Work-related musculoskeletal disorders on the rise
Workers undertaking repetitive movements and standing for prolonged periods of time experience the highest incidences of back pain,…
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Unions call for action on occupational violence against frontline workers
The Australian Workers Union (AWU) has called on politicians and industry to take action on occupational violence against…
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Balancing awareness and anxiety in OHS risk management
It is important not to pretend that there is zero risk of an adverse outcome when it comes…
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Grants of up to $25,000 for work health and safety initiatives benefitting women and young workers in South Australia.
SafeWork SA is inviting applications for the 2024 Augusta Zadow Awards. Health and safety initiatives supporting young workers and…
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Exemptions
Exemptions under the Act from prosecution for certain duty of care offences are: volunteers (unless they failed to…
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Landmark case sends warning to engineering firms
Farrell V Combe Pearson Reynolds Pty Ltd 22/05/2024 Two engineering firms are the first in South Australia to…
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Advisory Service
We’re committed to safe workplaces for all South Australians by providing free information, support and advice to improve…
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Near miss highlights dangers of unsecured lifting jibs
Safety alerts Let’s Talk Safety Public consultations Subscribe to news 10 May 2024 A recent near miss has…
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Snap audit reveals unhygienic loos on residential construction sites
16 May 2024 A snap inspection of portable toilets on residential construction sites has found most were unclean,…