NSW brake testing receives transition extension
23 January, 2017NHVR and Road and Maritime Services have offered a brake testing transition extension until 30 June.
Research hones in on truck driver fatigue
23 January, 2017In an effort to improve safety for truck drivers, a new research project will delve into driver fatigue.
Lead exposure regulations reviewed by Safe Work Australia
18 January, 2017After conducting a review of the regulation of lead in the workplace, Safe Work Australia has published a Decision Regulation Impact Statement (DRIS).
Winery safety promoted in new SafeWork guide
12 December, 2016A new safety guide for the wine industry has been published by SafeWork NSW and the NSW Industry Association.
Stevedoring safety promoted by new code
06 December, 2016A code of practice has been published by Safe Work Australia to assist in risk management for stevedoring.
New international standard promotes workplace health and safety
24 November, 2016 by Amy SteedWith the International Labour Organization estimating around 2.3 million workplace deaths worldwide every year, a new international standard for occupational health and safety is currently under construction.
WorkSafe Victoria zeros in on demolition site safety
23 November, 2016Substandard demolition work is being targeted by WorkSafe Victoria as it embarks on a month-long blitz around the state.
Nationally consistent explosives regulation welcomed by Safe Work Australia
16 November, 2016There will now be national consistency in explosives regulation, following a consultation process and a decision to implement reforms.
Safety podcasts available for heavy vehicle standards
15 November, 2016New NHVR podcasts outline minimum design, construction, installation and performance requirements for modifying heavy vehicles outside the manufacturer's specifications.
How good is your WHS knowledge?
31 October, 2016Test your work health and safety knowledge with the interactive Safe Work Australia online quiz.
Safety on the agenda at NHVR technical working group
25 October, 2016The first technical working group held by the NHVR will focus on issues such as brake systems, tyre inflation and work surrounding coupling safety.
Aussie Pumps alerts industry to new plumbing standard
14 October, 2016The AS/NZS 4322.1 standard for the plumbing industry is designed to protect users of high-pressure cleaning and jetting equipment.
SafeWork NSW surveys farm safety
12 October, 2016With 1514 injuries sustained on farms during the three years to July 2010, SafeWork NSW is aiming is to reduce this number and improve injury management.
WorkSafe Victoria urges employers to look out for young workers
22 September, 2016Young workers are the most vulnerable to workplace injuries, particularly in the construction, retail, manufacturing and hospitality industries, according to WorkSafe Victoria.
SIRA reveals updated workers compensation regulation
07 September, 2016According to the State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA), an updated workers compensation regulation in NSW is designed to accurately reflect recent legislative change and reforms.
