Industry News
Multiple injuries caused by high-pressure fluid releases
Several injuries caused by high-pressure fluid releases have recently been reported to the NSW Resources Regulator. [ + ]
Code for mentally healthy FIFO workplaces launched
The first code of practice for promoting mentally healthy FIFO workplaces has been launched in WA. [ + ]
Linesman electrocuted to death during maintenance work
A linesman who worked for Ausgrid has been killed after suffering an electrocution during routine maintenance work in Sydney. [ + ]
Inspectors find unsafe electrical practices on solar farms
Audits and investigations around Queensland solar farms have revealed a number of properties are not ensuring adequate electrical safety. [ + ]
Mining vehicle collisions on the rise
A rise in the number of vehicle collisions at underground metalliferous mines has been reported by the NSW Resources Regulator. [ + ]
Tampering leads to unsafe platform lifts
Companies that own or provide maintenance for platform lifts in the UK have been alerted to several incidents of tampering with safety devices. [ + ]
How a late bedtime could pose safety risks
Workers who go to bed late have slower reaction times and this could compromise safety, according to a new international study. [ + ]
Dangerous goods guidance open for comment
Members of the public are being given an opportunity to comment on a draft guide developed for the storage and handling of non-explosive dangerous goods in WA. [ + ]
Rigger pleads guilty, fined $4K, for two crushed workers
A recent guilty verdict and fine of a rigger has demonstrated once again that safety is not just the remit of the employer. [ + ]
