This information bulletin has been produced for workers on nightshift by WorkSafe NT. Understanding the difference shift work makes to the way the body functions can help adjust to a different pattern of life. Why is shift work different from day work? The basic problem with shift work is having to work at times the [...]
Andrea Rowe has been a Safety and Risk Advisor with Safety Action Pty Ltd for five years. She has investigated many machine-related incidents and educated workers around the world in applying a ‘zero access’ standard to machinery safeguarding. Every day in Australia about two workers suffer an amputation. Australia’s work health and safety laws are some [...]
This is a must read article submitted by Bernie Althofer, one of our valued readers and contributors, Thank you Bernie! Imagine you are an officer from your organisation sitting in a Court, Commission or Tribunal and using that line to justify your actions or inactions in relation to a workplace death where workplace bullying was identified as [...]
Here is a fantastic message from Workplace Health and Safety QLD. It sounds so simple but, you’ll be surprised at how many workers fail to do so!!! Staying a safe distance from overhead powerlines can save lives, prevent injury and avoid costly damage, according to the Queensland Electrical Safety Office. When operating vehicle mounted cranes, [...]
Tracey Lloyd of Vireo Health Promotions shares some clever ways to improve workplace health, as well as some links to valuable resources …
Workplace Health and Safety Inductions are essential tools for organizations serious about meeting their obligations under workplace laws. Here are some key tips and guidelines …
One of our readers asked for more information on the ‘consultative process’ with staff when developing OHS Policies and Procedures …
By being aware and having a plan in place before an act of violence occurs in your workplace, you will have a far greater chance …
Trina at EVAC Services forwarded a press release on the new Fire Safety Rules now in effect in Queensland.
Revised building fire and safety regulation came into force on 1 July 2009 …
Here’s a mnemonic guideline for the old Walk and Talk.
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