Industry News
Report: COVID-19 prompts 533 workers compensation claims
Safe Work Australia has released a snapshot of workers compensation claims related to COVID-19 up to 31 July 2020. [ + ]
Virtual safety simulator to help SA heavy vehicle drivers
Heavy vehicle drivers in South Australia will be able to practise navigating the South Eastern Freeway descent with a training simulator. [ + ]
Unplanned explosive incident at underground mine
SafeWork SA is reminding mine operators to develop, implement and maintain safe systems of work, after an explosives incident at an underground mine. [ + ]
$660,000 enforceable undertaking to improve bus safety
Buslink NT will commit to $660,000 worth of improvements after a bus rollaway incident in 2017 led to the death of a bus driver. [ + ]
Research reveals health effects of Hazelwood mine fire
Research into the health effects of the 2014 Hazelwood mine fire has revealed an increased risk of death in smoke-impacted areas during and after the fire. [ + ]
Signs your workplace does not take mental health seriously
The Black Dog Institute is urging workplaces to proactively support employees who need mental health support by implementing proven programs. [ + ]
Company fined $40K for failing to supervise worker
A company has been fined $40,000 for failing to adequately supervise a young worker who sustained serious injuries while cleaning a plate roller. [ + ]
NSW pushes for seasonal safety ahead of summer
As bushfire season approaches, the NSW Government is urging businesses to prepare a SeasonalSAFE Plan for the hazards caused by hot weather. [ + ]
Standards Australia tech to enhance speed limit compliance
Standards Australia has released a new standard that outlines the use of LEDs to change the speed limit remotely on electronic speed signs. [ + ]
