ACE EXPO returns to Melbourne
04 November, 2015ACE EXPO Victoria, a biennial event for the construction and contracting industry, will return again in 2015 to the Melbourne Showgrounds from 12–14 November.
Research shows on-farm deaths could be halved
03 November, 2015 | Supplied by: Rural Industries Research & Development CorporationAlmost half of all deaths on farms could be prevented by implementing simple solutions we already know about, according to new research.
Injured workers can make additional claim under new regulation
03 November, 2015 | Supplied by: WorkCover NSWA new regulation will allow injured workers in NSW to make one further claim if their condition significantly deteriorates.
Psychosocial safety at work results in ROI
28 October, 2015 | Supplied by: TMS Consulting Pty LtdEmployers will see a return on investment if they maintain a healthy workplace culture, says workplace development firm TMS Consulting.
Last chance to get involved in National Safe Work Month
27 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Safe Work AustraliaOctober has been National Safe Work Month, and as the month draws to a close, workplaces are being reminded that there is still time to get involved.
Don't play renovation roulette: National Asbestos Awareness Month
26 October, 2015With home renovations on the rise, getting to know where you can find asbestos around the home is a key message of National Asbestos Awareness Month this November.
Managing risks of diesel exhaust for workplaces
26 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Safe Work AustraliaAround 1.2 million Australian workers are exposed to diesel exhaust, and to help workplaces manage the risks, Safe Work Australia has released a guide and video on the topic.
Emerson acquires IntelliSAW business
26 October, 2015 | Supplied by: EmersonEmerson Acquisition has announced its acquisition of IntelliSAW Inc., a provider of systems that protect electric power transmission and distribution equipment.
Australian firm wins top Chinese award for mine safety training
22 October, 2015Brisbane-based List Premier Education has won a prestigious Chinese foreign expert award for its contributions to mine safety training.
Crown Commercial Training forklift safety training
21 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Crown Equipment Pty LtdCrown Commercial Training has upgraded its modules, equipment and facility for its forklift safety training offerings.
Winners named for 2015 national safety awards
21 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Kimberly-Clark AustraliaThe winners of NFSCA Foundation's national safety awards of excellence for 2015 have been announced.
$15.8m bill prompts forklift safety warning
21 October, 2015 | Supplied by: WorkCover NSWA forklift safety warning has been issued following revelations more than 1300 accidents costing $15.8m in compensation have occurred over two years in NSW.
Crowdfunding helps expand safety technology start-up
20 October, 2015A safety software company is the latest Aussie start-up to receive crowdfunding valued at nearly $1 million through VentureCrowd.
New reforms to benefit injured workers
20 October, 2015New reforms for injured workers in NSW have taken effect as of 16 October, including increased lump sums for permanent impairment and changes to weekly benefits and retirement age.
Tinnitus study shows age and gender matter
19 October, 2015NZ researchers have conducted the largest global survey of tinnitus sufferers discovering the importance of gender and age when determining those at higher risk of developing the condition.