Industry News
19-year-old's traumatic head injury death leads to $350K fine
In Western Australia, a construction company has been fined $350,000 over the death of a 19-year-old worker who was struck by a sea container drawbridge ramp. [ + ]
Survey results show fall in national return to work rate
Safe Work Australia's 2025 National Return to Work (NRTW) Survey results have been released, with insights including that the NRTW rate fell in 2025. [ + ]
Plastic granulator finger amputation leads to charges
A plastics manufacturer has been charged after a worker's finger was amputated while attempting to clear a jam from an industrial plastic granulator. [ + ]
National policy approach for workers comp and the gig economy published
Safe Work Australia has published a national policy approach for workers compensation and the gig economy. [ + ]
Worker charged over alleged $527,197 WorkCover fraud
A worker has been charged by WorkSafe Victoria with allegedly obtaining $527,197 in fraudulent workers compensation payments. [ + ]
New model Code of Practice on managing fatigue risks at work published
A new model Code of Practice has been published, providing practical guidance to employers on how to manage health and safety risks related to fatigue at work. [ + ]
Comcare's National Work Health and Safety Awards — winners announced
The winners of the five categories of Comcare's biennial National Work Health and Safety Awards, now in their 20th year, have been announced. [ + ]
$340K enforceable undertaking follows conveyor belt injury
After a worker's hand was injured in a conveyor belt, a fruit packing company has pledged to spend $340,000 to improve health and safety outcomes. [ + ]
Grants of up to $500K available for 'recovery through work' initiatives
Until Friday, 14 November, grant applications of up to $500,000 will be available for new initiatives and programs for Victorians with a work-related physical injury. [ + ]
$897,500 fine follows fatal crane chain crush injuries
A drill services company has been fined $897,500 over the death of a worker who was trapped between an overhead crane chain and a handrail on a skid assembly. [ + ]
Investigation underway following Cobar mine double fatality
An investigation is underway by the NSW Resources Regulator following a double fatality that occurred at an underground metalliferous mine on 28 October. [ + ]
November is National Asbestos Awareness Month
November is National Asbestos Awareness Month — here are some key asbestos facts and available resources. [ + ]
Record $975K fine follows 16-year-old labourer death
An industrial spray painting and sandblasting company has been dealt the biggest ever fine under Western Australia's workplace safety and health laws. [ + ]
WorkSafe Victoria launches 12 free, expert-led webinars
WorkSafe Victoria's annual Health and Safety Month webinar series has begun — running from 27–31 October. [ + ]
'Shocking statistics' prompt SA powerlines safety message
SA's electricity distributor and WHS regulator have used so-called 'shocking statistics' to highlight the need for vigilance working around overhead and underground powerlines. [ + ]
