Industry News
Falling death sparks $300K fine
A conviction and fine has been issued to a shopfitting company and its director, after one of its workers died in a fall. [ + ]
New laws for solar farm safety
Consistent safety standards on solar farms in Queensland will be enforced by new legislation coming into effect on 13 May 2019. [ + ]
Supermarket chain introduces defibrillators at all stores
Woolworths is planning to roll out defibrillators at all of its stores across Australia, in an effort to save lives. [ + ]
Worker killed while loading excavator
An investigation is underway after a Northern Territory worker died at a plant hire business in Tivendale on Monday, 29 April. [ + ]
Telecom company certified for safety
IS045001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System Certification has just been awarded to Huawei. [ + ]
Worker crushed to death by forklift load
A worker has been killed after he was crushed by a forklift load that slipped from its tines. [ + ]
Workers warned to prepare for flu season
As flu season approaches, businesses are being urged to take steps to protect their workplaces from illness. [ + ]
Fine and conviction for bullying manager
A $7500 fine and conviction has been issued to a food retail manager, after he was accused of bullying a storeman. [ + ]
New guide for fall arrest and rope access released
A new guide for fall arrest and industrial rope access anchorages has now been released by Workplace Health and Safety Queensland. [ + ]
Truckie awarded for saving driver from fire
A truck driver has been presented with an award after he rescued a fellow driver from a fire. [ + ]
Top 15 safest companies revealed
A list of the top 15 safety-conscious companies has been developed using data from SafetyCulture clients. [ + ]
Smart sensor company highly ranked on global market index
Leuze electronic has been listed in the world market leader index compiled by the University of St. Gallen. [ + ]
