Demolition company ignored asbestos risk, says SafeWork NZ
04 May, 2017A WorkSafe NZ investigation has found that demolition work on three residential buildings posed a significant risk of asbestos exposure.
Fine issued after construction worker fall
02 May, 2017Karimbla Construction Services (NSW) has been fined $135,000, after one of its workers fell three metres at a construction site.
Carnival injury prompts WorkSafe investigation
19 April, 2017An investigation is underway after a five-year-old boy fell from a carnival ride in Rye.
Three tractor deaths under investigation
29 March, 2017Tractor safety is being highlighted by WorkSafe Victoria, as investigations get underway into three workplace deaths.
Two more workplace deaths under investigation
20 March, 2017Two separate workplace deaths are currently being investigated by WorkSafe Victoria, involving a truck driver and a farmer.
Worker injuries lead to fine for earthworks business
21 February, 2017A $90,000 fine has been issued to a Bathurst earthworks business after two workers were injured during an excavation.
More deaths and injuries investigated by WorkSafe Victoria
21 February, 2017Three incidents are being investigated by WorkSafe in Victoria, after two men died and another suffered critical head injuries.
Collision at mine site results in injury
15 February, 2017A light vehicle has collided with an entry gate at the Mount Arthur coal mine near Muswellbrook, resulting in serious injuries, according to a NSW Resources Regulator report.
Audiometric testing exemption granted by SafeWork NSW
17 January, 2017An exemption has been granted by SafeWork NSW for audiometric testing, which will be in effect from 1 January 2017 for a period of 12 months.
Hand mutilation leads to company conviction
12 December, 2016The maiming of a worker's hand has led to a conviction and a $26,000 fine.
Mental health and bullying: proactively addressing the workplace challenges
04 October, 2016 by Bianca Dearing, Senior Associate and Lucienne Gleeson, Associate, Baker & McKenzieAlthough there are various legal exposures that need to be carefully considered with workplace bullying and mental health, there are also practical solutions that can be implemented in the workplace to reduce the risks.
Pokemon Go prompts construction site safety concerns
19 August, 2016According to WorkSafe WA, Pokemon Go players are causing safety concerns by illegally accessing construction sites.
First WHS conviction for failing to consult
25 July, 2016 by Baker & McKenzie senior associate, Kellie-Ann McDadeIn May this year, the South Australian Industrial Relations Court recorded the first conviction against a company for failing to comply with the duty to consult, cooperate and coordinate activities with other duty holders in relation to work health and safety matters.
Workers comp fraud verdict
07 June, 2016A NSW truck driver has been found guilty of workers compensation fraud and has been ordered to repay back a large sum of unentitled benefits, among other conditions.
Construction company fined over Sydney explosion
23 May, 2016A Sydney construction company has been fined $240,000 following a 2013 explosion that damaged several nearby properties.
