Get focused on mental health this October
27 August, 2018Queensland Mental Health Week 2018 will be held from 6–14 October, with a number of ways that people can get involved.
WA machine repair safety inspections underway
24 August, 2018An inspection program that focuses on machinery repair will be carried out in WA workplaces.
Around one-third of NZ workers report bullying
23 August, 2018Up to one in three NZ workers are experiencing some kind of workplace bullying or harassment each year, according to research.
Two construction site falls spark warnings
20 August, 2018Two falls at construction sites in Victoria within 24 hours have prompted warnings about safety.
Update on review of model WHS laws
20 August, 2018Public submissions for the review — which is looking at whether model WHS laws are achieving the objectives stated in the model WHS Act — have now closed.
Hazardous chemical classification guide updated
20 August, 2018Updates to the guide provide clear, simple and practical information to help businesses classify the chemicals they use.
Trench fall kills construction worker
20 August, 2018A worker has died after he fell into a deep trench at a housing estate under construction in Wallan.
Talking about the impact of workplace injuries
15 August, 2018Victorian workers from various industries share their stories about workplace health and safety issues as part of WorkSafe Victoria's awareness program.
Take a safety moment in October
13 August, 2018During National Safe Work Month, Safe Work Australia is asking you to 'take a safety moment' to prevent harm in the workplace.
Worker crushed by prime mover
10 August, 2018Workplace Health and Safety Queensland has issued an alert following a tragic incident where a worker was fatally crushed by a prime mover.
Mental health campaign helps businesses
08 August, 2018A campaign launched by beyondblue has been designed to help businesses create mentally healthy workplaces.
Gendered violence at uni the focus of new video
07 August, 2018A new video has been rolled out as part of the effort to prevent gendered violence on university campuses.
Theme parks receive rigorous safety standards
06 August, 2018There will be a major overhaul of safety standards for the theme park and amusement ride industry.
New safety inspectors graduate from training
06 August, 2018WorkSafe Victoria has welcomed a new group of safety inspectors, after they graduated from a 17-week training program.
Workplace exposure standards consultation RIS opens
03 August, 2018The standards for workplace exposure to hazardous chemicals and substances under model Work Health and Safety laws are now open for consultation.
