WHS Insider Newsletter - Future of workplace safety training

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WHS Updates

• Safe Work Australia collaborate with the Australian Government to develop a Code of Practice to address work health and safety risks associated with AI and ADM. Link
• Safe Work Australia advise that the highest proportion of serious mental health claims are due to work-related harassment and workplace bullying. Link
• Safe Work Australia report 11,412 serious workers’ compensation claims for apprentices and trainees over the 5 years to 2022-23. Link
• SafeWork NSW add 12 new online Construction Advisory Workshops with eligibility for up to $1,000 under the Small Business Rebate program. Link
• WorkSafe Victoria collaborate with the Department of Education on a VET Trainer Career Pathway pilot to help industry professionals recovering from work-related injuries transition to careers as VET trainers in Victorian schools. Link
• WorkSafe Victoria complete 119 successful health and safety prosecutions and enforceable undertakings with $13.3 million in fines for safety breaches in 2024. Link
• Workplace Health and Safety Queensland simplify safety notifications by removing duplicate reporting with QBCC. Link

WHS Compliance Directory - Incident Reporting and Safety Software

Myosh provides comprehensive WHS software, including incident reporting, risk management, and safety training modules. It is widely used across industries for its flexibility and user-friendly interface. (Professional and Enterprises subscribers) Link

WHS Case Study - Revolutionising injury management in industrial manufacturing

In the complex world of industrial manufacturing, particularly within specialised hydraulic and pneumatic systems, workplace injuries can significantly disrupt small businesses. These dynamic physical requirements inherently increase injury risks, making robust injury management critical. (Enterprise subscribers) Link

WHS Information - Advanced risk control measures for dangerous machinery operations

Operating dangerous machinery presents significant risks, making it essential to implement advanced control measures that go beyond standard protocols. While most workplaces adhere to basic safety procedures, a deeper understanding of risk management can lead to better protection for workers, reduced downtime, and compliance with stringent Australian workplace safety regulations. Link

WHS Trends - Future of workplace safety training

The days of drab safety training videos are over. Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) are shaking up how workplaces approach safety education. Imagine donning a headset and being instantly transported to a simulated worksite where hazards appear in real-time, forcing you to make critical decisions under pressure. (Enterprise subscribers) Link

WHS Moves

• Aislin Campbell leaves Workplace Health and Safety Queensland, where she served as Chief Advisor - Psychological Health Unit and joins SafeWork Psychology as Director. Link
• Adriana Siddle leaves SafeWork NSW as Manager, Policy and Regulation, Respect at Work Taskforce to join Queensland Human Rights Commission as Director, Prevention Projects. Link
• Ru Watson leaves WorkSafe Victoria as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Consultant to join healthAbility in the same role. Link

WHS Jobs

• Fulton Hogan Egis Operations and Maintenance seek a QSES Manager (ICMS/HSEQ/Systems & Governance) in Sydney with a salary range of $140,000 – $180,000 per year. Link
• World Vision seek a Health, Safety & Wellbeing Lead in Melbourne with a hybrid working model. Link
• McMahon Services seek a WHSEQ Business Partner in Adelaide with a salary range of $120,000 – $130,000 per year. Link

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