Safe Work Australia progresses model work health and safety legislation
14 December, 2010
At the recent sixth meeting of Safe Work Australia Members, progress was made on a number of safety legislative and regulatory matters, including the Model Act.
Wormald confined space entry training
08 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Wormald
As a registered training organisation, Wormald offers a two-day confined space entry training course that equips authorised employees with the knowledge and skills to safely enter and operate in confined spaces, avoiding exposure to hazardous substances, flammable or explosive conditions and addressing other safety or health issues.
Public comment sought on model work health and safety regulations
08 December, 2010
Safe Work Australia has invited public comment on the draft model work health and safety Regulations and Codes of Practice.
Mine safety and underground dust monitoring
06 December, 2010
The NSW Minerals Council stated that mine safety is its primary concern when it announced a new underground dust monitoring initiative.
NSW mining industry leaders gather for safety summit
26 November, 2010
The NSW Mine Safety Advisory Council recently met to review the performance of initiatives to improve mine safety in the state.
Safety dominates list of top risk issues for 2011
24 November, 2010
A survey conducted at the recent Sydney Safety Show has highlighted the significance of safety as a key element to risk mitigation strategies for businesses in 2011.
Can people be responsible for their own safety? Part 2
24 November, 2010 | Supplied by: Safetrain Pty Ltd
Continuing on from our discussion on the impact of human errors with workplace accidents, Part 2 presents guidance on how to make safe behaviour a habit for workers in their workplace.
Mental stress a major cause of workplace injuries
16 November, 2010
A recent Safe Work Tasmania report identifies the significant link between mental stress and workplace injuries.
Mining association says stalemate in safety Bill talks is an opportunity to improve safety
16 November, 2010
While the federal and NSW governments are in dispute over the new national Work Health and Safety laws, the Australian Mines and Metals Association has suggested more adjustments be made to the new legislation.
Liability laws damaging the economy, survey reveals
16 November, 2010
An Australian Institute of Company Directors survey states that the personal liability aspect of OHS laws is stifling Australian business.
A week of serious safety incidents in Victoria
15 November, 2010
WorkSafe is calling on Victorian employers and workers to ensure high safety standards are in place after a spate of serious incidents in a week.
Can people be responsible for their own safety? Part 1
10 November, 2010 | Supplied by: Safetrain Pty Ltd
Human error prevention specialist Cristian Sylvestre analyses the human and environmental conditions that frequently lead to workplace accidents and injuries.
Baulderstone sets new safety benchmarks
09 November, 2010
Construction company Baulderstone has notched up another safety milestone for 2010.
Safety figures show improving performance in NSW mining
04 November, 2010
A report from the NSW Minerals Council provides encouraging information about the improvements in safety in the NSW mining industry.
Mesothelioma in NSW still to peak
04 November, 2010
Cancer Institute NSW reports that the number of mesothelioma cases in NSW won’t peak for another 5-10 years, with the annual number of cases increasing four-fold since 1980.
