Mayo Hardware SafeSite program
09 January, 2014The SafeSite program includes site assessments and lockout/tagout workshops involving all key stakeholders, Master Lock safety padlocks and lockout accessories, custom key systems, lockout/tagout procedure review and development, a broad range of plant identification solutions and ongoing 'health checks' post lockout/tagout implementation.
Securing worksites against storm activity
25 November, 2013NT WorkSafe Inspectors investigated a number of near misses last week after a series of storm-related incidents. It is advising all Top End businesses to take immediate measures to clean up their worksite and secure any loose items and material which may become airborne during strong winds.
NRMA partnership helps drive safety at AstraZeneca
18 November, 2013At any one time, AstraZeneca Australia and New Zealand (AZ ANZ) can have up to 295 ‘tool-of-trade’ cars on the road. With a reported 83% of safety incidents attributed to driver-related incidents, the company recognised that driver safety was an area that had room for improvement.
Push for professionalism in workplace health and safety
05 November, 2013Massey University researchers are backing plans to reform New Zealand’s workplace health and safety system and introduce a professional certification scheme.
Are you ready for a first aid emergency?
23 October, 2013St John Ambulance Victoria has launched its 'Five steps to first aid readiness' initiative to help Victorian businesses minimise their workplace risks and be better prepared to respond to first aid emergencies.
University of Newcastle gains accreditation for OHS
10 October, 2013The Australian OHS Education Accreditation Board this week announced that the University of Newcastle program leading to a Master of Work Health and Safety has achieved accreditation by meeting the OHS and educational standards set by the board for the education of generalist OHS professionals.
NRMA DriveSafe Pro training program
23 September, 2013The NRMA DriveSafe Pro training program is designed to provide benefit to experienced drivers and help reduce the risk of death and injury on our roads.
Guidance for supervision of construction sites
09 September, 2013WorkSafe ACT has issued a Guidance Note on what is adequate supervision on a construction site.
Safety bulletin for mining sites
05 September, 2013NSW Trade & Investment Mine Safety has been provided with information about potential explosions that may occur in sealed goaves or mined out areas.
Work health and safety jurisprudence, organisational culture, risk and decision-making, and user-centred and safe design
22 August, 2013Safe Work Australia has sponsored four new chapters in the OHS Body of Knowledge for Generalist OHS Professionals covering work health and safety jurisprudence, organisational culture, risk and decision-making, and user-centred and safe design.
Front-foot approach to managing the health of workers
08 August, 2013Research has found that 45% of employees in Australia are taking in excess of four weeks off work for minor injuries that should be resolved within five days. Australian organisation Injury Treatment has developed an Early Intervention Model to counteract the detrimental effects that an illness/injury can have on a company’s bottom line.
Evaluating fatigue on mine sites made easier with manual
06 August, 2013The NSW Government Trade & Investment mine safety department’s fatigue management evaluation manual is designed to help evaluate the existing capacity, culture and approach to managing fatigue in the workplace.
Seven steps to reduce OHS hazards in any industry
29 July, 2013SAI Global has designed an online scenario-based safety training course that meets critical criteria for OHS hazard audits.
WorkCover focusing on sheep and beef cattle farming safety
24 June, 2013A plan to make the state’s sheep and beef cattle farms safer has been launched by WorkCover NSW.
Woodside COO to deliver Hazards Australasia keynote
20 June, 2013Vince Santostefano, the COO of Woodside, has been confirmed as a keynote speaker at the inaugural iChemE Hazards Australasia conference. He will be joined by Jane Cutler, the CEO of NOPSEMA.
