Industry News
Chemical stockpile removal process now underway
Work is currently underway to remove a stockpile of chemicals stored at eight sites around Epping and Campellfield. [ + ]
Claims of bullying on NT construction sites
The Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) has alleged that CFMMEU is undermining safety on construction sites through bullying. [ + ]
WA program tackles community healthcare violence
An inspection program aimed at redressing violence and aggression in community health care is being implemented by WorkSafe WA. [ + ]
Fishing vessel death sparks safety program
A new program has been developed to improve safety in the fishing industry, following the death of Ryan Donoghue on a fishing vessel in the Gulf of Carpentaria. [ + ]
No-blame safety investigations for heavy vehicle crashes
Independent, no-blame safety investigations should be considered for road crashes involving heavy vehicles, according to the Australian Trucking Association. [ + ]
Why workers should avoid soft drink in the heat
Drinking caffeinated and sugary drinks while working in hot weather may lead to kidney disease, according to new research. [ + ]
More focus needed on road injuries, not just deaths
Focusing only on road deaths, while skating over injuries, fosters complacency around driver safety, according to the Australasian College of Road Safety. [ + ]
Electrical workers must test before touching
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland has issued a reminder to all electrical workers to test any electrical equipment before they touch it. [ + ]
