safely mobilised. [ + ]
