Researchers identify risk factors for kidney disease among farm workers
21 February, 2018New risk factors for a mysterious kidney disease that affects farm workers worldwide have been revealed by researchers.
Workplace standing desks less healthy than first believed
16 February, 2018Standing desks in the workplace may not be as healthy as first thought, according to new research.
Spill Station Australia founder passes away
13 February, 2018Bruce Cartwright, founder of Spill Station Australia, died peacefully on 6 February.
Can you tell when your colleagues are stressed?
16 November, 2017The way a person perceives stress also impacts the way they view the health and productivity of their workers, according to a new study.
Back to the future — Vision Zero
15 November, 2017 by Dave Cant*The launch of an international Vision Zero campaign at the World Congress for Safety and Health last month certainly surprised many people.
Pilz Australia mourns loss of MD Scott Moffat
31 October, 2017Australian Managing Director of Pilz Australia Mr Scott Moffat has tragically lost his life while on a business trip in Germany.
Enware CARE600 freestanding toilet
26 October, 2017The Enware CARE600 freestanding toilet with support arms is designed to meet the specialised needs of those with a disability.
Suicide stigma broken down by Mates in Construction program
19 October, 2017In an effort to prevent suicide among construction workers, more funding has been provided for the Mates in Construction program.
FIFO mental health in focus with new funding
18 October, 2017A new mental health research project has been funded to provide further support to the fly-in fly-out (FIFO) sector.
Energy sector develops mental health strategies
13 October, 2017The energy sector has released a mental health and wellbeing strategy as part of a national energy mental health and wellbeing forum in Melbourne.
Businesses urged to consider mental health training
13 October, 2017The Red Cross is urging businesses to treat mental health with the same level of seriousness as physical health and safety during Mental Health Awareness Week in October.
Victoria targets violence against healthcare workers
05 September, 2017Behavioural assessment rooms are being rolled out at some Victorian hospitals, designed to protect frontline workers from violence and aggression.
The state of safety leadership
01 September, 2017Only 24% of leaders demonstrate strong safety leadership behaviours, according to a recent study of employee and self-report ratings.
The key trends improving workplace safety
15 August, 2017Several emerging trends that will help to improve workplace health and safety have been identified by Bodycare Workplace Solutions.
Top safety tips from St John Ambulance
10 August, 2017St John Ambulance Victoria has compiled a list of tips to help workplaces stay safe and avoid accidents.
