WHS and workers compensation in Aus and NZ: reports out
07 February, 2020The 'Comparative Performance Monitoring' and 'Comparison of Workers' Compensation Arrangements in Australia and New Zealand (2019)' reports have been released.
Bernie Banton Foundation to close in June 2020
06 February, 2020The charity, which provides support for sufferers of asbestos-related diseases and their families, will close by 30 June 2020, after 20 years of advocacy.
Tractor safety: farmers urged to remain vigilant
06 February, 2020Livestock, Hay & Fodder Industry Guide to Safety 2019/20 and Broadacre Guide to Farm Safety 2020.
Coronavirus and the workplace — what employers need to know
05 February, 2020Here are the latest updates and resources for employers regarding the coronavirus outbreak, and how best to maintain a safe and healthy workplace.
Digital system helps with false labelling on ‘at risk’ cladding
04 February, 2020Sub-standard and substitute cladding has emerged as a major public safety issue. Fairview Architectural’s Ashley How details a possible solution.
Global tailings portal launches to prevent mine disasters
04 February, 2020The global mining industry can now access a public database of tailings storage facilities, for valuable insight into mining waste management.
Government takes action against dust disease with taskforce
03 February, 2020The Australian Government has formed a National Dust Disease Taskforce and will accept all recommendations from the interim advice of the Taskforce.
Confined space essentials guide
28 January, 2020RICHARD MILLAR offers an essentials guide to designing and implementing an effective confined space program and rescue plan.
Victorian cleaning company fined $30,000 after fall
23 January, 2020A commercial cleaning company has been fined $30,000 after a worker fell 5.5 m from a roof, sustaining injuries to his vertebra, leg and shoulder.
NSW fire safety reforms to be enforced from April 2020
22 January, 2020From April 2020, only accredited fire safety practitioners will be authorised to endorse plans and specifications of fire safety systems.
Extra inspectors hired in Queensland to ensure mine safety
22 January, 2020Four new mine inspectors are expected to commence work across Queensland to protect the region's 70,000 mine workers.
Action on silicosis
21 January, 2020Lawyer CLAIRE SETCHES responds to recent action to ban dry cutting of stone, and outlines what her firm is doing in the fight against silicosis.
Comments open on WES for airborne contaminants Release 10
21 January, 2020Safe Work Australia's WES review continues with Release 10 (diesel engine emissions, hydrogen cyanide and others) open for comment until 14 February 2020.
Expert develops fact sheets on bushfire smoke
21 January, 2020ANU releases comprehensive health protection advice fact sheets on bushfire smoke inhalation, and the government issues P2 masks to protect frontline workers.