Safety
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Australian Government partners with councils to combat illegal asbestos disposal
The Australian Government has developed a new guide in conjunction with councils to combat illegal asbestos disposal. The publication of the guide coincides with National Asbestos ... -
Government launches the Think Twice About Asbestos campaign
Australians are urged to think twice about asbestos disposal this National Asbestos Week (21-27 November 2022) as the Australian government launches the Think Twice About Asbestos ... -
Pro-Vis AR App focuses on Mental Health Matters
The newly released AR Interactive – Power, Electrical & Renewable Energy Guide to Safety 2022/23 endorsed by the National Safety Council of Australia (NSCA) and supported ... -
SafeWork NSW to issue on-the-spot fines for breaches
New regulations will allow SafeWork NSW to issue on-the-spot fines for existing electrical work and asbestos offences through an amendment to the Work Health and Safety ... -
Electrical hazards, asbestos to watch out for in Victorian flood clean-up
Victorians in flood-affected areas are urged to be alert for unexpected hazards in the workplace and fully assess the risks involved when commencing any clean-up activities. ... -
Pro-Vis AR App focuses on crystalline silica regulations with new safety guide
The new Pro-Visual AR Interactive – VIC Construction Site Safety Guide 2022/23, produced in tandem with the Civil Contractors Federation (CCF), has been released. The new ... -
SafeWork NSW targets Central Coast work sites
SafeWork NSW has cracked down on dangerous construction site work practices with a targeted operation on the Central Coast last week. The three-day operation focused on ... -
Protecting Australian from asbestos and knowing your obligations
The Asbestos Safety and Eradication Agency has launched a new information campaign informing residential property buyers, sellers, renters and landlords of their responsibilities and rights when ... -
Machinery and construction show, Dig Deep to raise funds and awareness for mental health
Victoria’s newest machinery and construction show, Dig Deep, is raising funds and awareness for mental health in the construction industry with all profits going to Beyond ... -
CFMEU: ACT construction must improve silicosis control measures
The ACT government’s newly announced work health and safety reforms for silica dust are critical to trying to control the scourge of the deadly lung disease, ...
