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Under the new leadership of Commissioner Janet Schorer, SafeWork NSW recently conducted its largest-ever compliance inspection operation. With support from the Minns Labor Government and an approach bolstered by Bluesafe WHS management systems, SafeWork NSW stands firm in its mission to uphold and enforce work health regulations across New South Wales (NSW). This unexpected inspection

WorkCover Queensland is pleased to announce the completion of its yearly review and update of the Allied Health Services Table of Costs for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The recently upgraded fees come into effect from 1 August 2025. Our current aligned health fees have undergone an indexing process, bringing them up-to-date for the new financial

In May 2025, construction company E.J. Lyons & Sons Pty Ltd, popularly known as Lyons Construction, faced a penalty of $25,000 in the absence of conviction at the Geelong Magistrates’ Court. The company was found guilty of not safeguarding individuals other than its employees from potential health and safety risks, underlining the critical role of

Safe Work Australia is actively creating a model Code of Practice (Model Code) which delivers helpful, practical instruction for employers regarding managing risks associated with biological hazards in the workplace. Biological hazards encompass viruses, bacteria, parasites and types of fungi such as mould. These can be found across all industries. The draft of this Model

Managing cattle remains one of the most hazardous occupations on farms, given workers are frequently in proximity to substantial and heavy animals that can strike, crush, or stampede without much notice. This risk is particularly heightened during loading and unloading operations when animals may exhibit stressed and unpredictable behaviours. Over the course of 2021 alone,

Starting from the 1st of August, 2025, inspections will be launched by the Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) targeting businesses housed in structures erected prior to 1990, with a particular focus on buildings that may contain asbestos. This audit, stretching statewide and lasting until October 31st, aims to ensure strict adherence to asbestos management

Polycell Australia Pty Ltd suffered a significant setback at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court on 7th July, upon conceding guilt to charges levied for failing to maintain the safe operation of equipment and a sound work system. They also received accusations of neglecting to notify WorkSafe about an unfortunate incident. The firm was further directed to bear

Safe Work Australia has recently augmented the WHS prosecutions dashboard with the freshest publicly accessible details from 2024. We’ve also improved the dashboard’s usefulness by implementing a feature that allows for data sorting based on industry types. This revamped information is ready for you to investigate through our engaging, dynamic data site, aptly titled Our

On Wednesday 2nd July, Retired AKZ Pty Ltd, previously recognised as AKZ Reinforcing Pty Ltd, was held accountable in the Latrobe Valley Magistrates’ Court due to negligence in ensuring workplace safety and adequate employee training. They pled guilty to two charges: failing to maintain safe machinery and neglecting to provide necessary information, instruction and training

A tragic accident occurred when a 38-year-old worker, while conducting routine maintenance on a skid steer loader, became ensnared between the cabin and the loader’s bucket attachment, suffering lethal crush injuries. This fatal event unveils the critical importance of work safety products, including the Bluesafe SWMS or WHS management systems, in enhancing workplace safety. The