Exploitation rife among migrant meat workers: report
17 February, 2025The experiences of migrant meat industry workers have been highlighted in new research, which paints a grim picture of overall working conditions.
Hazard analysis tool could reduce construction deaths
07 February, 2025An algorithm designed by researchers could play a part in reducing the number of construction industry deaths.
Changes to NSW WHS Regulation: have your say
06 February, 2025SafeWork NSW is encouraging employers, workers, unions and industry experts to provide feedback on changes to the Work Health and Safety Regulation.
Staff retention impacted by sexual harassment response
31 January, 2025A new Our Watch survey highlights the importance of employers responding correctly to sexual harassment.
Registrations open for Australian Manufacturing Week 2025
24 January, 2025 | Supplied by: Australian Manufacturing Technology Institute LtdRegistrations are now open for the precision engineering manufacturing show, AMW2025.
Partial building collapse under investigation
24 January, 2025An investigation is underway into a partial building collapse at Burwood in Sydney.
Campaign to improve psychological wellbeing in construction
14 January, 2025The 'Healthy Minds, Safer Sites' campaign is being conducted on construction sites across NSW as part of a state government mental health initiative.
Injuries at work parties: where does responsibility end?
18 December, 2024A work Christmas party incident involving a golf cart crash while in pursuit of a kangaroo has served as a reminder to employers to maintain a safe work environment.
Staying safe at work as the year draws to a close
13 December, 2024Employers and workers are being urged to exercise caution during the end-of-year rush and to prioritise safety at work.
It pays to care: the case for better injury management
12 December, 2024Work-related injuries and psychosocial hazards significantly impact businesses, affecting productivity, performance and profitability. However, there's good news.
Poor mental health forces young people out of work
06 December, 2024Mental health concerns are driving increasingly younger people permanently out of the workforce, new research suggests.
Record attendance at WH&S Show
28 November, 2024 | Supplied by: Workplace Health & Safety ShowThe 2024 Workplace Health & Safety Show, held in both Melbourne and Sydney, has achieved a huge increase in attendance rates.
Advocacy Australia and Asbestos Education Committee asbestos awareness tool
25 November, 2024 | Supplied by: Advocacy AustraliaThe Advocacy Australia and Asbestos Education Committee asbestos awareness tool is designed to educate about asbestos risks and how to manage them safely.
How prevalent is psychological distress among workers?
22 November, 2024 | Supplied by: Monash UniversityA recent report produced by Monash University has provided a snapshot of the health of the Australian workforce.
Better management of PTSD for frontline workers
15 November, 2024 | Supplied by: Black Dog InstituteUpdated guidelines for the management of PTSD among emergency service workers have been developed by researchers.
