Milestone reached for labour hire licensing in ACT
03 August, 2021Following the implementation of the Labour Hire Licence Scheme in May 2021, WorkSafe ACT has received 100 applications from labour hire providers.
Standards Australia provides free course for NSW construction sector
30 July, 2021 | Supplied by: Standards AustraliaIn July, to assist NSW trades professionals to boost their skills during lockdown, Standards Australia provided temporary free access to a construction course.
Vic renews COVID-19 guidance to ensure workplace safety
29 July, 2021Victorian employers must continue to notify WorkSafe Victoria upon becoming aware that an employee has received a confirmed COVID-19 diagnosis.
Two separate trench collapses prompt safety warning for SA
28 July, 2021SafeWork SA has issued a safety alert, after two separate incidents led to workers being trapped and sustaining serious injuries when trenches collapsed.
Qld construction industry calls for more COVIDSafe practices
23 July, 2021The Queensland Government and unions have urged the state's construction industry to stay safe and implement COVIDSafe measures to stay out of lockdown.
Workplace Health & Safety Show postponed to 2022
21 July, 2021The Workplace Health & Safety Show has been rescheduled to 2022, due to the ongoing uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Affirmer web- and mobile-based learning solution
21 July, 2021 | Supplied by: AffirmerAffirmer's web- and mobile-based learning solution provides customised learning through a range of digital technologies, such as AR, VR and animation.
Procore Safety Essentials
21 July, 2021 | Supplied by: Procore Technologies, Inc.Procore Technologies has launched Safety Essentials, a content-as-a-service offering that helps construction companies align with COVID-19 guidelines.
Victoria expedites mental health support for injured workers
14 July, 2021An Act passed by the Victorian Government will enable workers seeking compensation for mental injuries to receive payments while waiting for their claim to be determined.
SWA releases theme, campaign kit for National Safe Work Month
14 July, 2021Safe Work Australia has released the theme and a range of resources for National Safe Work Month, ahead of its launch on 1 October.
Safety Champion software
13 July, 2021 | Supplied by: Safety Champion Software Pty LtdDeveloped by OHS/WHS consultants, Safety Champion software helps businesses meet their compliance duties, with 13 modules for effective safety management.
Vic introduces on-the-spot fines for OHS breaches
13 July, 2021From 20 July 2021, WorkSafe Victoria inspectors will be able to issue on-the-spot fines to employers who put the health and safety of their workers at risk.
Elevate your digital journey — it's 2021 already
12 July, 2021 by Nathan Hight, Co-Founder & Director, Safe365 | Supplied by: Safe365 LimitedAs a risk and/or safety management professional, are you engaging in and embracing the digital era that is upon us?
Noggin for Healthcare Industry Pack
09 July, 2021 | Supplied by: Noggin Pty LtdThe Noggin for Healthcare Industry Pack is a flexible mobile platform designed to support operations across hospitals and entire healthcare systems.
Mining sector sets down code to eradicate sexual harassment
09 July, 2021The Minerals Council of Australia has set out a code for its members to eliminate sexual harassment in the Australian mining sector.
