Updated Regulations for Smoke-Free Workplaces in South Australia
The South Australian Government has enacted the Tobacco and E-Cigarette Products (Smoking bans) Amendment Regulations 2023, effective from…
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Prohibition on the use of engineered stone
Crystalline silica and silicosis Prohibition on the use of engineered stone Questions and answers about the prohibition on…
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Student injured after shackle failure on playground
SafeWork SA is reminding businesses who own playground equipment to ensure that the equipment is regularly inspected and…
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Shocking work practices spark warning
SafeWork SA has received numerous notifications in recent months including electric shocks to two apprentices in October. On…
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Forklifts and pedestrians don’t mix
SafeWork SA Inspectors responded to the December incident after a reversing forklift knocked the worker to the ground,…
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Watch your step on fragile roofing
19 January 2023 An incident that resulted in serious facial lacerations to a licensed asbestos removalist when he…
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High-low crane lifts create multiple risks
28 February 2023 A crane crew in South Australia has been issued a prohibition notice after piggy backing…
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Covering all angles to grind safely
Serious burns to a worker after his shirt caught fire was among 23 incidents involving angle grinders reported…
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Truck roll-away prompts safety warning
21 September 2023 An incident where an unoccupied truck rolled about 200 metres before crashing into a business…
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Incorrect use of flammable liquids
12 October 2023 A recent incident where a farm worker received serious burns when using a flammable liquid…