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Chain of Responsibility (COR) breaches can be serious
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has prosecuted successfully a national company for overloading a gravel truck 120 per cent above the statutory limit. Both the loader manager and the truck driver were casual employees and the outcome, in the South Australian Magistrates Court, is seen as a Chain of Responsibility (COR) win. The National…
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What NOT to do if a Worksafe inspector visits
A man has been convicted and fined $3500 for assaulting a WorkSafe inspector at an Elwood construction site. WorkSafe inspectors have the right to undertake the following action when visiting a workplace: Ask you, your employees or other people questions. Take photographs, recordings and measurements. Take items away with them for examination, testing or for…
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Psychological safety
Meeting WHS obligations in the retail environment is more that just addressing the physical hazards. Safety also includes psychological safety. This article has some good tips for all types of workplaces, not just retail.
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7 common workplace practices that put employee safety at risk
There are a number of commonly overlooked workplace practices which are putting the health and safety of employees at risk. According to SAI Global and the latest data from Safe Work Australia, 40 per cent of claims have been made by employees in administration, professional services, sales, community work and management. SAI Global audits reveal…
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Mental health: Safety basics
Work Safe Victoria have some great info on mental health in the workplace. It’s a serious issue https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/mental-health-safety-basics
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Quad bike safety on farms
WorkSafe Tasmania has released a handbook for quad bike safety on farms https://www.worksafe.tas.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0010/342577/Quad_bikes_on_farms.pdf
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Feedback on changes to WHS Requirements
The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Business SA’s parent organisation, is seeking feedback from small business owners and senior management on proposed Work Health and Safety changes (WHS). Check it out here on Business SA’s website
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National Farm Safety Week
Quad bike safety is a big focus of Farm Safety Week. In the eight years from 1 January 2011 to 31 December 2018: There were 128 quad bike fatalities in Australia. Almost 11% (14 fatalities) were children aged 11 years of age or under and more than one‑third (43 fatalities) were adults aged 60 years and over.…
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