Industry News
Western Power fined $30,000 for electric shock error
Western Power has been fined after an electric shock error caused four Kingsley homes to become live with up to 230 volts of electricity, with one man sustaining an electric shock. [ + ]
Electrical risks in ceiling spaces prompt warning
Employers and electrical workers have been advised to implement control measures to control the risks of serious injury or fatality while working in ceiling spaces. [ + ]
Training to address gendered violence in the construction sector
Construction workers will receive training about speaking up against gendered violence, as part of the Active Bystander/Gender Equity training rolled out across the ACT. [ + ]
Safety alert issued after worker struck by stun gun
Business owners have been advised to implement control measures when handling stun guns, after a worker sustained serious injuries when he was struck by a stun gun. [ + ]
Nominations open for Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards
Nominations have opened for Western Australia's Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards which recognise outstanding innovations in health and safety across all workplaces. [ + ]
Safety alert issued after worker fatally crushed by car
A safety alert has been issued after a worker was crushed to death when the vehicle he was working on slipped off the bottle jack and fell on him. [ + ]
Feedback sought for demolition licensing regulations
The NSW Government is seeking feedback on new demolition licensing regulations that will strengthen safety standards and provide greater clarity to industry. [ + ]
Cross-border inspections boost construction site safety
Inspectors from WorkSafe Victoria and SafeWork NSW have visited construction sites across Albury and Wodonga, to raise the profile of health and safety issues. [ + ]
Man fatally struck by bull on Victorian farm
A man has sustained fatal head injuries while drafting cattle on a farm in Undera, north-west of Shepparton. [ + ]
WA amends workplace health and safety laws
Western Australia's new workplace health and safety laws have come into effect, bringing together WHS for general industry, mines and petroleum operations under a single act. [ + ]
Qld highlights arc flash dangers in new film
An new film produced by the Electrical Safety Office has highlighted the serious dangers of electrical arc flashes for electricians. [ + ]
WA Dept of Justice fined $900,000 after worker injured in dog attack
The WA Department of Justice has been fined after a worker was seriously injured in a dog attack. The fine is the highest imposed for a breach of workplace safety laws in WA. [ + ]
Worker dies in underground coalmine in Queensland
A man has died in a workplace incident at the Moranbah underground coalmine in Central Queensland, sending shockwaves throughout the mining community. [ + ]
WA issues safety alert about electrical hazards in roof spaces
Residents and tradespeople across WA have been reminded to always switch off the mains power before entering a roof space, following recent tragic deaths and close calls. [ + ]
Vic introduces legislation to protect labour hire workers
Victoria has implemented new laws to better protect labour hire workers and ensure they have the same rights and protections as direct employees. [ + ]
