Industry News
Victorian workplace death toll on the rise
There was a rise in Victorian workplace fatalities throughout 2017, with older workers and farmers over-represented in this number. [ + ]
Guide released for safe work in hot conditions
A new working in heat safety guide has been released by Safe Work Australia. [ + ]
WAHA launches new comprehensive height safety website
In order to meet with growing demand, WAHA has launched a new website. [ + ]
Improved safety protocol needed for building claddings
Better safety testing is required to prevent deadly fires in high-rise exterior building claddings, according to FM Global. [ + ]
Greater roadside construction safety still required
Safety around roadside construction work is in focus following the revelation of inadequate safety measures at a number of sites. [ + ]
Boosting female participation in firefighting
A camp held for teenagers in Canada is aiming to get more girls and women into the firefighting services. [ + ]
SAFETYconnect 2018 registrations now open
Registrations are now open for SAFETYconnect 2018, incorporating the NSCA Foundation's National Safety Conference. [ + ]
Quad bike safety investigation on the way
A taskforce has been established by the ACCC so that an investigation into quad bike safety can be carried out. [ + ]
Workplace death and serious injuries at Leitchville incident
A workplace incident at Leitchville has led to the death of one worker and life-threatening injuries for a second worker. [ + ]
