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Are you trying to satay up to date with work health and safety news relevant to your business. Safetysure publishes as selection of articles to improve your work safety performance
Are you trying to satay up to date with work health and safety news relevant to your business. Safetysure publishes as selection of articles to improve your work safety performance
We live in a world designed for sitting. From long hours sitting at work to evenings spent on the couch, sedentary behaviour has become an integral part of modern life. While this may seem harmless, research increasingly shows that prolonged sitting can lead to significant health risks, including metabolic dysfunction, cardiovascular issues, and even [...]
Examining Lauren Vercoe v Local Government Association Workers Compensation Scheme [2024] SAET 91 and its implications for remote safe work. The recent South Australian Employment Tribunal (SAET) case, Lauren Vercoe v Local Government Association Workers Compensation Scheme [2024] SAET 91, has sparked critical discussions on employer liability and workplace safety in remote work environments. [...]
In warehouse environments, racking safety is essential for protecting the lives of employees and protecting the . The recently published NZ tragedy where a storeman lost his life in a racking collapse serves as a harsh reminder of the critical need for robust safety measures around warehouse racking. As warehouse operations grow and demands increase, [...]
Staying informed about legislative changes is crucial for businesses to ensure compliance and protect their employees. The recent Queensland Work Health and Safety and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024 (WHSOLA Act) brings significant updates aimed at worker protection, enhancing consultation processes, and revising insurance policies related to work health and safety penalties. This article [...]
The recent award of a $545,000 fine against a plastics manufacturer for serious safety failing highlights the importance of acting on legal work safety notices issued by work safety regulators and ensuring systems are in place for managing work place risks. In this article we examine issues of workplace safety compliance that led to [...]
A horrific traffic management accident at a warehouse leased from South Port in Bluff New Zealand, involving McLellan Freight Limited, Transport Services Southland Limited, and Herberts Transport Limited, serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of effective traffic management planning and safe processes. In February 2017, a tragic accident resulted in the [...]
The critical role of specialist asbestos consultants in advancing asbestos education has been underscored by the launch of an important asbestos resource. This initiative, part of the 10th annual National Asbestos Awareness Month campaign by the Asbestos Education Committee and Advocacy Australia, focuses on providing crucial knowledge to those frequently encountering asbestos in residential [...]
Safetysure, a leading work health and safety consulting firm, has solidified its commitment to the advancement of workplace health and safety by upgrading it status as a Silver Member of the Australian Institute of Health & Safety (AIHS). This important membership status underscores Safetysure’s dedication to fostering safety standards and safer work environments across [...]
Work Health and Safety in Australia: A Closer Look at the 2023 Statistics Australia's workplaces have seen a significant number of traumatic injuries over the past decade, leading to both fatalities and extended absences. A staggering 1,850 traumatic injury fatalities and 1,140,000 serious workers’ compensation claims indicate a profound impact on the nation's workforce. [...]
We've analysed the changes to the Work Health and Safety Amendment Bill 2023 and what they mean for organisational compliance. The Work Health and Safety Amendment Bill 2023, alters the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW) and the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017 (NSW). Here are some key takeaways. Incorporation of the [...]