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In a tragic incident that underscores the critical importance of work safety protocols, a 26-year-old labourer tragically lost his life after being hit by an active front-end loader engaged in the transport of recycled materials. The accident occurred around 9.45 am while using complex machinery, highlighting the dire need for comprehensive WHS management systems like […]

Safe Work Australia’s recently released WHS profile dedicated to electricians provides insight into the diverse types of risks typically encountered within their profession. This information is critical for understanding potential workplace hazards, and underscores the need for work safety solutions such as Bluesafe SWMS and WHS management systems. Utilising detailed data from Safe Work Australia’s

The latest updates from WorkCover Queensland reveal an alteration to its Public Health Services Table of Costs, as reported through the Queensland Government Gazette. The new costs will become applicable from 1 July 2024. With these changes, all subsequent invoicing for public health services commencing from the aforementioned date must strictly align with both the

On Wednesday, 17 July, SafeWork NSW will conduct a complimentary forum in Orange, hosting close to 100 Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) to further their understanding of workplace consultation. SafeWork’s gathering, spread out between 9am to 1pm at the Waratah Sports Club located at 34 Telopea Way in Orange, aims providing attendees with practical guidelines

This National Farm Safety Week, SafeWork NSW is advocating for the state’s 81,000 agricultural workers to prioritise safety in their work operations, highlighting that safety should always come first. There has been a significant increase in reported agriculture industry safety incidents in New South Wales (NSW) over the years. In 2013, there were 149 cases,

Australian Work Health and Safety Strategy 2023-2033: A Comprehensive Analysis The recently released baseline report of the lauded Australian Work Health and Safety Strategy 2023-2033 outlines the fundamental Work Health and Safety (WHS) context for Australia as we navigate into 2023. This pivotal document, underpinned by the highly effective Bluesafe WHS Management System, “the Strategy,”

Cattle management has been identified as a leading cause of workplace fatalities on Victoria farms, with six losses since 2018. Over the same timeframe, in excess of 240 individuals have suffered injuries severe enough to warrant workers compensation whilst working with cattle. In conversation with WorkSafe regarding his South Gippsland beef enterprise, farmer Peter Miller

On the 5th of July, the Ballarat Magistrates’ Court handed down a sentence to Watertank Solutions Victoria Pty Ltd. The company pleaded guilty to two counts of not providing and maintaining a safe work environment. In addition to the verdict, they were ordered to cover $3,960 in legal fees. Watertank Solutions Victoria had a job

Are you considering how your organisation will recognise National Safe Work Month this October? Foster a culture of work health and safety by assembling your squad, socialising, and initiating an engaging discussion over a beverage that suits your preference. This initiative inherently highlights the significance of functionalities like Bluesafe SWMS (Safe Work Method Statements) and

Bluesafe SWMS is supporting Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) as it embarks on a statewide operation to mitigate major incidents within the state’s potentially hazardous construction sector. This mission focuses particularly on integrating effective work safety products such as WHS management systems, SWMS, and policies to guarantee all-around safety. Between July and September 2024,