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Death Of A Truck Driver: Eu Requires Massive Safety Overhaul
After a driver was killed by an unattended forklift while securing a load of timber, the employer entered into an enforceable undertaking to deliver on a comprehensive raft of safety strategies.
Anonymous tipoffs see employer slugged for six safety offences
Three dangerous incidents one after the other triggered safety concerns and reports that led to an employer’s conviction in court and the imposition of heavy fines.
Which takes precedence: reasonable management directions or employee’s safety concerns?
In a case of unfair dismissal, the Fair Work Commission examined whether safety concerns justified an employee’s refusal to follow orders.
Health And Safety Representative Entitled To Payment For Whs Inspections On Days Off
The NSW Industrial Relations Commission ruled that a health and safety representative must be paid for WHS inspections conducted on days off, highlighting the entitlement to compensation for necessary inspections outside scheduled hours.
How often should safety committees meet?
A health and safety committee is an important part of many organisations.
Young Worker's Hand Crushed After Safety Systems Bypassed
A serious workplace injury highlights the devastating consequences of bypassing machine safety systems. Find out how a young worker’s crushed hand led to a significant fine, and why strict adherence to safety regulations is non-negotiable.
Crushed by Complacency: How Ignoring Safety Procedures Cost $270K
A risky job done by an untrained worker with damaged equipment and no specific guidance; what could possibly go wrong? Read why a court found that simple, inexpensive measures could likely have prevented the accident.