Employees are consistently failing to fulfill their duties to provide a safe workplace, with eleven per cent of construction workers not provided with hearing protection by their employee. The shocking statistic comes from a 2015 Safe Work Australia report titled Work Health & Safety Perceptions: Construction Industry. However the problem goes beyond the construction industry, with […]
One of the world’s most accomplished BASE jumpers and wingsuiters, Australian Chris “Douggs” McDougall is increasingly being engaged by high risk workplaces to drive a safe culture among workers. With some 4000 BASE jumps and 7200 skydives to his name, Douggs has – for over 20 years – been successfully and safely competing in what […]
If your workplace is storing hazardous materials you are legally required to identify ways to eliminate or minimise associated risks. Key risks of storing dangerous goods include escape or spillage of goods, fires or explosions resulting from dangerous goods, and self-reacting goods, according to the SafeWork NSW Code of practice on managing risks of hazardous […]
The agriculture industry has one of the highest rates of workplace death and injury in Australia. Research from The University of Sydney found that between January 1 and December 31, 2016, approximately 63 people died from non-intentional injury on farms. Tractors, machinery and quad bikes were reportedly responsible for the most deaths. Other risks include […]
Vital aspects of crane safety include effective communication and emergency planning while cranes should be used only on stable ground and in safe weather conditions. Crane safety is as much about preparation as execution. Preparing for crane operation includes understanding the undertaking, choosing the appropriate vehicle, and hiring an experienced operator. What constitutes a crane? […]
It is the responsibility of the user to always inspect PPE before use to ensure it is in good working condition. Some critical PPE has an expiry or “best before” date, after which its ability to deliver the protection it was designed for is compromised. Safety harnesses, hard hats, disposable respirators and sunscreen are four […]
Wherever chemicals or liquids other than water are being stored and handled in the workplace, appropriate spill containment systems must be used to protect the environment. A common spill control used is bunding which is “an embankment or wall of brick, stone, concrete or other impervious material, which forms the perimeter and floor of a […]
It is well known that maintaining healthy gut bacteria improves your physical wellbeing but there is increasing evidence linking poor gut health to mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. The Black Dog Institute reports that one in six Australian workers suffers from mental illness, costing employers an estimated $8,025 annually per person. Mental […]
