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Employees are really starting to question if they are working for an employer that values them. People are wanting choice – they want a choice of how to work and when to work, and they want to choose
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With an estimated 25,000 cases occurring out-of-hospital each year, sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) presents as one of the most prevalent health risks facing Australians today. However, it is possible to
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A Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) is a portable respiratory system that uses a battery powered fan to filter ambient air in the operator’s environment and deliver the clean, filtered air to th
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Pudu Robotics, a global leader in service robotics, has partnered with Deloitte to unveil a pioneering white paper titled "Open Full-Stack Intelligent Service Robot Ecosystem." This report is the firs
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Retail workers are the face of our communities. From supermarkets to service stations, chemists to convenience stores — they keep our economy moving and ensure people have access to essentials every d
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Expert interviews, actionable insights, and thought-provoking conversations on what it really takes to build safer, smarter, and more people-focused organisations. It’s the world of Health and Safety,
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Frontline workers are the backbone of every industry. So when they’re dissatisfied, it doesn’t just hurt morale, it hits the bottom line. Our recent Feedback from...
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Submissions for the 32nd National Safety Awards of Excellence have been extended to Friday 13 June, at 9am. The NSCA Foundation and HSI Donesafe 32nd Annual National Safety Awards of Excellence nomina
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We sat down with Bruce McKinley, National Training Manager for Festool, as he discussed launching a new product, EXOActive, at the Workplace Health & Safety Show in Melbourne, and why events like that
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Workplace Health & Safety Show Champions of Safety Awards seek to recognise the industry's role models and talented professionals and showcase its varied career opportunities. The awards aim to attrac
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Unlock a clear blueprint to uplift employee wellbeing and safety with confidence.
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The Workplace Health and Safety Show (WHSS) addresses the mining industry's urgent need to manage psychosocial health risks amid rising regulatory pressure.
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Recent data suggests that approximately 8% of employed Australians admit to illicit polysubstance use, including cannabis, cocaine and ecstasy. Male dominated industries with young workforces such as
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This isn’t your typical “check-the-box” session. It’s a practical, no-nonsense guide for WHS Managers, HR leaders and frontline supervisors who need real-world tools.
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Employee mental health is an important issue in organisations of all sizes. How to create mentally healthy workplaces?
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Safe Work Australia data indicates that in 2023, 200 workers in Australia were fatally injured at work, and workers made 139,000 workers’ compensation claims for serious injuries or diseases (2022-202
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Leading the way during National Safe Work Month, Workplace Health & Safety Show kicks off on 23 October 2024 at The Dome, Sydney Showground. On the back of a highly successful event in Melbourne earli
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Studies on training have often shown that the most successful learning is sensory. As is commonly understood, many employees and contractors struggle to engage and learn from text heavy training or tr
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The role and weight of effective safety leadership has never been more significant. Persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs), or employers, carry both moral and legal obligations to ensure
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At the core of every safe workplace is an effective Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) management system. For health and safety professionals, site managers and business owners, understanding the es
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Over the last few years, Australian workplace safety has improved, with rates of work-related injuries and fatalities declining. However, there’s still room for improvement. Safe Work Australia report
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The Australian Workers Compensation Statistics for 2020-21 reveal that hazardous materials are responsible for 14% of all serious claims (amounting to almost 19,000 claims). Chemicals and chemical pro
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Ensuring Workplace Safety SafeWork NSW Inspectors are key players in maintaining workplace safety and compliance in New South Wales. They ensure businesses follow work health and safety (WHS) laws, pr
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Several key factors are driving this rapid evolution in the Health & Safety space: Changing Work Environments: Thanks to everyone’s favourite pandemic, the world was forced into remote work (where app
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These challenges can choke the effectiveness of fire safety training programs and restrict the amount of employees that your business can train on fire safety. What if we told you there's a way to rea
