Industry News
NSW Quarterly Safety Report details latest mining hazards
The Quarterly Safety Report for July to September 2020 has been released for mining operators in NSW, outlining industry- and sector-specific information. [ + ]
Degloving incident costs Mildura juice company $30,000
Lencia Fruit Juices Pty Ltd has been fined $30,000 after a worker's hand was sucked into an unguarded bottling machine, resulting in nerve damage. [ + ]
SafeWork SA prioritises compliance, education in 2020
The Annual Activity Report from SafeWork SA has revealed that compliance and education were at the forefront of its agenda during a year of challenges. [ + ]
Queensland urges producers to prepare for seasonal natural disasters
As Queensland braces for above-average predicted tropical cyclones this season, the state government has prepared a range of guides and resources to help primary producers stay safe. [ + ]
Legislation improves mental health support for Vic workers
The Victorian Government has introduced legislation that enables Victorian workers affected by work-related mental health injuries to access treatment and support. [ + ]
Transport and logistics company charged over 2018 incident
K. & S. Freighters has been charged with breaching work health and safety laws, after a 2018 incident at an Adelaide depot left a worker with serious injuries. [ + ]
Report released following worker injury at Appin North Mine
The NSW Resources Regulator has released a report investigating an incident at Appin North Mine in which a worker sustained permanent injuries to his foot. [ + ]
SafeWork SA reveals winners of Safe Work Month competition
To mark National Safe Work Month, SafeWork SA held an Organise Your Own Workplace Activity competition, with six workplaces recognised for their workplace initiatives. [ + ]
WorkSafe WA records multiple prosecutions
WorkSafe WA has prosecuted and fined two companies and two individuals, for failing to provide and maintain a safe workplace for employees. [ + ]
Construction safety issues improving in Throsby
WorkSafe ACT inspectors have noted an improvement in WHS standards across residential construction sites in Throsby, as part of Operation Safe Prospect. [ + ]
Stop the shock: new campaign reinforces electrical safety
The NSW Government has launched a new campaign to highlight the importance of electrical safety for workers and home owners. [ + ]
Report: 53% work-related fatalities decrease between 2007 and 2019
A report released by Safe Work Australia has revealed that the rate of work-related fatalities has decreased by 53% between 2007 and 2019. [ + ]
Family and Injured Worker Support Group holds first meeting
SafeWork NSW's 'Family and Injured Worker Support Group' has addressed workplace fatalities and injuries as part of its inaugural meeting. [ + ]
