Industry News
Managing bushfire smoke health risks when working outdoors
Bushfires burning across Victoria have led to increasing smoke levels, which can adversely impact those exposed to particles in bushfire smoke. [ + ]
Updated electrical safety codes of practice 2020
Queensland has updated its electrical safety codes of practice for the safe handling of electric equipment. [ + ]
Melbourne man crushed to death by falling truck panels
A man has died after a stack of 3.6 tonne panels fell on him as they were being unloaded from a shipping container in Carrum Downs, Victoria. [ + ]
Safety alert issued on remote controlled plant operation
SafeWork Victoria has issued a reminder about safely operating remote controlled plant and equipment, following the death of an employee operating a crane. [ + ]
SafeWork SA campaigns to reduce musculoskeletal disorders
SafeWork SA is performing a compliance and safety awareness campaign, to reduce work-related musculoskeletal disorders in the manufacturing industry. [ + ]
Coalminer faces $1.5 million fine after truck collision
A NSW mining company is facing a $1.5 million fine, after a truck collision hospitalised one of its employees. [ + ]
Hotelier company fined $70K for unguarded cellar void
A hotelier company has received a $70,000 fine after a contractor sustained serious injuries by falling into an unguarded cellar void. [ + ]
Ensuring tractor safety to minimise rollover accidents
Reduce the risk of rollover accidents when operating tractors by understanding the causes of overturns and following safe operating practices. [ + ]
