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When Does a Business Need a Safety Management System?

When Does a Business Need a Safety Management System? Regulatory Requirements: While Safety Management Systems aren't explicitly mandated for all workplaces in Australia, legislation imposes a duty of care on businesses and Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU) to control health and safety risks. Implementing a Safety Management System helps meet these obligations and

October Safety Month: Lighting the Way to a Safer Workplace

At Red Insight, safety is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in guiding businesses and their people towards safer, healthier environments, much like a lighthouse guiding ships away from danger. This October recognised as National Safety Month, we're shining a spotlight on the importance of creating a proactive, empowered safety culture within

Tottenham Forklift Fatality

Our hearts go out to the family of the victim and the entire Tottenham community after the devastating workplace accident at a warehouse in Melbourne late last week. The loss of life under such tragic circumstances is deeply saddening. Our thoughts are with the loved ones of the 63-year-old forklift operator who lost his life

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

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

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

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

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

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