Industry News
Evo-Crete withstands impact cracks
The technology of Evo-Crete is defying the generally accepted notion that a crack spells the end for the usefulness of a concrete slab. [ + ]
Cleaning jobs linked to asthma risk
A new study has found strong evidence for a link between cleaning jobs and risk of developing asthma. [ + ]
Nominations open for Women in Mining NSW Awards
Nominations are now open for the inaugural Women in Mining NSW Awards. The awards recognise the contributions and achievements of women in the industry as well as the efforts of individuals and companies to encourage and retain female participation in the sector. [ + ]
Fatal forklift incident at market
WorkCover NSW is investigating the death of a man in a forklift incident at a market in Sydney. [ + ]
30 years for Spill Station Australia
Spill Station Australia is celebrating 30 years of providing environmental, health and safety solutions in Australia and around the world. [ + ]
Australian businesses invited to help protect chemicals from terrorists
The Australian Government has found that 96 commonly available chemicals have been identified as being of security concern, therefore a draft code has been developed to encourage businesses to self-assess their individual level of risk and suggests actions to prevent the theft or diversion of chemicals from the workplace. [ + ]
Sitemed receives Arrium Mining contract
Sitemed has won the contract to provide medical and rescue services at Arrium Mining’s South Middleback Ranges mine site. [ + ]
WorkSafe Vic Top Tradie Cup 2013
WorkSafe’s Top Tradie Cup is being held from Monday 15 April to inspire tradies to get talking about safety on site while testing their footy knowledge. [ + ]
NHP signs agreement with Cortem Group
NHP will supply Cortem’s hazardous area components after signing an exclusive agreement with the global HAE specialists. [ + ]
Research to reduce error in high-risk environments
A University of Canterbury psychology professor is looking into improving worker performance in potentially dangerous high-risk environments. [ + ]
First-time workers urged to learn job safety
Minister for Finance and Services Greg Pearce is encouraging young employees to know their workplace safety, rights and obligations. [ + ]
Safety short course for resource sector
SkillsTech Australia is holding a safety short course for the resource sector at its Eagle Farm Training Centre. [ + ]
10,000 steps to a healthy workplace
The 10,000 Steps program is challenging workplaces to increase their fitness by participating in the 10,000 Steps Workplace Challenge. [ + ]
Reminder to remain vigilant when returning to work
WorkSafe has issued a reminder to all workplaces to keep safety a high priority when returning to work after the festive season. [ + ]
Sham contracting far from endemic, according to Master Builders Australia
Research has shown that only a relatively small percentage of building workers are potentially misclassified as contractors, says Master Builders Australia’s CEO. [ + ]