WHS measures can improve business performance
24 October, 2014A new University of Melbourne report has identified links between workplace health and safety measures and better business performance, including increased productivity, lower costs, greater innovation and higher profitability.
Essential burn services receive over $61,000 for new equipment and programs
21 October, 2014Clipsal by Schneider Electric and the Julian Burton Burns Trust have announced six recipients of the biannual Community Grants Program.
Talking to your car is often distracting
15 October, 2014Two new AAA-University of Utah studies show that despite public belief to the contrary, hands-free, voice-controlled automobile infotainment systems can distract drivers, although it is possible to design them to be safer.
Unsocial work hours have antisocial impact
13 October, 2014Australians who regularly work evenings, nights or weekends have worse work-life balance than those who work standard weekday hours, new research from the University of South Australia's Centre for Work + Life reveals.
Partnership on mental health in the workplace
07 October, 2014SoFA, SEEK and the Melbourne Business School have entered into an Australian partnership to help break down mental health related barriers in the workplace.
Trucking industry launches driver health initiative
07 October, 2014The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has launched a driver health initiative, releasing the first in a series of health fact sheets for ATA members.
Construction industry mentor program aims to improve safety
22 September, 2014A new program launched by WorkCover NSW will see 10 medium and large construction companies act as mentors to a number of builders from across NSW, helping them identify new ways to address safety in their workplace.
Aussie traffic app for safer driving
18 September, 2014Invigor Group has entered into a development contract with the Australia Traffic Network to assist with its digital strategy.
Safety Month app launched today
11 September, 2014Safe Work Australia Acting Chief Executive Officer Michelle Baxter is encouraging employers and workers across Australia to prepare for Safe Work Australia Month (safety month) in October by downloading the free 2014 Safety Month app.
Radar networks used to improve construction vehicle safety
10 September, 2014Researchers at a Spanish university have developed an alarm system for construction vehicles with a low-cost radar network that can prevent collisions and improve safety in work environments.
New benchmarks for rail-incident investigators to improve rail safety
09 September, 2014Rail safety will be improved across Australia as operators move to adopt the first national benchmarks to ensure the competency of rail-incident investigators.
If a disaster struck today, would you be ready?
08 September, 2014Red Cross' latest survey reveals more than 90% of us don’t have a disaster plan and more than 80% don’t have an emergency kit, even though we know how important being prepared is.
Australian Paralympic Committee shines a light on workplace safety
02 September, 2014The Australian Paralympic Committee (APC) is launching a new initiative to ignite action around workplace safety through the life-changing stories of Australian Paralympians.
24-hour helicopter medivac service for the Cooper Basin
01 September, 2014For the first time, a night-vision-equipped helicopter has begun operating in the Cooper Basin in the heart of Australia's outback.
Healthy working environment is a salvation
01 September, 2014Contract workers in Norway often face the worst and most unpredictable working conditions. But good management and support from colleagues makes these workers more robust.
