WA construction inspections find good compliance
29 September, 2015An inspection program looking at construction sites in Perth has overall found good compliance in training and licensing but has raised some concerns in other areas.
Drug and alcohol testing policies now required on construction sites
23 September, 2015Amendments to the Building Code have been introduced by the Australian Government, with the code now requiring drug and alcohol testing on construction sites to ensure higher standards of workplace safety.
Safety inspections for Victoria
05 August, 2015Several south-eastern Victorian towns will be the target of safety inspections this month, as WorkSafe Victoria focuses on hazardous and high-risk workplaces.
Risk-taking higher in transport industry: report
03 August, 2015Safe Work Australia has published new research reports, and a key finding to emerge is the level of risk-taking accepted by employers in the transport sector compared to other industries.
Construction inspections for WA
03 August, 2015A new program by WorkSafe will focus on safety standards across construction sites in Perth during August.
Company fined $250,000 over driver's death
05 June, 2015A company was convicted and fined $250,000 in the County Court of Victoria this week over an incident that killed a driver at an abattoir in 2013.
Vertical Matters Dynamic Risk Tool risk management system
22 May, 2015The Vertical Matters online quality management system now includes a Dynamic Risk Tool, which is designed to help workers manage and update safety risks while working in the field.
How safe is your car park?
19 March, 2015 by Michael Reid, General Manager, Carpark Compliance SolutionsCar parks are often unassuming facilities, but they can be hazardous environments due to their high level of vehicle and pedestrian activity and must be managed with extreme care.
Hospitality business staying on top of compliance with safety software system
12 March, 2015DoneSafe was recently approached by housekeeping outsourcing organisation Silk Hospitality to provide its safety software solution.
DoneSafe safety software solution
11 March, 2015The DoneSafe safety software solution allows users to record and analyse their compliance data and is designed to be easy to implement and use.
ATANSW applauds voluntary uptake of vehicle-tracking technology
27 November, 2014ATANSW has applauded the trucking industry’s voluntary adoption of vehicle tracking technology.
New technology to predict workplace heat stress
24 November, 2014Brisbane environmental firm Katestone has launched a software program called Heat Manager that forecasts when workers are more likely to suffer from heat stress.
Tips for a safer workplace Christmas party
24 November, 2014The Australian Drug Foundation recommends workplaces follow some simple rules when it comes to making sure staff stay safe while enjoying a fun night at the office Christmas party.
Recommendations from fatality investigation
19 November, 2014A safety alert from NSW Trade & Investment highlights recommendations from kibble fatality investigation.
Hazardous-area safety guide released
12 November, 2014Mettler Toledo has released the 'Hazardous-area safety competence guide', which includes: an explanation on how to avoid dangerous situations when manufacturing in hazardous areas with compliant equipment; a comprehensive understanding of standards and regulations; and methods of equipment protection. The guide also explains how to correctly install and maintain equipment in hazardous areas and shows examples of weighing systems for hazardous areas.
