Industry News
Aussie seafood sector launches safety program, Sea Safe
The Australian seafood industry has launched Sea Safe — a four-year program that aims to improve worker safety by driving culture improvement and change. [ + ]
Workplace Health & Safety Show returns to Brisbane and Sydney
The Workplace Health & Safety Show will take place in Brisbane from 31 May–1 June and 20–21 September in Sydney. [ + ]
Company charged after workers injured in formwork collapse
A construction company has been charged after three workers were injured when temporary formwork collapsed at a construction site on Rottnest Island. [ + ]
Using data-driven safety tech to prevent workplace injuries
Soter Analytics has partnered with EMP Onsite to develop a 360-degree platform that integrates technology, data and onsite health professionals to prevent workplace injuries. [ + ]
Volvo to trial electric heavy vehicles in Queensland
Volvo Group Australia has announced plans to test heavy-duty battery electric heavy vehicles, equipped with a range of safety features, in Queensland. [ + ]
Bulk bag stand improving farmer safety, productivity
The United Ag Bulk Bag Stand enhances farmer safety and productivity by enabling them to store and transport various sized bulk bags in ranging seasonal conditions. [ + ]
Govt invests $3 million to support workers with dust disease
The federal government has invested $3.9 million to support workers who contract silicosis, an incurable lung disease caused by long-term exposure to silica dust. [ + ]
Safety warning issued after water bottle fire on mine site
SafeWork SA has issued a safety warning after clear plastic water bottles left on a pallet in the sun ignited cardboard packing material at a mine site. [ + ]
MTA NSW calls for government funding for EV safety training
MTA NSW has called for government funding to help the automotive industry upskill its workforce by providing electric vehicle (EV) safety training. [ + ]
Search ends for lost radioactive capsule
A tiny radioactive capsule that went missing from a secure device on a truck — sparking safety fears — has now been found near Newman, WA. [ + ]
SafeWork NSW launches electrical safety blitz
Inspectors from SafeWork NSW will be visiting worksites across the state to increase safety and awareness of electrical hazards such as overhead powerlines. [ + ]
SA Government to act on SafeWork SA review
The South Australian Government has released an independent review into the practices and processes of SafeWork SA. [ + ]
Truck driver fined $50K for workers compensation fraud
A truck driver has been ordered to pay more than $50,000 after he was discovered to be secretly working while receiving workers compensation payments. [ + ]
icare, Motor Traders' Association of NSW renew partnership
The renewed partnership will provide support and training to the automotive industry, to facilitate the transition towards electric vehicles in coming years. [ + ]
Raise awareness of lifting safety at Global Lifting Awareness Day 2023
Manufacturers, suppliers and end users are encouraged to share material that promotes safe load lifting on Global Lifting Awareness Day, 13 July 2023. [ + ]
