WHS Insider Newsletter - A safety crisis in the making?

The WHS Insider Newsletter is sent out every Monday to work health and safety professionals and executives across Australia. Email it to co-workers and team members to stay up to date with Australian WHS laws and regulations.

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WHS Updates

• Safe Work Australia emphasise monitoring environmental conditions and worker health and safety, particularly during prolonged exposure to heat or cold. Link
• SafeWork NSW report that JD Projects was fined $180,000 for exposing 12 workers to the risk of death or serious injury during a construction project. Link
• SafeWork NSW legal cases where two company directors were acquitted of charges related to breaches of officer due diligence duties under WHS Laws. Link
• SafeWork NSW release a downloadable tool to help construction employers manage psychosocial hazards and ensure workers' psychological safety. Link
• SafeWork NSW issue a safety alert urging businesses to safeguard nut butter mill machines with exposed moving parts to prevent serious injuries following a recent incident. Link
• Workplace Health and Safety Queensland investigate an incident at Norville Pool with the Queensland Police Service. Link
• Workplace Health and Safety Queensland host a free webinar on November 28 to educate about identifying and safely handling asbestos in homes built before the 1990s. Link
• WorkSafe Tasmania host 53 events during WorkSafe Tasmania Month in October to promote work health and safety. Link
• WorkSafe Tasmania conduct a statewide survey to help establish a benchmark for creating and maintaining mentally healthy workplaces. Link
• WorkSafe Victoria investigate a fatal incident at a Victorian worksite where a subcontractor was killed by a wind turbine blade. Link
• WorkSafe Victoria launch their first Certificate in Intelligence Practice with Neil Quarmby and Intelligence Rising. Link
• WorkSafe Victoria warn that the holiday season is the most dangerous time of year for retail businesses due to increased customer traffic and work demands. Link

WHS Compliance

Highlight - First Aid and PPE Suppliers

Workplace first aid and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is essential for reducing workplace injuries. Reliable suppliers provide the necessary gear to safeguard employees from hazards specific to their roles and industries.

Brenniston - Specialises in workplace safety equipment, including first aid kits, high-visibility clothing, and PPE such as gloves, masks, and eye protection. Known for their focus on Australian standards compliance. Link

WHS Information

Accessing reliable work health and safety (WHS) information is essential for Australian businesses striving to create safe and compliant workplaces.

Why work health and safety (WHS) is so important?

The importance of workplace health and safety extends far beyond simply following rules and regulations. It forms the foundation of successful businesses, shapes organisational culture, and directly impacts both individual lives and national productivity. Link

WHS Trends

Staying informed about work health and safety (WHS) trends is vital for businesses aiming to adapt to evolving risks and regulations.

Are smart glasses for delivery drivers a safety crisis in the making?

Amazon’s latest technological leap - smart glasses for delivery drivers - promises efficiency but could be opening Pandora’s box of workplace safety concerns. Codenamed “Amelia,” these Echo Frame-based devices might revolutionise delivery speeds, but at what cost to worker wellbeing? Link

WHS Moves

• Cameron Lucas joins WorkSafe Victoria as Director RTWV Performance from his previous role as Senior Consultant at Finity. Link
• Hayden Beven leaves SafeWork NSW as Director Transformation and Change to join AUSTRAC as National Manager Digital Transformation. Link
• Miranda Fenton joins WorkSafe Tasmania as a Project Manager, previously working as an Associate at Cognizant. Link
• Dean Mortimer, Senior Project Manager at WorkSafe Victoria, announces his departure to join the Transport Accident Commission (TAC). Link

WHS Jobs

• SafeWork NSW seeki a Director Authorisations & Verifications. Link
• SafeWork NSW seek a Director Transformation and Change. Link
• WorkSafe Victoria seek a Manager Payroll Services. Link

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