Industry News
WorkSafe ACT identification scams
Following reports of recent scams in ACT workplaces, WorkSafe ACT has issued a warning to ask for valid credentials from anyone claiming to be a WorkSafe inspector.
[ + ]Explosives licences set to expire
WorkCover NSW has issued a reminder to businesses and individuals with explosives licences due to expire that they need to apply for a new one.
[ + ]ACT Work Safety Commissioner reappointed
The ACT Work Safety Commissioner has recently been reappointed to the role for a further five years.
[ + ]Gas cylinder recycling program to assist Qld relief fund
CAC Gas has introduced a new recycling program to provide an environmental solution for disposing of all empty non-refillable calibration gas cylinders.
[ + ]Master Electricians Australia welcomes NSW safety switch regulations
An electrical industry association has supported the NSW Government’s recent decision to make safety switches compulsory in all workplaces.
[ + ]Mine safety overhaul picks up pace
The WA government plans to intensify its focus on safety in mines with a recent announcement of 21 new inspectors to be appointed in 2011.
[ + ]WorkCover paralympian program gets safety message to workers
WorkCover NSW is encouraging employers to register for its successful Paralympian Speakers Program in 2011 to promote a proactive approach to safety in the workplace.
[ + ]WorkCover investigates forklift incident at factory
WorkCover NSW is investigating an incident where a worker was struck by a moving forklift at a warehouse recently.
[ + ]Improved monitoring for ACT construction projects
Following the collapse of a bridge in the ACT in 2010, the ACT Government has put in place more rigorous monitoring of the construction of structures.
[ + ]Report reveals 40 as the most dangerous age for Australians
A recent report prepared by the insurance company Suncorp Life reveals that 40-year-old Australians are the highest-risk age group for accidental death.
[ + ]New WorkSafe public awareness campaign
WorkSafe Victoria has released a new advertising campaign aimed at raising awareness of the need for a more proactive attitude to workplace safety.
[ + ]Grants available for workplace safety initiatives
The South Australian Government has recently announced the availability of grants to fund workplace safety initiatives.
[ + ]Convictions for intimidating WorkSafe inspectors
Two men were recently convicted and received suspended prison sentences for assaulting, threatening and intimidating WorkSafe inspectors.
[ + ]One million man-hours LTI free at O’Donnell Griffin WA
O’Donnell Griffin’s Western Australian operations recently chalked up a safety milestone of one million man-hours free of lost time injuries.
[ + ]Joint transport safety operation in SA
SafeWork SA inspectors issued dozens of transport and workplace safety notices during a recent joint operation with police and Department of Transport, Energy and Infrastructure.
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