Author: San Williams
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Fine increased for roofer that failed to manage falls risk
A fine imposed on a roofing company that failed to protect a worker from a four-metre fall has been increased more than fivefold following an appeal. ... -
SafeWork NSW delivers $900K in fines during fall from heights blitz
Close to $1 million in fines have been issued at the halfway point of SafeWork NSW’s 12-month blitz on falls from heights. The Working at Heights ... -
Report results aim to increase women in construction
A report making key recommendations to boost the number of women working in construction across NSW has been released. The Building Commission NSW Women in Construction ... -
Standards Australia launches mobile app
Standards Australia has launched a mobile app to help industries prioritise safety at an accessible price point as cost-of-living pressures continue to affect the broader economy. ... -
Feed4ward app released to protect tradies
The Feed4ward app has been released, reversing the normal review strategy for businesses. Commonly, teams and businesses are put on the line following a job falling ... -
Nominations open for the 2024 Standards Awards
Nominations are now open for Standard Australia’s 2024 Standards Awards, in recognising Australian individuals, accredited Standards Development Organisations (SDOs) and committees who have made significant contributions ... -
HIA: Skilled tradespeople shortage hurting long-term building target
A pre-budget submission from the Housing Industry Association (HIA) has reported the Federal Government’s target of building 1.2 million homes over the next five years will ... -
Intertek releases Intertek Inform
Intertek has launched Intertek Inform, providing standards and regulatory solutions to facilitate faster market access. The increasing demand for quality, safety and sustainability means that access ... -
SureCan brings safer and more efficient re-fuelling
SureCan has brought safer and more efficient re-fuelling with a unique way to refuel machinery and equipment. While all other fuel cans on the Australian market ... -
Top five legal pitfalls for tradie business owners
There are lots of risks when running your own business, big or small. To help tradies stay on top of their business game, Helen Kay reveals ...
