Minimising the impact of emergency events on workers
Minimising pressure on workers during a medical, evacuation or lockdown emergency is crucial for ensuring their safety and effective response.
Injuries at work parties: where does responsibility end?
A work Christmas party incident involving a golf cart crash while in pursuit of a kangaroo has served as a reminder to employers to maintain a safe work environment.
It pays to care: the case for better injury management
Work-related injuries and psychosocial hazards significantly impact businesses, affecting productivity, performance and profitability. However, there's good news.
Poor mental health forces young people out of work
Mental health concerns are driving increasingly younger people permanently out of the workforce, new research suggests.
Real-time monitoring: the key to navigating WHS standards
With increased regulatory oversight of Australian workplaces, real-time monitoring and AI-powered solutions are now more of a necessity for achieving compliance.
Sundström SR500ex powered air purifying respirator
The Sundström SR500ex powered air purifying respirator is designed for use in explosive or...
BodyGuard i-Tag Pedestrian Safety System
The BodyGuard Pedestrian Safety System is designed to counter for changes in environment and...
The benefits of complying with new welding fume safety standards
As Australian welding safety regulations become more stringent, workplaces should look to deploy Australian Standards Certified PAPR units that are...
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NSW Govt enforces engineered stone ban via inspections
Over 100 improvement notices have been issued to workplaces as part of the NSW Government's...
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Safety app launched for farmers affected by gas projects
A workplace health and safety and environment expert has launched a new framework designed to...
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St John Ambulance, NatRoad launch first aid training for truckies
Truck drivers across Australia will soon be able to access free online first aid training as part...
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Unpacking the latest in height safety
The introduction of the Industrial Manslaughter Bill in NSW this year means that a more proactive approach to workplace safety is needed.
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Inadvertent reveal of WHS breach sees solar installer fined
A conviction and fine has been handed to an NT solar installer who inadvertently sent evidence of...
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Transitional period extended on height safety regulations
An extension has been granted on the transitional period for compliance with regulations...
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Company fined $40K after worker falls from roof
A steel fabrication and installation company has been fined after a worker sustained serious...
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From pandemic to prevention: companies address manual handling risks
Across all work industries, manual handling injuries (or body stressing injuries) represent ~37% of total workplace injuries.
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Company charged after worker seriously injured by steel beams
A Victorian transport logistics company has been charged after a worker was seriously injured by...
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Bulk bag stand improving farmer safety, productivity
The United Ag Bulk Bag Stand enhances farmer safety and productivity by enabling them to store...
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Safety warning issued as workers injured in formwork collapse
Employers have been reminded to prioritise worker safety during the construction, use and...
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