Safety regulations updated for Victoria
15 May, 2017New OHS Regulations 2017 for Victoria will become effective as of 18 June.
Safety inspections conducted on mobile plants
15 May, 2017Poor safety around mobile plants is the target of a WorkSafe Victoria blitz.
New agreement for WorkSafe and EPA on major projects
08 May, 2017A memorandum of understanding has been signed between WorkSafe Victoria and the Environment Protection Authority.
WHS report released by Safe Work Australia
16 March, 2017A new report has been released by Safe Work Australia that focuses on the processes for gathering and communicating work health and safety performance information.
TradieSafe program aims to improve construction safety
07 March, 2017A project has been launched by SafeWork NSW to try and reduce injuries in the Hunter region's residential construction industry.
More support for building health and sustainability
02 February, 2017The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) and the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) have released a guidance document that will both support the health and wellbeing of people inside buildings as well as ensure sustainability.
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.
