Industry News
Australia to ban engineered stone due to silicosis risk
The use, supply and manufacture of engineered stone in Australia will be banned from 1 July 2024, to protect workers from respirable crystalline silica. [ + ]
Guidelines released for managing heavy vehicle driver fatigue
NT WorkSafe has released guidance material to help heavy vehicle owners and operators manage the risks of fatigue when driving. [ + ]
Qld introduces workplace safety law reforms
The Queensland Government has introduced legislative reforms to parliament stemming from recommendations from an independent review of the state's Work Health and Safety Act. [ + ]
Registrations open for 2024 AOG Energy conference
The AOG Energy exhibition and conference will be taking place in Perth in 2024, with over 200 exhibitors in attendance. [ + ]
NSW launches asbestos awareness and safety course
SafeWork NSW has launched an online Asbestos Awareness and Safety Course to provide tradies with essential education on how to best protect themselves when handling asbestos-containing products. [ + ]
Qld mines urged to prioritise safety during storm season
Queensland's safety regulator for the resources sector has called on mine sites to put the safety of workers first during storm season. [ + ]
World Safety Congress gives voice to injured workers
The Family and Injured Workers Support and Advisory Group hosted a session at the World Safety Congress to advise the NSW Government on how to improve workplace health and safety. [ + ]
World Safety Congress comes to Sydney
The 23rd World Congress on Safety and Health at Work, an international event focused on the prevention of workplace harm, has commenced in Sydney. [ + ]
Asbestos: still a risk to workers 20 years on from ban
WorkSafe Victoria has urged employers and tradespeople to be aware of the risk of asbestos exposure, as it still poses a significant risk to workers. [ + ]
New MoU to mark National Asbestos Awareness Week
The National Association of Testing Authorities has signed an MoU with the Victorian Asbestos Eradication Agency to ensure the reliability of asbestos testing in government buildings. [ + ]
Qld retailers to phase out engineered stone products
IKEA and Bunnings are among the major retailers that have announced plans to phase out engineered stone products, to protect workers from its potentially fatal effects. [ + ]
SWA campaign urges workers to be silica smart
A new phase of the 'Clean Air. Clear Lungs.' occupational lung diseases campaign from Safe Work Australia aims to improve understanding of the hazards of silica dust. [ + ]
CSIRO launches $18m project to develop worker safety tech
A collaboration between CSIRO and five universities will develop futuristic new tools and systems to keep Australians safe from harm at work. [ + ]
Bunnings, MATES in Construction raise $500K for mental health
Bunnings Trade and MATES in Construction have raised $500,000 through the sale of hoodies, in an effort to support mental health and suicide prevention initiatives. [ + ]
New campaign shines light on safe gas appliance use
Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) has launched a campaign to ensure small food businesses prioritise gas safety. [ + ]