Building a culture of safety
07 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Coles Group & Myer Corporate Services
Nestlé’s manufacturing plant in Campbellfield, Victoria, takes safety very seriously. It’s a culture that’s embraced and practised by every employee, from senior management to those on the shop floor and the company enjoys a good safety record as a result.
Safety workshops for small and medium Queensland businesses
05 August, 2009
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland will be conducting a series of free safety workshops throughout the state for small and medium businesses over the months of August to November 2009.
CraneSafe expands inspections
04 August, 2009
Truck-mounted concrete pumps have now been added to CraneSafe Australia’s OHS assessment program.
Offshore industry urged to focus on safety
04 August, 2009
An Australian safety regulator is urging the oil and gas industry to take a strategic approach to safety on offshore facilities.
Queensland Mine Safety and Health Commissioner appointed
04 August, 2009
Queensland's first Mine Safety and Health Commissioner has recently been appointed.
New Comcare publication
03 August, 2009
A new publication has been released by Comcare to outline how organisations can benefit from investing in health initiatives for its workers.
Loss of health and safety committee a blow to NZ workers
03 August, 2009
A decision to disband a government advisory committee in New Zealand will be a major setback for workplace safety, says union.
Qld establishes road traffic controller work-safety taskforce
28 July, 2009
A state government taskforce has been set up to look into ways to improve the safety of traffic controllers on Queensland's roads.
New national construction induction card and training requirements
27 July, 2009
The Queensland construction industry has been brought into line with national safety initiatives, with the adoption of a new-look safety induction card.
Safety initiative for labour-hire market
24 July, 2009
A labour-hire company has taken the initiative to promote workplace safety amongst all of its candidates.
Workplace first-aid training campaign
22 July, 2009
St John Ambulance is undertaking a Victoria-wide workplace first-aid training and awareness program.
FSC accreditation now online
20 July, 2009
The process of FSC accreditation of Australian construction projects has been streamlined, with the release of a new web page, designed to handle applications for accreditation.
National Code of Practice revised for building and construction industry
20 July, 2009
The Australian government has revised the Code of Conduct for the building and construction industry, in line with the Fair Work Act 2009.
Workplace safety memorial opened in Tasmania
17 July, 2009
The Tasmanian Workers Commemorative Park was opened in Launceston recently to act as a reminder of the importance of safety in the workplace.
Transport medical standards review to ensure best practice
17 July, 2009
The National Transport Commission is seeking public comment to assist with a review of transport medical standards for drivers and rail safety workers.
