Safety management today: 5 key problems
07 September, 2021 by David Provan, Managing Director, Forge WorksA safety management and organisational change expert sets out five key problems with the way that many organisations are managing safety today.
AMMA mental health framework to aid resources and energy sector
06 August, 2021AMMA has launched the Resources and Energy Industry Workforce Mental Health Framework, to help employers maintain mentally healthy workplaces.
Standards Australia provides free course for NSW construction sector
30 July, 2021In July, to assist NSW trades professionals to boost their skills during lockdown, Standards Australia provided temporary free access to a construction course.
Affirmer web- and mobile-based learning solution
21 July, 2021Affirmer's web- and mobile-based learning solution provides customised learning through a range of digital technologies, such as AR, VR and animation.
Safety Champion software
13 July, 2021Developed by OHS/WHS consultants, Safety Champion software helps businesses meet their compliance duties, with 13 modules for effective safety management.
Hydraulics-focused training academy boosts distributor safety
22 April, 2021The Hydraulink Academy has delivered a training course to boost the safety qualifications of two Queensland distributors, Hose Corp and Nebo Motors.
Fleetcoach driver safety training
01 April, 2021Fleetcoach has developed a range of driver training plans, focusing on fleet management, driver safety and wellbeing.
Help in working through the workplace regulatory maze
01 December, 2020Safety for Life has developed 'SHERM Software', to streamline business efficiencies with a high emphasis on compliance, risk management, training and competency.
Audit program sets sights on mining aviation safety
28 October, 2020The Basic Aviation Risk Standard program, implemented by the Flight Safety Foundation, has reduced aviation accidents in the mining sector since 2012.
OFSC audit activities revised due to COVID-19 restrictions
14 August, 2020Federal Safety Commissioner David Denney has revised the OFSC Audit Arrangements in Victoria to reflect changes in the construction industry due to COVID-19.
Fraudulent construction training courses offered online
21 July, 2020As misleading websites offer discounted white card courses, NT workers must attain their white card through an approved registered training organisation.
VBA investigations uncover 12 unregistered plumbers
29 June, 2020The Victorian Building Authority has taken enforcement action against 12 unlicensed or unregistered plumbers, following inspections across the Gippsland region.
Milestone 500 companies reached for WHS Accreditation Scheme
25 June, 2020The Federal Safety Commissioner's Work Health and Safety Accreditation Scheme has achieved a notable milestone, with 500 companies now accredited.
WA jobseekers misled by construction training courses
27 May, 2020Construction jobseekers in Western Australia are being misled by a training provider that offers 'introductory' courses at reduced prices.
SafeWork SA contacts businesses to manage COVID-19 risks
26 May, 2020As businesses reopen in South Australia, SafeWork SA will be contacting employers via phone to provide guidance and help manage the risks of COVID-19.
