WorkSafe aims high for scaffold safety.  Available from <http://www.psnews.com.au/act/542/news/worksafe-aims-high-for-scaffold-safety> [Updated Thursday, 16 March 2017]  The safety of scaffolding on Canberra’s construction sites will be the focus for WorkSafe ACT inspectors this month. Commissioner for Work Safety, Greg Jones said falls from heights were one of the most common and debilitating accidents that could occur in…

New project to focus on safety of tree work industry by Reported by Haydee.  Available from <http://content.safetyculture.com.au/news/index.php/03/new-project-focus-safety-tree-work-industry/#.WNIWM2iGPDc> |[02:34pm, Monday 20 March, 2017] SafeWork NSW has launched a new project with the tree work industry to improve safety and protect workers and consumers. The Focus on Industry: Tree Work project is a Commerce Regulation Program initiative and…

Engagement Is Key to Improving Safety, Ergonomics and Wellness for Aging Workers by Scott B. Lassila, CSP, CSM, APS.  Available from <http://ehstoday.com/safety-leadership/engagement-key-improving-safety-ergonomics-and-wellness-aging-workers> [Mar 14, 2017] How effectively is your organization engaging its aging workers? The measures you take to understand and address the emerging needs of workers as they go through the aging process will go…

Three steps to ensuring HSWA compliance by Nicola Middlemiss.  Available from <http://www.hrmonline.co.nz/news/three-steps-to-ensuring-hswa-compliance-234083.aspx> [Mar 15, 2017] It’s less than 12 months since the Health and Safety at Work Act came into play so it’s understandable that some employers will still have concerns – here, one industry expert offers his advice so HR can ensure compliance. Terry…