Safety + Injury Management Blog

The Fair Work Commission recently found that the dismissal of a Sydney bus driver for using his mobile phone while driving was unfair because of the employer’s unclear safety policy.

Although evidence is forever evolving, and can be conflicting at times regarding this topic, its well known that sitting for prolonged periods can be damaging to our health, even if exercise is a...

Running a successful business is no easy task, but there is nothing more satisfying that when it goes well. Building and developing your own successful company is a truly great accomplishment that...

Certification is highly regarded as a solid demonstration of best practice, and reflects a robust safety system. Key benefits of a fully implemented safety system include;

Prepare your Body for Work poster helps to remind employees how they can reduce the risk of injury by simply warming up and stretching various parts of the body. Pictures with clear instructions...

Asbestos in the workplace is a serious issue. Did you know that WorkCover safety inspectors issue on-the-spot fines to businesses that appoint unlicensed asbestos removalists or licensed asbestos...

In September this year, the then Minister for Employment, Senator Eric Abetz, announced a trial of the Fit Note by around 400 GPs in the Australian Capital Territory. Senator Abetz would like to see...

With summer just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to ensure that you are meeting your work health and safety obligations with a policy to protect your employees against solar ultraviolet...

The Case of Brett McKie v Al-Hasani & Kenoss Contractors Pty Ltd 2015 offers guidance on how to exercise due diligence as an officer under model WHS Act 2011. (Applicable to all states and...