Lack of sleep wreaks havoc on health and safety
09 February, 2017A large number of Australians do not get enough sleep, damaging their health and the productivity of the nation.
WorkSafe, Victory deal spreads safety message to sports fans
08 February, 2017Soccer team Melbourne Victory has signed a sponsorship deal with WorkSafe Victoria, which will enable the organisation to spread its safety message to thousands of fans.
Nanomaterials safety explored at Spanish conference
07 February, 2017While the use of nanomaterials has created a great deal of interest, some of their properties have given rise to concern that they may be harmful to humans.
PTSD sufferers access faster treatment trial
06 February, 2017Australians suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) will benefit from a trial with Australian Defence Force Personnel that provides faster treatment.
Are you risking your health by working too much?
02 February, 2017In order to stay healthy, people should not be working more than 39 hours per week, according to new research.
More support for building health and sustainability
02 February, 2017The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) and the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) have released a guidance document that will both support the health and wellbeing of people inside buildings as well as ensure sustainability.
NSW brake testing receives transition extension
23 January, 2017NHVR and Road and Maritime Services have offered a brake testing transition extension until 30 June.
Research hones in on truck driver fatigue
23 January, 2017In an effort to improve safety for truck drivers, a new research project will delve into driver fatigue.
Lead exposure regulations reviewed by Safe Work Australia
18 January, 2017 | Supplied by: Safe Work AustraliaAfter conducting a review of the regulation of lead in the workplace, Safe Work Australia has published a Decision Regulation Impact Statement (DRIS).
Mitigating risks for lone workers in potentially unsafe situations
17 January, 2017 | Supplied by: SafeTCard Australia Pty LtdThe Australia-wide SafeTCard lone-worker safety solution was recently implemented at a federal government agency in order to meet its goals of safety for all, and contributing positively to staff wellbeing and achieving zero harm.
Audiometric testing exemption granted by SafeWork NSW
17 January, 2017An exemption has been granted by SafeWork NSW for audiometric testing, which will be in effect from 1 January 2017 for a period of 12 months.
Injured worker return to work experiences documented
13 January, 2017The results of the national Return to Work Survey are now available, with Safe Work Australia publishing two new reports.
Safety Wise ICAM Team Investigator training
11 January, 2017 | Supplied by: Safety WiseThe Safety Wise ICAM Team Investigator training is an interactive online training course that is designed to train team members who will support a lead investigator during an incident investigation.
Overworked? Good habits, not holidays, are the answer
11 January, 2017 by Stacey Parker, The University of QueenslandAustralians work very long hours compared to workers in other developed countries. But evidence shows that employees who work more than 48 hours per week, or are overcommitted or over-invested in their work tend to have poorer cardiovascular health than other workers.
Increase in workplace deaths prompts concern
10 January, 2017According to WorkSafe Victoria, 2016 was the most horrific year for workplace fatalities since 2009.
