Campaign targeting farming death tolls
30 March, 2016A new awareness campaign will target safety in agriculture since statistics show farmers are more likely to die at work than any other Victorian worker.
How to guard against compromised fitness apps
24 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Keysight Network SolutionsConnected fitness bands and other wearables, along with their smartphone fitness apps, are booming for both business and consumer markets, but they also present vulnerabilities.
Keep calm and carry on safely
23 March, 2016WorkSafe New Zealand is calling for calm over "scare-mongering" media reports ahead of new WHS laws to be implemented next month.
Control Logic to distribute GE Automation & Controls in WA
18 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Control Logic Pty LtdControl Logic has announced its distribution network of GE Automation & Controls products and services has expanded to include Western Australia.
Awards open for improving women's safety at work
17 March, 2016Initiatives to improve the health and safety of women working in South Australia will have the chance to win a $20,000 Safe Work award.
Safety in Action Perth speakers and program now available
15 March, 2016The speaker list and seminar agenda is now available for the next Safety in Action show, to be held in Perth this June.
Have a siesta and save yourself later
14 March, 2016Workers are being encouraged to consider the benefits of an afternoon 'siesta' to combat the dangers of fatigue after high-intensity work periods.
DuPont Sustainable Solutions Online Safety Perception Survey
11 March, 2016 | Supplied by: DuPont Australia Pty LtdDuPont Sustainable Solutions has launched an Online Safety Perception Survey providing organisations with indicators to help identify areas of concern and prevent incidents before they occur.
Work flexibility guide to boost gender diversity in mining
09 March, 2016Launched to coincide with International Women's Day, mining employers now have access to a practical tool for greater flexible work arrangements with the intention of attracting more female workers.
Push for protection devices to be fitted on quad bikes: Victoria
03 March, 2016A new safety approach from WorkSafe Victoria may see a push for rollover protection to be fitted to quad bikes in Victorian workplaces to reduce fatalities and serious injuries.
Air tools leaving industry open to hand-arm vibration claims
02 March, 2016Businesses are being warned that badly maintained air tools which cause hand-arm vibration are leaving industries open to significant damages payouts.
Emerson's $20m safety software deal with Cameron LNG
25 February, 2016 | Supplied by: EmersonEmerson has announced it will provide automation expertise and safety software to one of the first new liquefied natural gas export terminals in North America.
500 companies register under mandatory NZ hazardous laws
24 February, 2016Over 500 importers and manufacturers of hazardous substances have already registered their details with New Zealand's Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) under new rules brought in late last year.
Fight to retain engineering skills for Australian industry
24 February, 2016Engineers at risk of losing their jobs due to the closures of the three vehicle manufacturing plants in Victoria are finding new opportunities across other industry sectors such as mining, construction and defence.
Safety guidelines for quarry workers
22 February, 2016New safety guidelines with practical advice to better protect workers have been released by the Victorian state government.
