Serious workers’ compensation claims continue to fall Posted onMarch 31, 2017May 18, 2017AuthorKathryn York According to the latest data released by Safe Work Australia, the rate of serious claims is falling but time lost from work is rising. Males account for 64% of claims with 90% of...
Workplace bullying Workplace bullying is repeated and unreasonable behaviour directed towards a worker or a group of workers that creates a risk to health and safety. It is a risk to health and safety because it may affect the mental and physical health of workers. Taking steps...
Latest figures from Safe Work Australia show five Australian workers died on the job in the first week of 2017. It has been a tragic start to the New Year for the transport sector, with three workers losing their lives in less than a week. The...
Young workers are particularly vulnerable to workplace injuries and employers should prioritise safety discussions and training to reduce their risk of injury. That’s the message from WorkSafe Victoria which has released new statistics revealing 49 young people aged 15-24 were injured every week in 2015/16. The statistics,...
Elimination of risk when refuelling portable equipment is absolutely essential for the safety of yourself and those around you. Vapours and spills can easily be ignited by hot engine parts, static electricity or other ignition sources, which can result in fires and explosions. Where possible, risk...
