Links between visibility and safety from roadway lighting
06 February, 2013US researchers from Lighting Research Center and Penn State have identified links between visibility and safety from roadway lighting.
Hands-free laws not enough to curb distracted driving
05 February, 2013Compliance with hands-free laws is insufficient for reducing distraction-related accidents among employees, according to safety firm BST.
Legal expert to speak on workplace accidents
05 February, 2013Gerard Forlin will deliver a keynote presentation at the Australasian Oil & Gas Conference (AOG) in Perth.
Tackling fishers’ health
04 February, 2013Fishing communities in Victoria, Queensland and Western Australia will play a vital role in a project aiming to help fishers stay healthy and handle stress.
WorkCover issues safety plea after worker injured by exploding drum
01 February, 2013After a 41-year-old worker was injured after the drum he was cutting exploded, WorkCover NSW issued a warning about working with drums that may contain flammable liquids or other hazardous material.
Machine Safety by Design safety of machinery workshops
31 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Machine Safety by DesignAS 4024.1-2006 Safety of Machinery workshop participants will learn essential legal obligations and to apply the critical requirements of the standard for legal compliance together with enhanced productivity.
Boat company fined after worker death
31 January, 2013A Somerton boat company has been found guilty and fined $275,000 over the death of a worker in December 2011.
Building Codes 2013
31 January, 2013Australia’s building and construction industry will benefit from greater certainty under a code for Commonwealth-funded building and construction work released 30 January 2013.
Safe Work Australia Awards finalists announced
31 January, 2013The finalists in the 8th annual Safe Work Australia Awards were announced yesterday by the Chief Executive Officer of Safe Work Australia, Rex Hoy.
Safety In Action 2013
30 January, 2013In March, the Melbourne Exhibition Centre will play host to hundreds of businesses working to keep Australians safe. Experts from all over the country will converge to talk about the latest technology and know-how for three days at Safety In Action (Tuesday 19 to Thursday 21 March 2013).
Examining Aussie paramedics fighting fatigue
29 January, 2013A university study aims to identify strategies to promote resilience to fatigue in Australian paramedics.
Diploma of Environmental Management
25 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Absorb Environmental SolutionsThe Diploma of Environmental Management (32986QLD) gives environmental officers the practical skills, knowledge and confidence to manage environmental responsibilities.
OHS: how to plan it, fund it and get everyone on board
25 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Workplace Access & Safety Pty LtdDealing with one of safety's toughest challenges - funding projects on worksites that senior managers never see - fall prevention specialist Carl Sachs* has also become expert at attracting funding for OHS. Here, he shares the secrets of successful investment in safety.
Training module upgrade for risk management software
24 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Safety for LifeThe training module of the web-based Sherm Software system has been upgraded. Designed to support Australian businesses with safety, health, environment and risk management, Sherm has a variety of modules that streamline the administration, implementation and monitoring of a SHE Risk Management system.
Cleaning jobs linked to asthma risk
23 January, 2013A new study has found strong evidence for a link between cleaning jobs and risk of developing asthma.
