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Preventing injuries in the workplace - 14.4.16

Work-related injuries cost the Australian economy an estimated $60.6 billion each year (4.8 per cent of GDP) according to Safe Work Australia. These injuries impose costs on employers, workers, and the community. The costs associated with work-related injuries vary depending on the severity of the incident. Most of the... Read more.

Earthmoving company fined $110,000 for work safety breaches - 5.4.16

The Industrial Court handed down a $111,000 fine plus court fees to an earthmoving company for failing to comply with providing a primary duty of care and for failing to comply with their health and safety duty, thereby exposing an individual to a risk of death or serious injury... Read more.

Woman’s arm severed by machinery - 21.3.16

A woman has lost her arm after it was severed by machinery at a Myrrhee business in Victoria on Wednesday afternoon. It is believed the woman was attempting to grab something attached to the shaft of the processing machine when her arm was pulled and detached. The Border Mail... Read more.

Safety campaign aims to show impact of serious injuries in the workplace - 1.3.16

A new public awareness campaign has been launched by WorkSafe Victoria showing how the impact of serious injuries in the workplace. The ‘Really Bad Day’ campaign shows the consequences for workers, employers, businesses, and workplaces when there is a workplace injury or fatality. WorkSafe Chief Executive Clare Amies said... Read more.

Death at work not acceptable, says WorkSafe Director - 11.1.16

WorkSafe Victoria Executive Director of Health and Safety Marnie Williams expressed her disappointment over the recent deaths of two workers in Victoria last week and once again reminded all workers and businesses the importance of making safety a priority. “This is a truly devastating start to 2016 and the... Read more.