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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 […]

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

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.

In a noteworthy verdict in March 2024, the Geelong Magistrates’ Court imposed a fine of $12,500 without conviction on Bounce Australia Pty Ltd. The company had pleaded guilty to two charges of inadequately ensuring the health and safety of persons other than employees. The trial emphasised the vital role of work safety products such as

In a significant ruling handed down today in the Melbourne County Court, Misz Pty Ltd, which operates under the name Steel and Precast Erectors, pled guilty to one count of not providing a safe workplace free from health risks. This highlights the paramount importance of robust WHS management systems such as Bluesafe WHS Management System.

Despite significant advancements in work safety measures, Australian employees remain at high risk of occupational illnesses and injuries, as per recent data. Alarmingly, the number of on-the-job fatalities increased to 200 in 2023 from 195 in 2022, according to Key Work Health and Safety Statistics Australia 2024 published by Safe Work Australia. This annual publication

On Tuesday, 10 September, Sams Solar Pty Ltd was levied with punitive measures at the Portland Magistrates’ Court. The company pled guilty to one count of not maintaining and executing a safe work environment in accordance with Work Health & Safety standards. Furthermore, they were ordered to pay additional charges amounting to $6,026. The company

On the 4th of September, Askin (Vic) Pty Ltd faced sentencing at Dandenong Magistrates’ Court following their admission to a solitary count of incapacity to uphold and administer a safe work environment. The court imposed an unconfessed fine of $40,000 on the company and demanded charges of $4,350. This prosecution proceeded due to an incident

SafeWork NSW is imploring both employers and employees to actively foster an ‘R U OK?‘ culture on a daily basis, rather than merely annually. The objective here is to establish workplaces that ensure not just physical safety but also psychological well-being. It’s common knowledge that the emphasis of numerous business proprietors has often been limited

It is currently under investigation as to how a 36-year-old worker came into a fatal accident involving a winch while setting up a casting mould. Reportedly, the metal bucket holding a chain unexpectedly detached from the top of a gantry, subsequently hitting him on the head. The tragic event marks as the 29th confirmed workplace