Mining company fined after worker trapped underground
23 November, 2023A mining company has been fined after a rock fall pinned an underground explosives operator to an elevated basket he was working in at the time.
Martor 9947 Connector Set for safety knives and telescopic pole
27 June, 2023 | Supplied by: Martor AustraliaThe 9947 Connector Set from Martor includes the connector, which can be easily connected to Martor's Secumax 350, 350 SE, 150, and 148 safety knives, and the matching telescopic pole.
Company charged after worker seriously injured by steel beams
24 May, 2023A Victorian transport logistics company has been charged after a worker was seriously injured by falling steel beams at a West Melbourne freight depot in 2021.
Adept Direct FRAS magnetic cable hangers
24 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Adept DirectThe magnetic cable hangers are easy to install, even in harsh environments. They come with a powerful magnet that can stick to any metal surface, meaning the hangers remain securely in place.
Employers urged to be wary of crush injuries in the workplace
10 May, 2023WorkSafe Victoria is calling on employers to address the risk of crush injuries in the workplace, after eight people died in workplace crush incidents in 2022.
From pandemic to prevention: companies address manual handling risks
17 April, 2023 by Andrew Ronchi, CEO, dorsaVi | Supplied by: dorsaVi Pty LtdAcross all work industries, manual handling injuries (or body stressing injuries) represent ~37% of total workplace injuries.
Bulk bag stand improving farmer safety, productivity
14 February, 2023The United Ag Bulk Bag Stand enhances farmer safety and productivity by enabling them to store and transport various sized bulk bags in ranging seasonal conditions.
CAC Gas & Instrumentation Ergonomic Cylinder Lift
01 January, 2023 | Supplied by: CAC Gas & InstrumentationThe Ergonomic Cylinder Lift is a handcart that can move cylinders without lifting or rolling the cylinder.
Using high-tech fleet innovations to improve driver safety
19 December, 2022 by Greg Newham, Director, Verizon Connect | Supplied by: Verizon Connect Australia Pty LtdA JBM Logistics truck was driving down an empty country road in regional Australia, when a kangaroo suddenly jumped into its path and collided with the vehicle.
Safety warning issued as workers injured in formwork collapse
09 December, 2022Employers have been reminded to prioritise worker safety during the construction, use and dismantling of formwork, after several concreters were injured when a formwork deck collapsed.
Equipment operators urged to consider La Niña hazards
05 December, 2022Inspectors from SafeWork NSW are visiting excavation sites across the state after an increase in La Niña-related excavation incidents.
WorkSafe WA investigates fatal crush injury at Esperance farm
04 October, 2022Investigators from WorkSafe WA are investigating the work-related death of a farmer who reportedly suffered fatal crush injuries after a seed bin fell on him.
Rack Armour pallet racking upright protection
01 October, 2022 | Supplied by: ACP Australian Custom Pipes Pty LtdThe pallet racking upright protection range from Rack Armour is designed to minimise damage caused by forklift and warehouse operations.
How digital racking inspection ensures warehouse safety
09 September, 2022 by Trishan Khan – Business Development Manager at Pervidi | Supplied by: PervidiMany organisations are now implementing digital racking inspection to ensure safety compliance within their warehouses.
Vic employers urged to secure worksites ahead of high winds
04 August, 2022Victorian employers have been reminded to inspect their worksites and properly secure loose items ahead of wild winds that are forecast for much of the state.