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Understanding Fingerprint Drug Testing Fingerprint drug testing involves analysing sweat from the fingertips to detect the presence of drugs such as cannabis (THC), opiates, cocaine, and methamphetami
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The Ripple Effect of Fatigue Management Proper fatigue management leads to fewer injuries and accidents at work but also contributes to better health, job satisfaction, and work-life balance. Workers
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Dave Burroughs (the Principal Psychologist, Founder of Australian Psychological Services and the Chief Mental Health Officer for Westpac Group) has over 15 years of expertise in the psychological heal
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A Safe Work Australia report revealed that between 2020-2021, a staggering 1.9 million weeks of work were lost as a result of worker injuries. In addition, businesses incur costs of more than $5 billi
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But the financial hit is just part of the story. Frequent absences disrupt workflows, put extra pressure on other team members and hinder overall productivity. The ripple effects can be felt across th
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Are there ways to minimise potential losses? Absolutely. For employers, being proactively involved in WorkCover cases not only reduces the financial impact on your business, it also fosters a supporti
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“Leaders are a critical dependency in the success of any strategic approach to improving workplace mental health outcomes,” explains Kate Connors, Chief Mental Health Advisor at Elemental Coaching & P
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A RTW Coordinator’s responsibilities include: Monitoring Recovery Progress: Track the injured worker’s recovery and readiness to return to work. Developing and Implementing RTW Plans: Formulate person
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WashDrones (an Australian supplier of wash drone systems and services) presents a solution, with a specially designed drone that takes a hose to height and carries out washing and cleaning – more safe
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The solution is to build capability by "learning in the flow of work." This innovative approach integrates learning directly into employees' daily activities, allowing them to acquire new skills and k
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What is an Ergonomic Assessment? Ergonomics is the study of people’s efficiency in their working environment. It aims to design workspaces in order to suit the user’s needs, therefore reducing the ris
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Presentation Highlights Our presentation was delivered by two of our highly experienced exercise physiologists (EPs), Zara Khan and Sung Lee. The talk focused on the importance of proper manual handli
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Safety: A Core Life Value The initiative underscores that safety is intrinsically linked to our core values—family, health, financial stability, and freedom. It stresses that safety is not just about
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Bad hiring and how I learnt the hard way. My journey as a physiotherapist and business owner for over a decade has taught me a lot about the complexities of workplace health and safety. Early on, I
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The introduction of NSW’s Industrial Manslaughter Bill in June this year means hefty penalties for individuals and businesses found guilty of manslaughter – prompting employers to take a more proactiv
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1. Conduct Pre-Placement Physical Exams Before you hire someone for an non-desk based role especially roles where machinery or heavy equipment is being operated; you must have a good understanding of
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ecoPortal is sponsoring the Knowledge Hub – a two-day education program that’s part of Workplace Health & Safety Show (Sydney, 23-24 October 2024) and provides insights and practical knowledge to cham
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An industry prone to mental health issues The construction industry is fraught with challenges, including rising operational costs and labour shortages. Industry organisation, Master Builders Australi
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“We were genuinely overwhelmed by the positivity of the event and the great feedback we received from suppliers and attendees from across the Work Health and Safety community. “What is clear is that t
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Understanding High Workload – Why is it relevant? The consequences of an excessive workload are far-reaching, affecting both physical health and mental wellbeing. Research highlights health risks asso
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Your employees’ health and wellness should always be top priority; not only is it the right thing to do, but failing to meet expectations could lead to potentially costly repercussions. Your respons
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At FitWorker360, I've witnessed firsthand the transformative power of pre-employment assessments in revolutionising how organisations approach hiring and mitigate their risk of future costs to their b
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Research shows that people drive better and more safely when in a 'flourishing state' – happy and better equipped to engage with whatever they encounter while on the road.2 So here are three simple ye
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Picture this: a diligent employee consistently demonstrates qualities like reliability, problem-solving prowess, and a knack for fostering collaboration. These attributes catch the eye of higher-ups,
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