Maximum fines for some breaches of Western Australia's Dangerous Goods Safety Act and other legislation could be doubled to reflect "community expectations", while resources employers that have had a serious safety incident in the last three years are being advised to prepare for a visit from the prosecutor.
"Over-induction" and rushing linked to injuries; NSW and WA regulators issue work function and heat warnings; and Fuel safety alert issued in Queensland.
SWA's assessment of Qld's WHS plan ongoing; and Essential safety and workers' comp news from seven jurisdictions.
Risk assessment overlooked during system change in WA; Carcinogens don't discriminate, says angered Green; and ACT appoints Industrial Magistrate for safety matters.
Start date confirmed for heavy vehicle safety laws; Tasmania's safest employers announced; and New safety alerts and guidance released in five jurisdictions.
Most hazardous time of year for workers fast approaching; and Essential safety news from six jurisdictions.
Unions WA has called for the State Government to stop "bludging" and "get on with harmonising occupational health and safety laws", with Safe Work Australia's latest comparative report showing Western Australia's safety record is poor.
WA employers handed $363k bill after tyre death; and WA DMP releases incident report and two new guidelines.
Electronic fatigue diaries improve safety, but privacy issues raised; NHVR reviewing disaster-inquiry recommendations; Two work deaths linked to forklift attachments; and Safety rebate program expanded to cover bigger NSW businesses.
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