Funding aims to stop construction site bullying
14 December, 2018An additional $3.7 million in funding has been provided for the ABCC, in an effort to eradicate bullying on construction sites.
Reversing forklift injures worker
12 December, 2018A Queensland worker has suffered minor injuries after he was hit by a reversing forklift during an incident in November 2018.
Tips to prevent heat and UV exposure
10 December, 2018 | Supplied by: SafeWork SAAs temperatures begin to rise, employers are being reminded of the dangers associated with working in heat.
Identifying dangerous structural issues in buildings
07 December, 2018 | Supplied by: MainmarkUnstable ground can lead to structural issues with a building, affecting worker safety and business operations.
Mining rescue event winners revealed
06 December, 2018Eighteen voluntary emergency response teams have battled it out at the 8th annual Mining Emergency Response Competition (MERC).
Charges laid over child's death on carnival ride
05 December, 2018Charges have been laid against a carnival ride operator after a child allegedly fell from one of its rides and died in 2017.
Severe stress affects 1 in 3 emergency workers
04 December, 2018One-third of emergency services personnel are experiencing high or very high psychological distress, according to a new study.
Vic safety inspectors target construction site falls
04 December, 2018Falls on construction sites are the focus of WorkSafe Victoria inspections on building sites between now and Christmas.
How workplace jokes can go wrong
03 December, 2018A new guide to using humour in the workplace uses the latest research to ensure nobody is harmed by offensive jokes.
Silica concerns prompt Qld audit
03 December, 2018An urgent audit of engineered stone benchtop fabricators is underway in Queensland, with 140 workplaces to be inspected before the Christmas break.
70% of workers dehydrated, study shows
03 December, 2018Occupational safety and performance in seven out of 10 workers is negatively affected by heat stress and failure to maintain water balance.
Upvise online safety certification
29 November, 2018 | Supplied by: Fleet Effect Pty LtdThe Upvise online certification framework digitises the overall process for AS/NZS4801 certification.
Dust diseases clinic improves medical care
28 November, 2018 | Supplied by: icareThe clinic's screening services are free and include access to X-ray, full lung function test and a medical examination with a medical specialist.
Contractor death sees construction firm fined
27 November, 2018A housing construction company has been fined $250,000 after its contractor fell and died at a worksite.
Theme park gondola ride falls during maintenance
19 November, 2018During maintenance in October 2018, a gondola on a drop tower amusement ride became detached from the above catch-car.
