SafeWork NSW launches electrical safety blitz
01 February, 2023Inspectors from SafeWork NSW will be visiting worksites across the state to increase safety and awareness of electrical hazards such as overhead powerlines.
SA Government to act on SafeWork SA review
31 January, 2023The South Australian Government has released an independent review into the practices and processes of SafeWork SA.
LinkSafe Forms
09 December, 2022LinkSafe has launched LinkSafe Forms — a flexible, easy-to-use cloud-based solution that helps facilitate onsite data capturing.
Why action must be taken on truck driver health
07 December, 2022 by Amy SteedResearch shows that the health of many male truck drivers is in peril, with 6067 lives predicted to be lost within a decade.
NSW employers to face on-the-spot fines for WHS breaches
21 November, 2022SafeWork NSW inspectors can now issue on-the-spot fines of up to $3600 for existing electrical work and asbestos offences.
SafeWork NSW prioritises machine safety with compliance visits
20 October, 2022Manufacturers across the Sydney metropolitan area have received visits from SafeWork NSW Inspectors to ensure machine safety.
AIHS calls for appropriate resourcing for aviation sector
14 September, 2022A health and safety case study broadcast on Four Corners has prompted the AIHS to call for employers in the aviation sector to employ workers with appropriate skills and capabilities.
Construction site inspections target safety issues
07 September, 2022Inspectors from WorkSafe Victoria and SafeWork NSW have visited construction sites in both states, to highlight the risks of falls from height and respirable crystalline silica.
Free toolkit promotes mentally healthy workplaces for small businesses
25 August, 2022Small businesses across Victoria can now access a free online toolkit that provides tailored support to help them foster mentally healthy workplaces.
Communicating OHS across languages: Vic updates compliance code
03 August, 2022WorkSafe has released updated guidance to help employers better communicate health and safety messages to employees across multilingual workplaces.
Using AI to improve HSE compliance programs
03 August, 2022 by David Smith, Business Director, APAC Region, Wolters Kluwer EnablonCompliance with health, safety and environmental (HSE) regulations requires a lot of resources, and it is time-consuming.
Qld union condemns mining company's labour hire system
02 August, 2022The Queensland Mining & Energy Union has said that a safety review of labour hire company Mastermyne has reinforced the risks involved with mine operators outsourcing employment to contracting companies.
The future of compliance management
27 July, 2022 by Shayne Connolly, Group CEO, Keep it Simple GroupFor those who have had to manage traditional compliance systems — whether safety, quality or environmentally based — the challenges are well known.
CV Check Cited compliance monitoring online platform
13 July, 2022Cited is an online platform developed by CV Check that allows for real-time compliance monitoring of employees.
Vic extends support for injured workers and families
05 July, 2022Victoria has introduced legislative amendments to better support workers with occupational diseases that deteriorate rapidly or over a long period of time.
