Industry News
'Black lung, white lies' report released
The Parlimenatary Committee Inquiry into the re-identification of Coal Workers' Pneumoconiosis in Queensland has released a report. [ + ]
Leaders breakfast hones in on workplace psychological safety
Psychological safety is a key issue in the workplace, with 36% of employees aged 25–34 demonstrating concern that mistakes they make at work will be held against them. [ + ]
Industry-wide trucking code proposed by ALC and ATA
An industry-wide master code for heavy vehicle safety is being developed by the Australian Logistics Council (ALC) and the Australian Trucking Association (ATA). [ + ]
Upcoming training courses at NSCA
Take the plunge in 2017 and get trained with the NSCA, Australia's most respected Work Health and Safety provider. [ + ]
Safer autonomous refuse truck currently under trial
An autonomous refuse truck is being tested by Volvo Trucks and Renova. [ + ]
Health programs a priority for workers, survey finds
The majority of employees would like their management to provide them with health checks and programs to increase their activity during the day. [ + ]
Get prepared for new trucking safety rules in 2018
New safety duties will be introduced for businesses in the Heavy Vehicle National Law chain of responsibility. [ + ]
New guide to revised pressure cleaner safety standards
New Australian pressure cleaner safety standards have been released, with Australian Pump creating a free guide to the changes. [ + ]
Arborist fined over brain injury
A worker felling a tree has sustained severe brain injuries, leading to an $80,000 fine for a Sydney arborist. [ + ]
Safety stats released for Road Safety Week
Road Safety Week has begun, with statistics showing that 77% of fatalities are due to vehicle collisions. [ + ]
Safety regulations updated for Victoria
New OHS Regulations 2017 for Victoria will become effective as of 18 June. [ + ]
Safety snapshot released of Road Transport Industry Profile
Safe Work Australia has released a road transport industry infographic as part of Road Safety Week. [ + ]
Complacency on Vic roads decreasing safety
New data shows that irresponsible driving and complacency from passengers is rife among Victorian road users. [ + ]
CEDAW changes proposed as ADF gender equality increases
A public hearing focusing on opportunities for women to serve in combat roles in the Australian Defence Forces has been held by the Treaties Committee in Canberra. [ + ]
