A shed company in Victor Harbor, South Australia, has been fined $90,000 after a worker fell through a roof, sustaining serious injuries. The worker fell 3.61 metres from a shed…

NT WorkSafe recently issued new guidance material on managing the risks of fatigue when driving heavy vehicles.The new guide is intended to assist heavy vehicle owners and operators in the…

One of the most common OHS-related challenge for businesses in Western Australia is adapting to a new suite of legislative changes around psychological risks, however, many small to medium size…

A fruit and vegetable wholesaler has been fined $50,000 after a worker was struck by a load falling from a forklift at its Breakwater warehouse in Victoria. Geelong Citrus Packers…

As we embrace the holiday spirit, it's crucial to recognise that the festive season can bring about various challenges at home, especially for those grappling with loneliness, relationship issues, and…

An increase in claims for noise induced hearing loss (a larger increase than any other claim type) has highlighted the growing impact that noisy tasks and working environments are having…

(14 December 2023) New psychosocial regulations- external site under the Work Health and Safety Act 2012 are coming into effect on 25 December 2023.  Psychosocial hazards are hazards that may cause…

On 13 December 2023, WHS ministers representing the Commonwealth, states and territories agreed to Safe Work Australia’s recommendation to prohibit the use of engineered stone to protect thousands of workers…

01 Dec 2023 Under the model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act you are responsible for the health and safety of labour hire workers if you: engage labour hire workers…

01 December 2023 New regulations to help workers and employers manage the risk of psychological injuries and illnesses in the workplace will come into effect this month. The changes to…