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During Queensland’s Asbestos Awareness Week from 25th November to 1st December 2024, the spotlight will shine on the risks associated with utilising high-pressure water hoses on asbestos cement fixtures. This includes surfaces such as roofs, walls and fences. In recent times, particularly over the prior 12 months, there have been multiple instances of individuals and […]

Employers hold a critical responsibility of maintaining a healthy and safe environment for all personnel. As such, Safe Work Australia has initiated a fresh information sheet for employers emphasising on effective communication with the multicultural and migrant worker base regarding work health and safety — an integral part of implementing efficient WHS management systems. The

In Australia, every individual holds the deserving right to maintain good health and stay safe within their workspace. The pivotal role of WHS management systems in ensuring a secure and healthy work environment cannot be downplayed. Bluesafe SWMS is an excellent example of how Work Health and Safety policies are effectively managed. The effort towards

Have you experienced the profound effects of a serious workplace incident or fatality? Are you considering transforming your experience into a catalyst for positive change? You might be ready to join the esteemed ranks of the Consultative Committee, armed with the Bluesafe WHS Management System or Bluesafe SWMS. The Office of Industrial Relations is welcoming

Stelkea Pty Ltd, operating under the name of Australian Diving Instruction, was adjudicated in Geelong Magistrates’ Court on Thursday 14 November with no conviction, despite acknowledging culpability for failing to maintain a safe workplace. The company received an order to pay costs totalling $4,386. In an unfortunate incident at their Drumcondra establishment in October 2022,

Watch the informative video from SafeWork NSW Silica Taskforce Inspectors as they meticulously carry out their duties on site. Don’t miss the exclusive interview with Kyle Goodwin on this critical issue. Through a determined effort, the Minns Labor Government has taken assertive steps towards protecting lives by issuing over 100 improvement notices to stringently enforce

On National Agriculture Day today, SafeWork NSW appeals to individuals in the farming sector to affirm that their workspaces are safe. They are also encouraged to actively implement strategies to lessen psychosocial dangers within the workplace. We would like to emphasise they can employ work safety products such as Bluesafe SWMS and WHS management systems

Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulators in Victoria and NSW are joining forces to help Mildura’s construction industry tackle workplace dangers before they result in injuries. The Bluesafe SWMS (Safe Work Method Statements) can play a critical role in this effort by standardising safety procedures. Between the 18th and 22nd of November, inspectors from WorkSafe

Reports indicate a tragic incident occurred recently where a 47-year-old woman was discovered by her colleagues, pinned under machinery while working alone. Despite being airlifted to hospital, she sadly succumbed to her injuries. In light of the incident, Worksafe is leading an in-depth investigation. It’s crucial that businesses recognise the importance of robust Workplace Health

Inflatable recreational devices like jumping castles and slides are crowd-pleasers at community events, including school fetes, sports activities and other festivals. However, if not properly set-up, manoeuvred and supervised, they can present a significant safety threat. WorkSafe’s Executive Director of Health and Safety, Sam Jenkin, brought to light the discovery by inspectors of dangerous setups