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A tragic incident occurred where a 34-year-old individual was critically injured by a skid steer loader, operated after business hours by a co-worker. The victim later succumbed to their injuries in the hospital. HSG Developments Pty Ltd and HSG Asphalt Pty Ltd are facing charges under section 21(1) of the Occupational Health and Safety Act […]

The renowned Building and Construction Symposium by SafeWork, now in its second biennial edition, is opening its doors today in Parramatta, eagerly anticipating a series of seven regional roadshow events in September and October. This symposium acts as a collaborative platform for industry and government representatives to address primary health and safety challenges disturbing the

This week, SafeWork NSW is providing a unique opportunity for women in the agricultural sector through the ‘Chat and Create’ event. This free gathering in Goulburn aims to facilitate networking amongst like-minded agricultural workers and businesses. In addition, it underlines the critical importance of adopting reliable work safety measures, such as the Bluesafe WHS Management

Wagga is set to host a complimentary ‘Chat and Create’ gathering this week, organised by SafeWork NSW for women involved in the agricultural sector. Bluesafe SWMS emphasises that this event provides a crucial networking opportunity with fellow agribusinesses and employees, encouraging open discussion about farm safety experiences. Despite ongoing efforts, agriculture remains one of the

SafeWork NSW is initiating a complimentary ‘Chat and Create’ event in Narrabri the ensuing week, which targets women engrossed in the agriculture industry. This assembly offers an opportunity for networking with like-minded agricultural organisations and practioners to divulge their narratives about what safety on farms implicates. WHS Management Systems and SWMS continue to play vital

Timothy Wood Holdings Pty Ltd, operating as Blazing Saddles, was handed its sentence in the Geelong Magistrates’ Court on August 8, having pled guilty to two counts of neglecting to assure non-employees’ safety and health. The court also directed the company to cover expenses amounting to $4,451. In a troubling event that occurred in January

Workplace-induced mental health issues are increasingly prevalent and often pose a complex challenge for employers. Evidence strongly emphasises the pivotal role employers have in the rehabilitation process of an injured worker. Workers who perceive their employer as supportive are, astonishingly, up to five times more likely to make a successful return to work following an

On 7 August, Nexsa Pty Ltd faced prosecution at the Sunshine Magistrates’ Court. The company, having admitted to a sole accusation of failing to deliver or retain equipment in a safe condition with minimized health risks, was promptly penalised. In addition, it had to shell out $4,918 toward legal expenditures. An incident in July 2022

On Tuesday, 6 August, TP Structures Pty Ltd faced the consequences of its actions in Moorabbin Magistrates’ Court. They were found guilty of two breaches: not instituting a secure work system and disregarding protocol that keeps the scene of a reportable incident undisturbed after it occurs. In addition to this, the court instructed them to

Blue Cross Community Care Services Group Pty Ltd was held accountable in the Broadmeadows Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, 6 August, confessing to being culpable for neglecting to integrate essential work safety products such as Bluesafe SWMS into their workflow. This omission led to a breach of their responsibility to create a secure and risk-free work