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Reflecting on Tragedy: Lessons in Workplace Safety from Manly Incident

The tragic loss of a labourer in Manly, just before the long weekend, is a stark reminder of the risks associated with overlooking safety protocols, especially in hazardous work environments like roof spaces. It serves as a powerful lesson, underlining the crucial importance of thorough risk assessment and effective safety measures in the workplace. The

2024-04-02T12:51:45+11:00

The Dangers of Lithium Batteries and Safe Disposal Practices

A couple of recent articles in the Newcastle Herald about lithium batteries have highlighted the need for us to discuss the dangers to our local community. Lithium batteries have become an indispensable power source in our modern lives, fuelling everything from smartphones to electric vehicles. However, alongside their convenience comes the potential for danger if

Reflecting on Tragedy: The Ballarat Mine Collapse

It has been days since the devastating mine collapse in Ballarat, Victoria, yet the shockwaves of the incident continue to reverberate through the community. The tragic loss of life and the critical injuries sustained by miners have prompted deep reflection on the safety practices within the mining industry. The incident, which occurred at the Ballarat

Pallet Jack Incident

A tragic incident occurred at a workplace in Adelaide's northwest, resulting in the death of a 62-year-old man. The man was loading products onto a truck when he fell backward, causing a pallet jack to fall on top of him. Prompt action from apprentices at a nearby business helped lift the machinery off the victim

2024-03-26T12:55:39+11:00Tags: , |

Asbestos Contaminated Mulch

A taskforce has been established by the NSW government to address the discovery of asbestos-contaminated mulch in various sites across Sydney, including schools, parks, hospitals, and supermarkets. Premier Chris Minns has raised concerns about potential contamination at hundreds of sites in Sydney. While contamination has been found in Sydney and some regional areas, authorities in

Fairy Bower Machinery Incident

In a tragic workplace incident in Rockhampton, a man in his 30's suffered a severe injury to his arm after it became trapped in machinery. The injured worker was rushed to Rockhampton Hospital in a serious condition for urgent medical treatment. This unfortunate event highlights the importance of prioritising workplace safety measures to prevent similar

2024-03-27T10:31:07+11:00Tags: , |

SA Power Station Lead Exposure

Several workers, including AGL employees, at Torrens Island Power Station in South Australia have experienced elevated lead levels, prompting concerns about safety breaches during the decommissioning process. The discovery of lead, initially mistaken for asbestos, revealed inadequate safety measures, lack of training, and no formal procedures for handling lead at the site. Workers, unaware of

Landmark CoR Case

A transport manager was sentenced under the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) for a 2020 crash on Melbourne’s Eastern Freeway that resulted in the death of four police officers. The national operations manager of a transport company received three years' jail time, over $100,000 in penalties and costs, and a 12-month prohibition from similar roles.

2024-03-27T10:43:03+11:00Tags: , , , , |

Local Maitland Business Fire

We are saddened to hear of the fire at a local business in Maitland earlier this morning. Thankfully, there seems to be no indication that anyone was injured. With the damage, there will still be a significant portion of the interior that will need to be refurbished, resulting in potential disruption of services and other

2024-03-27T10:57:28+11:00Tags: , , |
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