Industry News
Qld takes steps to further support worker safety
The Queensland Government has accepted all 31 recommendations of a review into the Work Health and Safety Act and taken steps to manage silica dust in construction and manufacturing. [ + ]
Partial finger amputation leads to $50K fine for Vic water corporation
A Victorian utlity company has been fined after a worker sustained serious hand injuries while cleaning part of a wastewater management system. [ + ]
Theme revealed for National Safe Work Month 2023
Safe Work Australia has released the theme and campaign kit for National Safe Work Month, taking place in October 2023. [ + ]
Blitz highlights safety issues along Vic, NSW border
Inspectors from WorkSafe Victoria and SafeWork NSW have visited construction sites in Albury and Wodonga to boost workplace safety. [ + ]
Construction workers urged to stand down for fall safety
Construction workers are encouraged to participate in the National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, through talks, training and other activities. [ + ]
Truck-body builder fined after shipping container death
A Melbourne truck-body manufacturer has been fined $225,000 after a manager suffered a fatal crush injury while unloading stacks of panels from a shipping container. [ + ]
WA Govt continues to tackle sexual harassment in mining
The WA Government is continuing its efforts to eliminate sexual harassment in the mining sector, with the Mental Awareness, Respect and Safety Program launching new initiatives. [ + ]
MTAA voices support for National Electric Vehicle Strategy
The Motor Trades Association of Australia has welcomed the National Electric Vehicle Strategy, which aims to incentivise consumers to use more fuel-efficient vehicles. [ + ]
Vic company charged after worker fatally crushed by gate
A gate manufacturing and repair business in Melbourne has been charged after a worker was fatally crushed by an automatic sliding gate. [ + ]
Report released following inquiry into WA agriculture sector
WorkSafe independent inquirer Pam Scott has released her report into agricultural safety in Western Australia, with eight recommendations to improve safety. [ + ]
Vic company director charged over workplace bullying
The former director of a Victorian glass supplier and installer has been charged for repeated, unreasonable behaviour at the workplace between March 2019 and May 2021. [ + ]
Queensland rail operator charged over fatal crash
Queensland Rail has been formally accused of neglecting health and safety obligations, resulting in death, after a worker died in a coal train crash in 2021. [ + ]
SWA updates guide to manage the risks of tree work
Safe Work Australia has released updated health and safety guidance for managing the risks of tree trimming and removal work. [ + ]
Rubber supplier charged for safety breaches after worker death
A Victorian rubber supplier has been charged for breaching the Occupational Health and Safety Act after a worker was fatally struck on the head by a machine component. [ + ]
Vic firefighters to receive new, safer uniforms
CFA volunteers across Victoria will receive new uniforms that are designed to provide an improved level of protection from radiant heat and heat-related illness. [ + ]
