Fatal incident in NSW underground mine
08 September, 2015A machine operator has died in an underground mine incident in the NSW Central West.
How safe is your workplace?
21 August, 2015"How safe is your workplace?" is the question WorkSafe Victoria is asking employers and workers in a major public awareness campaign that begins 23 August.
Early intervention the key to hearing loss
21 August, 2015Hearing is precious and fragile, and early intervention is vital for reducing the rate of hearing loss; these are the key messages ahead of Hearing Awareness Week this August.
Australia's soaring $3bn hangover bill
12 August, 2015People who miss work due to alcohol and drug related sickness are costing Australia more than $3bn, a new report has found.
$1.3m research to reduce quad bike deaths
07 August, 2015The results from a $1.3m funded research project into quad bike safety were released this week by the University of NSW.
Ready Screen pre-employment screening tool
05 August, 2015Ready Screen is a pre-employment screening tool that can be used in-house to screen candidates to ensure they are fit and capable for the role at hand.
Be aware of overhead power lines
04 August, 2015Equipment operators are being warned by Essential Energy about the dangers of electrical power lines after a series of incidents that occurred across NSW last month.
New support line for FIFO workers and families
29 July, 2015A free 24/7 helpline is now open for FIFO workers in need of alcohol and drug support.
Risks of underground water hazards: report
28 July, 2015An investigation report following the death of a miner last year has been prepared by the NSW Mine Safety Investigation Unit and lists recommendations for industry.
Farm safety culture pays off
23 July, 2015Developing a safety culture has financial benefits in addition to reducing workplace incidents on farms, new research shows.
Sleeping on the job to be encouraged
14 July, 2015There is good news for shift workers as experts talk about mounting evidence to suggest that a nap during night shift can improve production and safety at work.
Stress and burnout rife among education workers
06 July, 2015Work-related stress was a common health and safety issue for 5000 education workers in the last year, a survey shows.
Man dies while unloading trailer
01 July, 2015A young worker has died while unloading a trailer in Victoria.
New app makes claims information easier to find
16 June, 2015If you or someone you know has ever been through a workplace compensation claim, then you would be aware that the process can often be hard to navigate, confusing and stressful, at a time when you are feeling vulnerable or uncertain.
Your healthy workforce starts now: 1000 employers take on corporate challenge
27 May, 2015More than 1000 organisations are taking part in a global initiative starting today that puts healthy employees at the centre of successful business.
