Work Health and Safety

A fire blanket in the workplace can be a simple and inexpensive piece of emergency equipment, but it is sometimes overlooked when businesses consider fire safety. This is particularly common in offices, staff kitchens, lunchrooms and meal rooms. A business…

Over the last couple of months, I’ve had several conversations with senior managers and business owners about WHS management and implementing effective work health and safety processes. And one issue keeps coming up. Time. “I know we need to do…

When we think about providing a safe workplace, we often focus on the obvious things – machinery, electrical equipment, slips and trips, or manual handling. But the work environment itself can create risks. Remote and isolated work, along with exposure…

Most businesses have an emergency evacuation plan. They have exit signs, evacuation diagrams, fire extinguishers and an assembly point. But there is another question every business should consider: Can every worker and regular workplace occupant actually evacuate safely in an…

WHS management can be challenging for business owners and senior managers, particularly when there never seems to be enough time to stay on top of everything. Over the last couple of months, I’ve had several conversations with business owners and…

A Practical Guide for Australian Small and Medium Businesses  Providing a safe workplace is not only about machinery, procedures and PPE. Employers also need to make sure workers have access to suitable workplace facilities and that the physical work environment…

Construction projects bring together contractors, subcontractors, workers, plant, equipment and changing site conditions. Add temporary electrical supplies, power tools, extension leads, switchboards, overhead powerlines and underground services, and the potential for a serious electrical incident can increase quickly. This is…

Damaged electrical equipment can present serious risks in almost every workplace. From power tools and extension leads to office equipment, kitchen appliances and battery chargers, it is easy to assume that if something still works, it is safe to use.…

Electricity is an essential part of every workplace, but it also presents one of the most serious workplace hazards. Every year, Australian workers are seriously injured or killed due to electric shock. While safe work practices, regular inspections, and properly…