Goal to reduce workplace injuries with Musculoskeletal Disorder Strategy
05 October, 2017Hazardous manual tasks are the most common cause of injury in NSW workplaces, accounting for 29% of all injuries, with a new scheme in place to try and reduce these figures.
Worker fatalities reduced 49% since 2007
04 October, 2017Safe Work Australia has released a new report detailing key work health and safety statistics.
Safety in Australian Food Businesses
02 October, 2017Food Manufacturing Industry Guide to Safety 2017/18 – Released
Latest Quick Poll Response from Safe-T-Bulletin 480
27 September, 2017Have you received job safety training? See the results from the latest Safe-T-Bulletin poll here.
Investigations continue into Vic quad bike farmer death
27 September, 2017A quad bike accident has led to the death of a farmer near Romsey, in Victoria.
Finger amputation caused by insufficient guarding, WA company fined
26 September, 2017A grain cooperative in WA has been fined $37,500 over insufficient guarding on machinery that led to a worker sustaining a serious hand injury.
How being safe could win you $5000
26 September, 2017Safe Work Australia is giving businesses the opportunity to win $5000 for their safety initiatives.
Using Augmented Reality For Better Safety Outcomes
19 September, 2017Automotive Mechanics Guide to Workplace Safety 2017/18 – Released
Latest Quick Poll Response from Safe-T-Bulletin 479
13 September, 2017Do you have safety mentors in your workplace? See the results from the latest Safe-T-Bulletin poll here.
What you need to know about managing an incident
11 September, 2017 by Partner Carlie Holt and Senior Associate Emma Gruschka, Sparke Helmore Lawyers | Supplied by: Sparke Helmore LawyersEffective incident management starts before an incident in the workplace occurs.
In conversation: promoting mental health in the workplace
08 September, 2017 by Amy SteedGiven that approximately 20% of Australian workers will experience some kind of mental health issue throughout the duration of their career, supporting mental health in the workplace should be a key consideration for all leaders.
Mitigating Risks in Forestry Operations
05 September, 2017Forestry Sector Guide to Workplace Safety 2017/18 – Released
2017 National Safety Awards of Excellence finalists announced
30 August, 2017The NSCA Foundation and GIO Workers Compensation have announced the 2017 National Safety Awards of Excellence finalists.
Latest Quick Poll Response from Safe-T-Bulletin 478
30 August, 2017Would you feel comfortable discussing mental health issues in your workplace? See the results from the latest Safe-T-Bulletin poll here.
Managerial support can prevent presenteeism
30 August, 2017Workaholics suffering from 'presenteeism' can greatly benefit from managerial support, new research has revealed.
