Industry News
Safety in Action heads to Melbourne in March
Experts from all over the country will converge to talk about the latest technology and know-how at Safety in Action Melbourne. [ + ]
Global quad bike safety experts meet in Sydney
Leading experts in quad bike safety will meet in Sydney this week to receive an update on the $1 million quad bike crash performance research, testing and design project undertaken by HWSA. [ + ]
Work dangers rise with temperatures
As temperatures rise above 40°C this summer, SafeWork SA reminds workplaces to ensure they have measures in place to cope with the heat. [ + ]
Packaging company fined for third breach of OHSW laws
Amcor Packaging has been fined $96,000 plus legal fees after a third offence in South Australia involving unsafe work practices. [ + ]
Guard machinery advanced courses available
The machineSafe advanced courses have been updated to incorporate some of requirements of new codes of practice. [ + ]
WorkSafe warns builders to lock up their sites
Builders should ensure their sites are well secured before shutting down over Christmas, according to WorkSafe Vic. [ + ]
Revised ISO toy safety standard released
The improved ISO 8124-1:2012, Safety of toys - Part 1: Safety aspects related to mechanical and physical properties, has been released just in time for Christmas. [ + ]
Tree company fined after worker left hanging
A tree lopping company was convicted and fined $15,000 following an incident in which an employee was knocked unconscious and left hanging from a tree. [ + ]
Programs to reduce workplace stress
Three online e-learning programs to help workers and employers understand and deal with workplace depression and anxiety have been launched by beyondblue. [ + ]
SBS mining series to be released
Dirty Business: How Mining Made Australia explores how this industry has shaped Australia in unexpected and extraordinary ways and how it has influenced the nation. [ + ]
Hairdressers reluctant to claim compensation
According to a recent study, a large number of hairdressers are not claiming workers compensation after suffering from occupational contact dermatitis. [ + ]
SA aligns to other states’ work health and safety legislation
South Australia’s work health and safety legislation will align with that of the other states in January. [ + ]
Cylinder safety a hot issue this summer, says BOC
BOC said summer signals an important time for gas users to sharpen their focus on safety protocols, particularly with the use of compressed gas cylinders. [ + ]
Risk management program improves safety on mine sites
UQ researchers are developing an online database that provides a body of knowledge on managing mine site risks. [ + ]
One injured every 18 minutes
According to WorkSafe Vic, one worker is injured every 18 minutes at workplaces around the state. [ + ]
