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26
Feb
Fines after excavation causes next-door building collapse
A company and its director were convicted and face total fines of almost $220,000 after a neighbouring building collapsed due to the company’s excavation works.
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31
Jan
Revised codes of practice
SafeWork NSW has adopted two revised model Codes of Practice (COP) – First aid in the workplace, and, Excavation work effective from 31 January 2020.
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20
Dec
Traffic control work
SafeWork public notices
Information on the changes to the Traffic Control Training (TCT) scheme transitioning from Transport for NSW (TfNSW) to SafeWork NSW.
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02
Dec
No stone unturned in major strategy on silicosis risks
A cross-industry strategy lead by SafeWork NSW has dramatically increased awareness of silicosis and standardised practices of exposure prevention.
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29
Nov
Rumble strips a welcome improvement to roadwork safety
Rumble strips help keep workers and motorists safe around roadwork sites.
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29
Nov
Paint manufacturer ordered to upskill senior staff in safety
Manufacturer ordered to upskill senior staff in safety after worker seriously injured.
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27
Nov
SafeWork NSW to visit transport industry to warn of fall risks
SafeWork NSW inspectors will be visiting businesses in the transport, distribution and warehousing sectors across Sydney/Metropolitan area as part of Falls from Heights Advisory Program aimed at reducing injuries related to falls.
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18
Nov
Amendments to the Work Health and Safety Regulation
SafeWork public notices