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.
Heavy machinery hits houses, sparks warnings
25 October, 2018Two serious incidents have prompted warnings about the dangers of heavy machinery.
Govt funds driver fatigue testing technology
16 October, 2018New field trials of technology designed to test driver fatigue are being funded by the federal government and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR).
Vic regulators promote safety for solar rollout
12 October, 2018A Victoria-wide rollout of 30,000 solar power and hot water systems will be supported by three regulators within the state.
Horseracing safety guide released
03 October, 2018A racing industry guide has been released by WorkSafe Victoria, designed for trainers, venues and other employers.
Improving facilities management safety practices
27 September, 2018A new series of international standards, including ISO 45001 certification, is being adopted to transform safety and facilities management practices.
Gig economy worker conditions under review
27 September, 2018Widespread claims of workers being underpaid and poorly treated in the gig economy have prompted an inquiry by the Victorian Government.
