Safety
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GBCA to host a masterclass for electrifying existing buildings
The Green Building Council Australia (GBCA) will be running a masterclass that answer questions about electrifying existing buildings and more. Held on 10 April from 12:30pm ... -
Fine increased for roofer that failed to manage falls risk
A fine imposed on a roofing company that failed to protect a worker from a four-metre fall has been increased more than fivefold following an appeal. ... -
Released NSW SPS to cover electrical apprenticeship supervision
The Supervision Practice Standard (SPS) for the electrical industry has been released, covering appropriate supervision requirements, levels and ratios for the supervision of electrical apprentices. The ... -
SafeWork NSW delivers $900K in fines during fall from heights blitz
Close to $1 million in fines have been issued at the halfway point of SafeWork NSW’s 12-month blitz on falls from heights. The Working at Heights ... -
Electrician fined after leaving live switchboard in classroom
An electrician contracted to install air-conditioning units at a Sunshine Coast school has been fined for leaving a live switchboard exposed in a classroom. The contractor ... -
Essential tips to ensure your team’s safety this summer season
As Australia approaches the peak of summer it’s important to understand the health risks associated with outdoor work, particularly the risk of skin cancer from prolonged ... -
Energy Safe New Zealand finds unsafe socket outlet with insulation-piercing construction
Energy Safe New Zealand reports that a socket outlet with insulation piercing construction has been identified as unsafe. The Energy Safety team had been notified that ... -
SafeWork NSW: Builders, construction businesses urged to work safely as the year comes to a close
With the Christmas holidays fast approaching, SafeWork NSW is urging site managers and workers to not rush or cut corners when it comes to meeting end-of-year ... -
Tradies must plan safety strategies for the summer months
SafeWork NSW is urging workers and businesses to start planning for how they will stay safe with predictions for a scorching summer to soon set in. ... -
National Asbestos Awareness Month enters tenth year
Australia’s tenth annual National Asbestos Awareness Month has released an asbestos education resource to help save lives. National Asbestos Awareness Month’s Asbestos 101 for Residential Property ...
