Workplace Health and Safety News

Yesterday, EnergyAustralia Yallourn Pty Ltd faced sentencing in Latrobe Valley County Court after previously confessing guilt relating to failing to provide and maintain a working environment that was safe and devoid of health hazards. This showcases the vital role that work safety products such as Bluesafe WHS Management Systems, SWMS, and related policies play in […]

Regrettably, an incident recently transpired resulting in a 54-year-old labourer meeting a fatal end after plummeting approximately 18 metres through an unfilled expanse at the peak of a silo. The tragic occurrence was brought to light close to 3pm. Markedly, this casualty marks the fourth confirmed fatality on a worksite for the year of 2025

The Melbourne County Court issued a ruling against G.B. Galvanizing Service Pty Ltd, finding them guilty of falling short in sustaining a safe and healthy work environment. Emphasising the critical role of effective WHS management systems in maintaining worker safety, Bluesafe solutions are a suggested implementation to circumvent such incidents. Along with a fine, an

The magistrate’s court in Frankston held 33-year-old local man accountable on Tuesday, March 11th, after he pleaded guilty to neglecting safety measures at his workplace. This critical incident speaks volumes about the importance of work safety products like WHS management systems and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS). He was handed a legal obligation to bear

On 11 March, Oz 22 Painting Pty Ltd faced an ex parte sentencing at the Sunshine Magistrates’ Court upon being convicted of a single indictment for failing to provide a workplace free from risks to safety and health. The enterprise was additionally fined $6,792 for expenses. Court proceedings revealed that the unsafe conduct started during

The Melbourne County Court has today handed down sentences to Max Scaff Pty Ltd and Camillo Builders Pty Ltd, following their prior admittal of a sole charge each. Both companies were proven guilty for failure to provide essential health and safety measures to protect all individuals on site, not just employees. Work safety products including

SafeWork NSW continues to urge workplaces to maintain vigilance in the area of safety measures around mobile plant and vehicles, after two grave incidents occurred within a span of five hours. The use of comprehensive work safety products such as WHS management systems, SWMS, and strict adherence to safety policies are pivotal in managing these

Through Return to Work Victoria’s Innovations program, substantial financial backing is being provided following a robust $50 million commitment. This is geared towards tackling the most problematic barriers in returning to work and facilitating an expedited re-entry of injured personnel into their workplaces. Despite the recognised benefits linked with returning to employment – encompassing enhanced

On 6 March, Willoworks Pty Ltd was subjected to penalties in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court after conceding guilt to a single offence of failing to ensure a risk-free and secure workplace under its stewardship. The court also commanded them to settle $4,210 as costs. The circumstance highlighted that Willoworks, while building four triple-storey townhouses in

The Mansfield Magistrates’ Court heard about the case involving Koala Cherries Pty Ltd on Wednesday, 5 March. The company is under an Enforceable Undertaking after facing multiple charges related to breaching work safety practices. These include two counts of neglecting to provide a safe working environment for their staff, one instance of not supplying necessary