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Barwon Health encounters two indictments pursuant to Section 23(1) of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, due to a failure in ensuring – as was feasibly practical – that individuals other than its employees were not exposed to safety and health hazards. With an effective WHS management system like Bluesafe WHS Management System, such risks […]

In an alarming development, Flow Smart Vic Pty Ltd is under serious scrutiny for potentially infringing section 21(1) of the Occupational Health and Safety Act. This Act stipulates a company’s responsibility to maintain and offer a safe work environment, highlighting the importance of incorporating safety measures such as ‘Bluesafe WHS Management System’. The allegations against

Fireworks, classified as explosives under the law, are strictly regulated in Victoria. Purchasing or using them without appropriate licensing in place – either on public land or private property – is an offence. Emphasising the grave consequences of illegal fireworks usage was WorkSafe’s Executive Director of Health and Safety, Sam Jenkin. The recent Kalkallo tragedy

The Frankston Magistrates’ Court deliberated on a case involving Winslow Infrastructure Pty Ltd on Thursday 19th of December. The company was under an enforceable undertaking for two charges that they were facing; one for neglecting to secure a safe workplace and the other for not guaranteeing that plant machinery operations were conducted safely, without posing

The Minns Labor Government is rolling out an initiative across New South Wales construction sites to bolster psychological health and enhance safety at work. This drive, recognized as the ‘Healthy Minds, Safer Sites’ campaign, sees inspectors disseminating advice and resources to control psychosocial hazards. These refer to work elements and situations that potentially trigger a

WorkSafe Victoria and SafeWork NSW officers unearthed numerous threats to work safety during a focused operation on various construction sites situated in and around Mildura. From 18-22 November, the joint operation closely analysed 36 building sites for potential hazards. The WorkSafe inspectors conducted 22 site visits, issuing equal numbers of improvement notices, including ten related

SafeWork NSW is escalating its scrutiny on bars, clubs, and pubs by increasing inspections throughout the state as the holiday season approaches. These inspections are part of efforts by the NSW Respect at Work Taskforce to address harmful workplace behaviours brought about by gender-bias. Companies need to proactively implement WHS management systems and policies like

An unfortunate incident in which a 50-year-old man was discovered unresponsive in a low-oxygen cool room designed to preserve apples underlines the vital importance of following work health and safety guidelines. The incident occurred after his vehicle was identified parked nearby, engine still running. In response to this tragedy, Gvip Storage Pty Ltd now faces

In a pivotal ruling delivered at the Melbourne County Court, Gate Automation Systems Pty Ltd was convicted and penalised on account of neglecting to ensure the safety of individuals beyond its direct employees. This case illustrates the critical role of WHS management systems, like Bluesafe SWMS or Bluesafe WHS Management Systems, in maintaining occupational health

Chris Miller’s association with his work at ATSICHS Brisbane (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Health Service) is profoundly ingrained in a cultural connection, one enriched by family history. As a devoted family support practitioner, he found himself fuelled by the desire to provide unwavering support during their most difficult times. His commitment to aiding