SafeWork SA prioritises compliance, education in 2020
10 December, 2020The Annual Activity Report from SafeWork SA has revealed that compliance and education were at the forefront of its agenda during a year of challenges.
Legislation improves mental health support for Vic workers
03 December, 2020The Victorian Government has introduced legislation that enables Victorian workers affected by work-related mental health injuries to access treatment and support.
WorkSafe WA records multiple prosecutions
01 December, 2020WorkSafe WA has prosecuted and fined two companies and two individuals, for failing to provide and maintain a safe workplace for employees.
SafeWork SA reveals winners of Safe Work Month competition
01 December, 2020To mark National Safe Work Month, SafeWork SA held an Organise Your Own Workplace Activity competition, with six workplaces recognised for their workplace initiatives.
Construction safety issues improving in Throsby
30 November, 2020WorkSafe ACT inspectors have noted an improvement in WHS standards across residential construction sites in Throsby, as part of Operation Safe Prospect.
Report: 53% work-related fatalities decrease between 2007 and 2019
26 November, 2020A report released by Safe Work Australia has revealed that the rate of work-related fatalities has decreased by 53% between 2007 and 2019.
Family and Injured Worker Support Group holds first meeting
25 November, 2020SafeWork NSW's 'Family and Injured Worker Support Group' has addressed workplace fatalities and injuries as part of its inaugural meeting.
After mental illness: supporting worker return to work
24 November, 2020A study into worker mental health problems has called on employers to provide a tailored approach to help employees achieve a sustainable return to work.
NSW Government grants $3.3m for farm safety
20 November, 2020The NSW Government will provide $3.3 million in funding to support safety on NSW farms, with $2.8 million allocated to the Quad Bike Safety Improvement Program.
NSW Government invests in workplace safety
19 November, 2020The NSW Government will allocate funding to enhance workplace safety and wellbeing, and to improve the physical and mental health of all workers.
Deputy Premier tables report on review of WHS (MPS) laws
18 November, 2020The NSW Deputy Premier has tabled the report into the statutory review of the WHS (Mines and Petroleum Sites) laws; the review has made 40 recommendations for improvements to the laws.
Building supervisor fined for non-compliance
18 November, 2020The supervisor of a house construction in WA has been fined $5000 for failing to comply with approved plans or building standards for the house.
Safe Work Australia updates WHS regulations for GHS 7
12 November, 2020Safe Work Australia has updated the Model WHS Regulations (Hazardous Chemicals) Amendment 2020 ahead of the two-year transition to GHS 7, commencing in January 2021.
Vic Govt invests $500,000 in start-up contracts
09 November, 2020The Victorian Government has allocated $500,000 worth of IT contract work to three local start-ups to develop technology solutions for workplace safety, transport and education.
Report: COVID-19 prompts 533 workers compensation claims
06 November, 2020Safe Work Australia has released a snapshot of workers compensation claims related to COVID-19 up to 31 July 2020.
