Safe Work Australia

Get the kids involved in National #SafeWorkMonth! 😊 We have a range of activity sheets for young WHS enthusiasts. 📸 We’d love to see your activity sheets! Share them with us on social media by tagging #SafetyIsOurBusiness and we’ll share our favourites throughout October! 🎨 Download the activity sheets on our website- https://lnkd.in/gBWYhvaC

Workplace violence and aggression includes any incident where a person is abused, threatened or assaulted at the workplace or while they are working. Our new data report on workplace and work-related violence and aggression in Australia looks at the data to understand the prevalence, causes and impacts of violence in Australian workplaces. Swipe to discover to discover the key insights and check out the full data report on the Our Data. Your Stories website - https://lnkd.in/gEPpMH4S

#WorkerWednesday   As it’s Electrical Safety Week, we thought that we’d share some WHS data for those that work with electricity⚡   In the period 2012-2022, 72 Australian workers were fatally injured at work due to contact with electricity.   The frequency of serious claims for electricians that experienced electrocution and shock from electric currents is approximately 6 times greater than the average across all other occupations.   However, it’s not just electricians who are at risk from electricity. Almost all Australian workplaces include electrical hazards, and electrocution is a risk across all Australian industry sectors.   If you work with any kind of electrical appliance or around electrical installations, your PCBU has a duty to manage the risks associated with electricity.   Our Know your duties tool provides information on managing the risks of electrical hazards - https://lnkd.in/gvsempFG

Read our article in our August Quarterly News Update to learn more about the world-leading engineered stone ban, the new regulations for working with crystalline silica substances that are now in effect and find out about our supporting resources to help employers manage the risks at their workplace- https://lnkd.in/dwY4CcHP Receive our next Quarterly News Update direct to your inbox! Join our mailing list and choose ‘Safe Work Australia news’ from the list of topics-https://lnkd.in/geArTikz

Safe Work Australia has published amendments to the model Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations which will strengthen protections for workers at risk of exposure to silica dust across all industries, including building and construction. 📚 We have published resources to assist PCBUs understand and comply with their obligations under the amended regulations. All resources are available on our website: https://lnkd.in/gjSAMDK3

Today is the beginning of #WomensHealthWeek! 🚺 This week puts the spotlight on women’s health and wellbeing with the theme “Your Voice. Your Choice”. You must consult with your workers when identifying WHS hazards, assessing risks, and deciding how to manage them. By drawing on the knowledge and experience of women, PCBUs can make more informed decisions on how to best manage WHS hazards in a way that keeps everyone healthy and safe. Learn more about consulting with workers on our website- https://lnkd.in/gQyG-Gb2

Today is Wear It Purple Day! At Safe Work Australia, we believe in committing to a safe and supportive workplace where everyone feels included. Check out some photos from our Wear it Purple Day event to celebrate!

Mesothelioma is a form of cancer which is mainly caused by exposure to asbestos. Safe Work Australia funds the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) to manage the Australian Mesothelioma Registry (AMR). The AMR collects information on new cases of mesothelioma diagnosed in Australia since 2010 from the 8 state and territory cancer registries. The latest AMR report was released yesterday. Australia has one of the highest measured incidence rates of mesothelioma in the world. According to the report, 685 people died due to mesothelioma in 2022 – a rate of 2.0 deaths per 100,000 population. Although the cases included in this report are likely related to historical exposure, this research serves as a reminder for all workplaces that exposure to hazardous substances can affect workers’ health over a lifetime. Read the report to learn more - https://lnkd.in/gH5GNPaK #mesothelioma #cancer #asbestos

🚨 The August edition of the Safe Work Australia Quarterly News Update is out now! In this issue: ➡️ leading the world to protect workers ➡️ Australian WHS Strategy 2023-2033 Baseline Report ➡️ how SafeWork NSW is tackling workplace gender-based harmful behaviours with Christina Hey-Nguyen ➡️ counting down to National Safe Work Month 2024. Plus lots more! Read below or visit our website to download your copy- https://lnkd.in/dwY4CcHP

#WorkerWednesday Are you an apprentice or trainee? Apprenticeships and traineeships are types of formal training arrangements that combine work with study for a qualification in a trade or occupation. 👩🔧 Over the 5 years to 2020-2021, there were 11,490 serious workers’ compensation claims for apprentices and trainees. 1 in 3 of these claims where for wounds, lacerations, amputations and internal organ damage. 🩼 If you notice a safety hazard in your workplace, or you are concerned that safety practices are not being followed, you should talk about it with your supervisor, employer and/or health and safety representative straight away. You can also find information and support through your WHS regulator. See our website for further information - https://lnkd.in/gK83aTkP