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The Australian nursing, care and support workforce can navigate work safety risks more competently with the release of a revamped Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) profile. This industry-specific report, curated by Safe Work Australia utilising both the National Dataset for Compensation-based Statistics and ABS Census data to provide accurate insights, is now available. This new

The New South Wales (NSW) Government is revolutionizing the process of obtaining a High-Risk Work Licence for construction workers, manufacturers, and factory operators. Emphasising on digital convenience, it’s aimed at saving them time and resources. The integral Bluesafe SWMS (Safe Work Method Statements) that are part and parcel of such licences, can now be applied

Released in December, our data website ‘Our Data. Your Stories.’ now features newly updated tools for reporting data that have superseded the previous Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) calculator. These enhancements have been a result of comprehensive consultations undertaken by Safe Work Australia to redefine methods for assessing, measuring, and reporting data on WHS

Fienza Pty Ltd has been indicted with a solo infraction under the provision 319Y(b) of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations. This is for allegedly permitting or directing a worker under their supervision to carry out an engineered stone procedure. The purported incident took place in July 2024 when Fienza permitted or directed a staff

The unfortunate incident involves a sole trader believed to be working underneath a truck linked to a trailer. Tragedy struck when the truck unexpectedly rolled backwards, resulting in him being crushed and dragged approximately 40 metres before being discovered at around 10:20 am. The case is now under investigation by WorkSafe. This distressing occurrence marks

Bluesafe SWMS is echoing the call of SafeWork NSW for stricter adherence to safety protocols in workplaces, especially when mobile plant and moving vehicles are being utilised. This comes after a heartbreaking event which transpired at a Sydney warehouse in Erskine Park resulting in the death of an employee due to a forklift accident. The

The newly released Summary of Workers’ Compensation Scheme Developments in Australia and New Zealand 2024 offers a detailed exploration of ongoing adaptations within workers’ compensation schemes across the region. These changes, driven by emerging trends connected to shifting dynamics within working environments, are fully assessed within this critical report. This document provides an insightful synopsis

The Minns Labor Government is actively soliciting insights from industry professionals, employers, union representatives, and employees regarding the regulatory priorities of SafeWork NSW for the financial year 2025/26. These priorities form an integral part of the annual regulatory statement (ARS) developed by SafeWork NSW. Bluesafe WHS Management System – Facilitating Compliance with SafeWork NSW’s Regulatory

The tragic incident that resulted in the demise of a 44-year-old man underscores the irrefutable need for robust work safety measures like WHS management systems, SWMS and policies. The individual faced an unfortunate ejection from a lofty work platform when it unexpectedly tipped off the tilt tray of a lorry during the loading operation, culminating

Today, SafeWork NSW officials are increasing their surveillance on construction sites across the Hunter region. The aim is to ensure that businesses are adhering strictly to their safety commitments, thereby keeping workers safe. To achieve this, they employ an array of work safety products like WHS management systems, SWMS and policies with focus on regulatory