Investigations underway at chemical site
18 March, 2019A new chemical site at Campbellfield is currently under investigation by government agencies.
Calls for workplace sexual harassment reforms
08 March, 2019In an effort to tackle sexual harassment in the workplace, a diverse range of organisations has banded together to call for a range of reforms.
New standards matrix shows OHS changes
07 March, 2019With the recent introduction of the AS/NZS ISO 45001:2018, a new matrix has been released to help businesses stay abreast of changes.
Zero mining fatalities reported for 2017–18
28 February, 2019Favourable trends in the mining industry have been highlighted by a recent report from the NSW Resources Regulator.
Model WHS laws working as intended, review finds
27 February, 2019A recent review of the model WHS laws has provided 34 recommendations to enhance the current WHS framework.
Safety first: last chance to comply with NSW cladding regulations
22 February, 2019 by Julian Pozza*With the fire to the Melbourne building Neo200 on 4 February 2019, combustible cladding has again been thrust into focus as a continuing safety risk.
Managing fatigue in coalmines: report
21 February, 2019A team of inspectors from the NSW Resources Regulator has assessed fatigue management practices in the state's coalmines.
Draft electrical installations standard open for comment
18 February, 2019The Standards Australia draft AS/NZS 5139 is now open for public comment.
Are you ready to migrate to ISO 45001:2018?
14 February, 2019This webinar explores how the ISO 45001 standard will change the way occupational health and safety management systems are implemented and certified.
Faulty generator sees tunnel workers evacuated
08 February, 2019Generator problems last week prompted the evacuation of more than 300 workers from the WestConnex motorway tunnel.
No-blame safety investigations for heavy vehicle crashes
29 January, 2019Independent, no-blame safety investigations should be considered for road crashes involving heavy vehicles, according to the Australian Trucking Association.
Stadium made safer with anti-slip flooring
20 December, 2018Safety standards are crucial in spaces frequented by large volumes of people, such as sporting stadiums.
Silica concerns prompt Qld audit
03 December, 2018An urgent audit of engineered stone benchtop fabricators is underway in Queensland, with 140 workplaces to be inspected before the Christmas break.
Following the right electrical installation standards
03 December, 2018There are changes to Australian and New Zealand standards you should be aware of if you are installing or specifying conduit systems for cable management.
Qld WHS board implements five-year safety plan
06 November, 2018A five-year safety plan has been developed by the Queensland Work Health and Safety board.
