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Stress session to improve return to work strategies

Friday 21 November 2008

WORKSAFE Victoria is holding an interactive session to help employers gain a better understanding of workplace stress.


Ageing workforce needs support

Monday 10 November 2008

ACCORDING to the writers behind the Return to Work Matters website, the current financial storm is hitting superannuation hard, meaning a longer stay for an ageing workforce, and associated OHS issues.


Case study: John Holland program improves performance and safety

Tuesday 21 October 2008

ACCORDING to the Kids Foundation, organisers of the 2008 Injury Free Day, businesses should prioritise health and safety, even if they cannot see obvious financial returns.


Work-life balance key to retain skilled employers

Friday 19 September 2008

CONVERGE International says the work-life balance is even more important than salary in attracting and retaining staff.


Helping mature-aged workers return to work

Thursday 18 September 2008

WORKSAFE Victoria is holding an interactive forum in Melbourne on 23 September, aiming to provide information on how mature-aged workers can return to work after an injury or illness.


Contractor safety conference

Monday 25 August 2008

LIQUID Learning is holding its second Annual Contractor Safety Alignment Conference in Melbourne on 17 and 18 September 2008.


Six months to get used to new fatigue laws

Monday 04 August 2008

SOUTH Australia will be implementing a transition period to help truck drivers get used to the new fatigue management regulations.


Six-year-old’s safety solution a points the way

Wednesday 23 July 2008

WORKSAFE Victoria says it has received the youngest-ever entry to its WorkSafe Awards, claiming if a six-year-old can improve safety, so can industry professionals.


Announced: safety intervention program for Victoria

Monday 14 July 2008

WORKSAFE Victoria has announced its safety campaign plans for the next 12 months, with particular focus on eight metropolitan and eight provincial areas to be targeted for inspection.


Fall from heights safety report

Monday 21 January 2008

WORKCOVER NSW has announced the immediate availability of a report from the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC) for the transport industry.


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