Industry News
NSW brake testing receives transition extension
NHVR and Road and Maritime Services have offered a brake testing transition extension until 30 June. [ + ]
Research hones in on truck driver fatigue
In an effort to improve safety for truck drivers, a new research project will delve into driver fatigue. [ + ]
Emergency warning system improves road safety
Audio warnings about an approaching ambulance will soon be available in Swedish cars. [ + ]
Lead exposure regulations reviewed by Safe Work Australia
After conducting a review of the regulation of lead in the workplace, Safe Work Australia has published a Decision Regulation Impact Statement (DRIS). [ + ]
Audiometric testing exemption granted by SafeWork NSW
An exemption has been granted by SafeWork NSW for audiometric testing, which will be in effect from 1 January 2017 for a period of 12 months. [ + ]
Injured worker return to work experiences documented
The results of the national Return to Work Survey are now available, with Safe Work Australia publishing two new reports. [ + ]
Rising truck rollovers pose safety threat
Over the past three years, industry has reported an increase in the number of truck rollover incidents, prompting Mine Safety to call for better safety management. [ + ]
Technology heightens road safety, cuts fuel costs
A prototype device being tested by QUT provides real-time advice and feedback to drivers in a bid to improve safety behind the wheel. [ + ]
Increase in workplace deaths prompts concern
According to WorkSafe Victoria, 2016 was the most horrific year for workplace fatalities since 2009. [ + ]
Are you drinking too much?
The Christmas period tends to encourage an increase in alcohol consumption, but it can sometimes be difficult to determine how much is too much. [ + ]
Work safety involvement rewarded by Safe Work Australia
The 2016 Workplace Participation Reward winner for National Safe Work Month is the Bedford Group. [ + ]
Public safety improved via NSW radio upgrade
A planned radio network upgrade in NSW will improve the communications technology used by emergency services every day, while also ensuring the state is better prepared to deal with major emergencies and natural disasters. [ + ]
GHS rollout amended due to industry concerns
All chemicals manufactured or imported before 1 January 2017 will continue to be supplied without needing to meet the labelling requirements of the model Work Health and Safety Regulations, following an amendment to the GHS rollout. [ + ]
New CEO for WorkCover Queensland
An award-winning CEO has taken the helm at WorkCover Queensland. [ + ]
