Workplace Safety Equipment Feature Articles for Australian Industry

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Mid-North Coast meat processing business fined over worker's death 8/17/2017

A mid-North Coast meat processing business has been fined $375,000 over the death of a worker at its Frederickton plant in 2015.

Harnessing the power of technology to support safety 8/10/2017

Drones, apps, computer simulations and the power of social media are supporting safety in construction by providing new ways to investigate incidents and share safety best practice. ...

Vic recycler convicted and fined $150,000 after worker loses hand 8/3/2017

A recycling company has been convicted and fined a total of $150,000 following an incident in Coolaroo, Victoria in 2014 in which a worker lost his right hand in an aluminium bailer. ...

Vic inspections to focus on scaffold safety 7/27/2017

Builders and contractors are being urged to make scaffolding safety a priority on Victorian construction sites after a string of serious injuries and near misses in recent months.

Vic manufacturer fined over $22,000 after ignoring WorkSafe notices 7/20/2017

A Moorabbin furniture manufacturer who failed to address WorkSafe notices to fix serious safety breaches has been convicted and fined more than $22,000.

SafeWork NSW announces construction industry safety crackdown 7/7/2017

SafeWork NSW has recently announced a safety crackdown on the construction industry, following a recent spike in serious injuries to workers on Sydney building sites.

Vic worker dies after 4.3m fall from ladder 5/25/2017

A man who fell 4.3m off a ladder at a construction site in Maidstone on Friday has died in hospital.

New minimum training standard for elevating work platforms in SA 5/18/2017

South Australia has introduced a new minimum standard of training to reduce the risk of injuries and fatalities for workers using elevating work platforms.

Report shows serious workers' compensation claims continue to fall 5/11/2017

The Australian Workers’ Compensation Statistics 2014-15 report provides detailed workers’ compensation statistics, including preliminary claim data for 2014-15 and an analysis of ...

$250,000 fine for manufacturing business after work experience injury 4/13/2017

A Coffs Harbour manufacturing business has been fined $250,000 after a 17 year old work experience student was injured in August 2014.

New campaign to improve workplace safety: SafeWork NSW 3/2/2017

SafeWork NSW has launched a new $3.2 million campaign aimed at making NSW the safest state to work in Australia.

Alternatives to making stairs in your workplace safer 2/9/2017

Accidents while using stairs are no laughing matter. And, considering that these normally occur from an altitude above your workplace, damage and injury is certainly be cause for ...

Engineering business fined $225,000 over worker's death 1/19/2017

A mechanical and engineering business has been fined $225,000 over the death of a worker at its Cobar workshop in 2014.

Vic workplaces urged to do more after horror 2016 1/12/2017

Victorian workplaces must do more in 2017 to prioritise safety following a horror year in which 26 people lost their lives at work.

ACT and NSW join forces to improve construction industry safety 12/15/2016

A new project to improve safety in the construction industry on either side of the NSW/ACT border was launched by WorkSafe ACT and SafeWork NSW recently.

Managing risks of naturally occurring asbestos safely in regional NSW 12/1/2016

The NSW Heads of Asbestos Coordination Authorities (HACA) recently launched a new educational video for people living and working in regional areas about the risks of naturally ...

What is a Work Related Muscular Skeletal Disorder (WMSD)? 11/20/2016

Work related muscular skeletal disorder is an umbrella term that describes a wide range of injuries sustained by workers. Reducing the likelihood of these conditions is paramount ...

Avoid the pitfalls of workplace functions 11/17/2016

As many businesses and employees throughout NSW prepare to hold end of year celebrations, NSW Fair Trading and SafeWork NSW have come together to warn workers to be aware of their ...

Young workers vulnerable to workplace injuries 11/17/2016

Young workers are particularly vulnerable to workplace injuries and employers should prioritise safety discussions and training to reduce their risk of injury.

How much are muscular skeletal injuries costing you? 11/9/2016

Worker injuries from overexertion and repetitive task movement impose heavy costs on companies and their employees. Incorporating the zero G technology in your work methods helps ...

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