Industry News
Safe Work Australia investigates MSDs and shift worker injuries
Two publications about work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and workplace injuries have been released by Safe Work Australia. [ + ]
Self-driving truck tested by Volvo in underground mine
A video has been released of Volvo's self-driving truck undergoing testing in an underground mine for the first time. [ + ]
Victorian WorkSafe Health and Safety Month ambassador named
WorkSafe Victoria has named a former Geelong football captain as its WorkSafe Health and Safety Month ambassador. [ + ]
SIRA reveals updated workers compensation regulation
According to the State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA), an updated workers compensation regulation in NSW is designed to accurately reflect recent legislative change and reforms. [ + ]
Safe Work Australia bullying guidelines updated
Safe Work Australia has updated two publications on workplace bullying, which will provide managers and workers with a better understanding of how to address and minimise the risk of workplace bullying. [ + ]
ARSC2016 conference tackles Australian road trauma rate
The Australasian Road Safety Conference (ARSC2016) will focus on a reduction in crashes and the 120 deaths on Australia's roads every month. [ + ]
Diving work regulations under review
Model WHS regulations for diving work are being reviewed by Safe Work Australia to ensure safety without creating unneccessary compliance burdens for diving operators.
[ + ]Forum to improve safety of heavy vehicles
The NHVR (National Heavy Vehicle Regulator) will establish a high-level technical forum to deliver safety outcomes for Australia's heavy vehicle industry. [ + ]
Miners awarded for innovation and excellence
The winners of the 2016 NSW Minerals Council Health, Safety, Environment and Community Conference Award have been acknowledged for their excellence in the areas of workers' health, mine safety, environmental sustainability and community engagement. [ + ]
Farmers to benefit from quad bike safety scheme
WorkSafe Victoria and the Victorian Farmers Federation have released further details about a quad bike rebate scheme designed to protect farmers, their families and employees. [ + ]
One-quarter of employers need better safety support
A report by Safe Work Australia reveals that up to 25% of employers do not always treat their workers justly when investigating accidents. [ + ]
Technology at AFAC16 aims to save lives
The AFAC16 powered by INTERSCHUTZ conference will showcase the latest firefighting and emergency rescue technologies, with a focus on reducing road fatalities in Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]
Fatal electric shock investigated
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland and the Electrical Safety Office are investigating the death of a tree lopper, who died on 22 August after receiving an electric shock. [ + ]
Safety roadmap to drive down workplace injuries
New targets have been set to reduce workplace injuries and fatalities, as SafeWork NSW launches its workplace safety roadmap. [ + ]
Improved emergency services response for bushfire season
Emergency services will be better able to share resources ahead of the disaster season in Australia, following support from the National Resource Sharing Centre. [ + ]