#Work Safety
How you can prepare for workplace accidents
We all know that accidents can, and do, happen. According to the Oxford dictionary, an accident is “An unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly and unintentionally, typically resulting in damage or injury”. And unfortunately, many of these accidents happen in the workplace. As an employer or manager, no matter what the size of your company, your […]
Better air quality for your workforce: creating a safer environment in your facility
Air quality is a big deal wherever you happen to be, but if you are trying to ensure the safety of your workers, it understandably becomes of paramount importance that you manage to create a safe environment with adequate ventilation. Here is a look at some of the steps you might need to take so […]
Retail details: Store safety strategies for workers and customers
Being a business owner involves ensuring that the workspace provided for employees is safe at all times. When the business that is owned is some type of retail center, the responsibility for providing safety extends to protecting the consumer. A variety of safety hazards can arise in almost any situation, in ways that may not […]
Unions pushing to make Company Directors liable for workplace death
Company Directors should be fined and/or imprisoned for up to 20 years as a result of workplace death, according to a new call to action from the Australian Council of Trade Unions.
Businesses called to take part of Mentor Program
WorkCover NSW is asking businesses across the state to take part in the free WorkCover Mentor Program, designed to get medium and large-sized business working with small business to better identify safety issues.
Work-related injuries and illnesses decline
Less Australians are experiencing work-related injuries and illnesses, according to figures released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
Sydney construction eyed by WorkCover
WorkCover NSW has today launched a safety program focusing on Sydney’s construction sites.
6 rules for dealing with workplace accidents
Accidents happen. If one of your employees gets injured, it can have a big impact on your business. Following some simple rules can make all the difference when you have a workers compensation claim.
6 ways to promote a healthy workspace
When you spend 40 hours a week (or more) doing work in a repetitive manner it can become problematic to health, especially the work involves a computer. Here are some basic steps that act as preventative measures against office-induced injuries.