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Inspections put spotlight on waste transport harm

Starting as early as this week, inspectors are poised to make site visits to noted workplaces within the industry. Their mission? To laser-focus on safety points concerning activities like loading and unloading, vehicle upkeeping, and tension control of loads. Tragically, eight work-related deaths amongst truck drivers and garbage collectors, involved in waste and recycling transport

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Queenslanders need to work safely 365 days a year

This October, as industries spanning Queensland come together to observe National Safe Work Month, they are being urged to commit wholeheartedly to workplace safety, which is crucial in curbing work-related health complications and fatalities. It’s an opportune time for business entities to bolster their WHS management systems, scrutinising every aspect of their existing frameworks with

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Safe Work Month focuses on being safe 365 days of the year

Promoting the value of workplace health and safety, National Safe Work Month in October places a spotlight on saving lives through increased awareness. Emphasising that safety is not a mere fluke, but a shared responsibility, this initiative underscores the significance of work safety products such as WHS management systems, SWMS, and guidelines. The Office of

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Farmer dies in fall from tractor

WorkSafe is presently conducting a detailed analysis following the regrettable demise of an 84-year-old man, apprehended as he was operating a trailer sprayer weighing around 3.5 tonnes in an orchard. Tragically, he lost control of his tractor on a downhill slope, making this incident a stark reminder of the paramount importance of proper use and

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Noodle restaurant fined $40,000 after dough mixer injury

Bluesafe SWMS (Safe Work Method Statements) Pty Ltd, also operational under the moniker Bowltiful, was subjected to penalties handed down by the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Friday 13 September, after acknowledging legal responsibility for two violations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The company faced a non-conviction fine of $25,000 due to their failure

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Noodle restaurant fined $40,000 after dough mixer injury

MMPX Pty Ltd, operating under the trading name Bowltiful, faced judgement in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Friday, 13 September after admitting to two infringements under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The company copped a $25,000 fine, without conviction, owing to its failure to offer or sustain safe equipment devoid of any health risks.

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