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NOPSA investigates Christmas fatality on offshore vessel

Thursday 08 January 2009

THE NATIONAL Offshore Petroleum Safety Authority is investigating a fatal accident which occurred on Christmas Eve 2008 on board the Karratha Spirit facility.

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‘Tis the season to be cautious

Wednesday 07 January 2009

WORKSAFE WA has reminded workers and employers to keep safe when returning to work after the festive season.

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Double trouble: two companies fined over skylight fall

Wednesday 07 January 2009

TWO companies have been fined over an incident in which a young worker fell 4.5m through a skylight.

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Queensland minister urges safety boost in mines

Tuesday 06 January 2009

QUEENSLAND Mines and Energy Minister Geoff Wilson has urged mining industry chiefs to lift safety standards in the state’s mines, with particular attention to workers using heavy machinery.

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Toilets to help truckies reduce fatigue

Tuesday 06 January 2009

NINE toilet facilities will be installed in key rest areas across the south west of Queensland, in a bid to help heavy vehicle drivers reduce fatigue.

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Two-day course on advanced injury management

Tuesday 06 January 2009

IFAP is holding a two day course on advanced injury management in mid-January 2009.

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Summer sun warning for outdoor workers

Monday 05 January 2009

WORKCOVER NSW has issued a warning to employers and workers who work outdoors to protect themselves from the sun this summer.

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Contractors fined for construction site fall

Monday 05 January 2009

THE HEAD contractor and subcontractor at Rhodes Corporate Park construction site have been fined a total of $343,500 for an incident where a 19 year old fell 15m on the site.

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High safety standards found in WA construction sites

Monday 05 January 2009

A WORKSAFE inspection program of construction sites in WA has revealed some areas of concern, but generally good compliance standards.

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Returning to work after injury made easier

Thursday 18 December 2008

A LEADING rehabilitation group has released a series of tips to improve outcomes for employees returning to work after workplace injuries.

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