Industry News
Gender pay gap improved by gender balance in leadership
Female managers earn 26.5% less than their male counterparts per year, according to research by Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre (BCEC) and the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). [ + ]
World Day for Safety and Health at Work
World Day for Safety and Health at Work and Workers' Memorial Day (World Day) are recognised internationally on Friday, 28 April. [ + ]
World Day for Safety and Health at Work — ILO targets OSH data
Improving the capacity to collect and use occupational safety and health (OSH) data is the focus of the ILO's campaign for the 2017 World Day for Safety and Health at Work. [ + ]
One thousand injury-free days at Gates Australia
Gates Australia has reached 1000 days without any of its staff sustaining a 'lost time' injury at work. [ + ]
Asbestos removal fast-tracked for flood-damaged properties
The five-day asbestos removal work notification period has been waived by SafeWork NSW, to allow for a swift clean-up of asbestos from storm-damaged properties in northeast NSW. [ + ]
Workers compensation claims on the decline, report shows
Workers compensation statistics have been released in a new report, which shows that claims are on the decline. [ + ]
NSW small businesses receive safety mentors
NSW businesses have been given an opportunity to improve safety in their workplaces, with SafeWork NSW launching its 2017 Mentor Program. [ + ]
Three tractor deaths under investigation
Tractor safety is being highlighted by WorkSafe Victoria, as investigations get underway into three workplace deaths. [ + ]
