New asbestos checklist for tradies
30 November, 2016As part of National Asbestos Awareness month (which ends today) tradies are invited to remain vigilant when working on projects which may contain asbestos materials. To help identify potential hazards, you can download the 'Residential checklist for tradies — a tradesperson's guide to asbestos-containing materials in domestic properties' PDF file from the Asbestos Awareness website.
Work-related fatalities — how does your industry fare?
31 October, 2016Safe Work Australia has published the latest Work-related Traumatic Injury Fatalities report, providing details on the number of people who have died in Australia from work-related injuries.
New EPA standards for construction waste
27 October, 2016The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has released public consultation draft amendments to improve the quality and quantity of re-usable construction and demolition (C&D) waste material in NSW.
A sign of things to come
18 October, 2016Telogis and Nissan Europe have partnered to offer next-generation connected vehicle technologies and services to Nissan commercial customers in Europe. (It is not known at this time when the agreement will flow through to Australian vehicles and fleets.)
Anti-bullying framework for building safe workplaces
18 October, 2016Workplace bullying is a serious issue and a major risk factor for anxiety and depression.
Toyota Hiace rear glass safety issue
17 October, 2016The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is advising drivers of Toyota Hiace long wheel base vans that there may be issues with the vehicle's rear window.
White card scam uncovered
23 September, 2016A joint investigation by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and New South Wales Police has resulted in the arrest of a Sydney man, who police will allege has been selling health and safety 'white cards' to unqualified construction workers, according to an ABC news report.
Clarifying the role of a QTP
22 September, 2016Queensland's Electrical Safety Office (ESO) has been working with the state's Electrical Licensing Committee to publish guidance information for contractors and qualified technical persons (QTPs), which clarifies the functions and role of a QTP.
Backing for ABCC on the up
21 September, 2016Support for reinstatement of the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) is gaining ground, with the Australian Mines and Metals Association (AMMA) now weighing in. According to a statement released by the group, Australia can no longer afford to have the cost of construction inflated by 20–35% through "industrial relations bullying and lawlessness".
Conviction and fine over worker death
19 September, 2016Essential Energy has been convicted and fined $300,000 for failing to comply with its duty of care for workers, following the death of a 47-year-old man in 2013.
How well are you managing WHS?
09 September, 2016If you are managing a small business, probably not that well, according to a new report from Safe Work Australia (SWA).
Do you know which standards affect your project?
01 September, 2016Do you know every standard referenced in the Australian National Construction Code (NCC) related to residential premises? Standards referenced in the NCC fall under the NCC's Deemed-to-Satisfy provisions and compliance with these standards represents the most common method of satisfying the NCC performance requirements.
Workplace relations reform needed for resources industry
08 August, 2016The Australian resource industry has urged the Turnbull government to put "fundamental workplace relations reform" back on the political agenda.
Manslaughter charges laid over electrical death
14 July, 2016Manslaughter charges have been laid four years after the death of Jason Garrels, who was killed in heavy rain on a building site in central Queensland.
Get across the minimum wage increase
28 June, 2016Increases to award rates and the national minimum wage are due to take effect from the first full pay period starting on or after 1 July 2016. If you are an employer, you'll need to ensure you are across the changes.
