Industry News
SafeWork SA prioritises safety in lead-up to event season
SafeWork SA will be conducting compliance inspections at a range of events in the lead-up to the state's event season, to ensure patron and worker safety. [ + ]
SafeWork NSW provides advice on smoky workplaces
SafeWork NSW has advised employers to monitor indoor and outdoor air quality levels, to provide a safe working environment for employees. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
