Industry News
SafeWork NSW to embark on silica roadshow
People working with silica in NSW regional centres can learn about dust control measures, health screening and air monitoring services, and best practice. [ + ]
Crane system wins Best in Class at Good Design Awards
The remote-controlled, electromechanical load-management system is designed to replace tag-lines and reduce crane-related fatalities and injuries. [ + ]
Worker burnt while hot cutting flammable steel drum
A South Australian worker has sustained serious burns while cutting a steel drum with oxy-acetylene equipment. [ + ]
Deadly duck farm fall lands $150K fine: court finding
Melbourne County Court has fined a duck farm operator's trustee and a maintenance contractor $75,000 each, following the death of a worker at a property near Nhill. [ + ]
Farm hand dies while tree felling
A 59-year-old farm hand has died while helping to fell trees on a Buxton property, according to WorkSafe Victoria. [ + ]
WorkSafe WA releases manual task guides for electricians
Electricians can now access a set of fact sheets that help highlight risks and prevent injury while performing manual tasks. [ + ]
Fatigue-related event likely cause of 2018 truck collision
A 2018 dump truck collision was likely caused by a fatigue-related event such as a microsleep or medical episode, according to the NSW Resources Regulator. [ + ]
High-pressure clean of asbestos roof generates $3500 fine
A ruling from the Southport Magistrates Court has highlighted the dangers of cleaning asbestos roofs and the importance of following codes of practice. [ + ]
