Industry News
Winery safety promoted in new SafeWork guide
A new safety guide for the wine industry has been published by SafeWork NSW and the NSW Industry Association. [ + ]
Jobs At Home Day safety campaign hits record numbers
The Jobs At Home Day campaign is designed to remind workers that their jobs at home are the most important reason to remain safe in the workplace. [ + ]
Prepared for emergencies
Fed Square has developed an online OH&S Warden Training module to assist with emergency management and associated training for all stakeholders. [ + ]
Gender equality now closer to reality at Dow
Dow Chemical Australia has been named the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Employer of Choice for Gender Equality. [ + ]
Hand mutilation leads to company conviction
The maiming of a worker's hand has led to a conviction and a $26,000 fine. [ + ]
Lack of sleep costs the economy billions
A new report shows that sleep deprivation leads to a higher mortality risk and lower productivity levels among the workforce, costing the economy billions. [ + ]
Reducing workplace injuries and fatigue this festive season
Increased workloads in the busy lead-up to Christmas can lead to fatigue and injury, making it important for employers to prioritise safety during the festive season. [ + ]
Designer drug could threaten workplace safety
Positive results for a designer drug known colloquially as 'N-Bomb' have been detected on worksites in Western Australia and Queensland, according to Safework Laboratories. [ + ]
icare program promotes healthy workers
The Get Healthy at Work program enables public sector employees to receive free, confidential face-to-face health checks, as well as access to workplace health programs and other lifestyle advice. [ + ]
Stevedoring safety promoted by new code
A code of practice has been published by Safe Work Australia to assist in risk management for stevedoring. [ + ]
New premium WHS event called SAFETYconnect 2017
Just weeks after announcing a new publishing partnership, leading safety industry body the NSCA Foundation and B2B specialist media and events company Westwick-Farrow Media announce the launch of an exciting new safety industry event. [ + ]
Recycling dangers highlighted by WorkSafe WA
Multiple deaths and injuries in the recycling industry have led WorkSafe WA to continue to focus on the industry in an effort to improve safety standards and prevent further serious incidents. [ + ]
MetOcean Solutions improves amphibious operation safety for defence
MetOcean Solutions has been recognised by NZ Defence for its SurfZoneView software, which is designed to assist defence personnel in making amphibious landings by modelling and visualising surf conditions. [ + ]
HACA video promotes asbestos safety
A NSW Heads of Asbestos Coordination Authorities (HACA) video has been designed to educate people who live and work in regional areas, where asbestos can be found in rock, sediment and soil. [ + ]
WorkSafe NZ develops 'Around the Block' safety tool
A new online tool has been developed by WorkSafe New Zealand, designed to assist businesses with managing their workplace health and safety risks. [ + ]
