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Snowy Hydro workers threaten walk-off over unsafe work conditions

06 March, 2023

The Australian Workers' Union has raised concerns about the unsafe and unhygienic working conditions on the Snowy Hydro 2.0 project after workers were served maggot-infested food.


Regulator urges employers to make safety a priority in 2023

06 March, 2023

WorkSafe Victoria has called on all Victorians to prioritise health and safety in the workplace following the deaths of 61 workers in 2022.


Workplace Health & Safety Show returns to Brisbane and Sydney

24 February, 2023

The Workplace Health & Safety Show will take place in Brisbane from 31 May–1 June and 20–21 September in Sydney.


Aussie seafood sector launches safety program, Sea Safe

24 February, 2023

The Australian seafood industry has launched Sea Safe — a four-year program that aims to improve worker safety by driving culture improvement and change.


Digital tech to improve safety in construction sector

24 February, 2023

Researchers from Victoria University have combined high-tech tools with engineering and architecture to improve safety training in the construction industry.


Boosting site safety with AI in visitor management systems

15 February, 2023

Digital contractor management platform LinkSafe has partnered with Nirovision for its visitor management solution that is powered by facial recognition.


Using data-driven safety tech to prevent workplace injuries

15 February, 2023 | Supplied by: Soter Analytics

Soter Analytics has partnered with EMP Onsite to develop a 360-degree platform that integrates technology, data and onsite health professionals to prevent workplace injuries.


Govt invests $3 million to support workers with dust disease

09 February, 2023

The federal government has invested $3.9 million to support workers who contract silicosis, an incurable lung disease caused by long-term exposure to silica dust.


MTA NSW calls for government funding for EV safety training

08 February, 2023

MTA NSW has called for government funding to help the automotive industry upskill its workforce by providing electric vehicle (EV) safety training.


SafeWork NSW launches electrical safety blitz

01 February, 2023

Inspectors from SafeWork NSW will be visiting worksites across the state to increase safety and awareness of electrical hazards such as overhead powerlines.


Truck driver fined $50K for workers compensation fraud

31 January, 2023

A truck driver has been ordered to pay more than $50,000 after he was discovered to be secretly working while receiving workers compensation payments.


SA Government to act on SafeWork SA review

31 January, 2023

The South Australian Government has released an independent review into the practices and processes of SafeWork SA.


Raise awareness of lifting safety at Global Lifting Awareness Day 2023

27 January, 2023

Manufacturers, suppliers and end users are encouraged to share material that promotes safe load lifting on Global Lifting Awareness Day, 13 July 2023.


Delivering best practice for workers' mental health

23 January, 2023 | Supplied by: OzHelp Foundation

Since January 2021, the OzHelp Foundation has been delivering its Health in Gear program to transport and logistics workers all throughout Australia.


Register now for Australian Manufacturing Week

19 January, 2023 | Supplied by: Australian Manufacturing Technology Institute Ltd

Registrations are now open for Australian Manufacturing Week (AMW2023), held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) from 9–12 May 2023.


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