Industry News
Supportive colleagues create happier, healthier workers
Having supportive colleagues plays a big part in determining how fairly workers feel they are treated when returning to work from sick leave. [ + ]
Take forking seriously — NSW program launched
Following the deaths of several workers, a forklift safety blitz has been launched by SafeWork NSW. [ + ]
Better road safety rules needed to protect emergency services
There are calls for the NSW Government to address road safety issues impacting emergency services. [ + ]
Apprentice nail gun injury under investigation
Investigations are underway after an apprentice was injured by a nail that was fired by another worker's nail gun. [ + ]
Fine issued after mango pickers received electric shock
An incident where two mango pickers received an electric shock in 2015 has led to a $35,000 fine being issued to a Gilbert River mango grower. [ + ]
Asbestos cladding to be removed from sugar storage sheds
The removal of asbestos from the roof at Bundaberg's bulk sugar terminals will be carried out by Wiley. [ + ]
Vic's Western Freeway receives life-saving wire rope barriers
Wire rope barriers are being implemented on the Western Freeway between the Western Ring Road and Ballarat, as part of a $37 million safety upgrade. [ + ]
