Where there are cars, trucks or forklifts at your workplace there is a risk that they will collide with people. Those who work with or near vehicles are most at…

Jump to: Vehicle hoists Vehicle jacks Vehicle ramps and stands Further information Vehicle hoists Risks associated with vehicle hoists include: failure of lifting equipment can cause crush injuries or fatalities…

Bending, stretching and reaching movements – either with high, sudden, repeated or sustained force – can lead to stress on the body, muscle strain, overexertion and injuries. Carrying out work…

This industry includes: mechanics auto electricians crash repairs and spray painting wheel and tyre fitting engineering vehicle manufacturing parts suppliers. Most common hazards and injuries People working with vehicles are…

Appropriate and effective supervision is vital for apprentices and trainees while undertaking their qualification and employment. The supervision of apprentices and trainees is a significant responsibility for any employer so…

There are three types of asbestos licences: An asbestos assessor licence allows the licence holder to carry out air monitoring during Class A or Class B removal work and to…

Asbestos was widely used as a building material until banned in the 1990s. If you are undertaking work on an older home or commercial property it may contain asbestos materials.…

As with any recreational water activity, there are significant and serious risks associated with snorkelling and diving. To help snorkel and dive operators assess and reduce the risks, we’ve released Snorkel…

The work performed aboard commercial vessels at sea brings inherent risk and Australia has seen a number of fatalities as a result of man overboard (MOB) incidents. Rural Industries Research…

  Marine distress flares (parachute flares, red hand flares or orange smoke flares) are classified as explosives. All flares carry an expiry date and must be replaced on or prior…