An explosion and fireball at a Rutherglen winery and gin distiller that injured workers and customers has led to a $50,000 fine. [ + ]

Businesses in the Northern Territory are being warned to secure their worksites as cyclone season commences. [ + ]

Falling objects remain a leading cause of workplace harm in the building industry, with more than 280 construction workers injured since the start of 2023. [ + ]

A Digital Yellow Card Operator Licence has been launched by the Elevating Work Platform Association (EWPA). [ + ]

Musculoskeletal disorders are Australia's most common workplace injury, accounting for 57% of compensation claims for serious injuries. [ + ]

All Australian workers are being urged to make safety their business, as the annual National Safe Work Month takes place. [ + ]

The importance of staying safe on farms is being highlighted by the WorkSafe Victoria 'It's never you, until it is' campaign. [ + ]

The death of a WA worker on a freeway offramp is being investigated by WorkSafe. [ + ]

Hazardous materials handling is a crucial issue for many businesses, given they are responsible for 14% of all serious injury claims. [ + ]

National Safe Work Month is coming up in October, with the national theme being 'Safety is everyone's business'. [ + ]

The Champions of Safety Awards were recently launched by the Workplace Health & Safety Show. [ + ]

An extension has been granted on the transitional period for compliance with regulations governing falls from height on construction sites in WA. [ + ]

New laws that came into effect on 1 September will provide additional protections for workers exposed to silica dust. [ + ]

From 9–12 September, MATES flags will fly over worksites across the country in aid of preventing suicide. [ + ]

With strong winds sweeping through Victoria, employers have been urged to secure worksites and reconsider outdoor work under these conditions. [ + ]