Safe Work Method Statement [SWMS]

Posted by Andy Perry on 10 July 2018
Recently, HAZCON has been engaged to undertake several compliance audits across various constructions sites throughout Victoria. These compliance audits have identified that many employers or persons with management and control are trying to do the right thing and develop these documents f...
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Better work-related psychological health and safety

Posted by Richard Forster on 26 June 2018
Health promotion, intervention and support in the workplace has received a big boost with the publication of new guidance material by Safe Work Australia. It is entitled 'Work-related psychological health and safety - A systematic approach to meeting your duties.' Whilst it is aimed at...
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'Excavation Collapse' Are you protecting your workers?

Posted by Andy Perry on 29 May 2018
Recently, Worksafe Victoria has prosecuted and fined a company $380.000 after the pit collapsed, leaving homes teetering on the edge of a 10-metre drop. In addition, the sole director, was also convicted and fined $100,000. These are significant fines as the court heard that the company pu...
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Quick tips on being happier and healthier

Posted by Richard Forster on 15 May 2018
Why not discuss some of the following tips with your co-workers at a team meeting? You could then undertake some further research and devise some simple ways to make the workplace a happier and healthier work environment? Exercise regularly If time is an issue then search online for a ...
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Spill Response - Risk Based

Posted by Ian Good on 1 May 2018
HAZCON has been requested numerous times to develop and deliver spill response training as well develop site specific procedures to address spills. The one thing we come across in developing these materials is the multitude of possible scenarios that have to be anticipated and then respond...
 

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Crystalline Silica Legislative Changes

Posted by John Rochford on 18 November 2021
In response to the prevalence of silica related diseases throughout several industries, a review and halving of the workplace exposure standard by ...
 

WorkSafe Amendments 2021

Posted by Andy Perry on 3 November 2021
WorkSafe Victoria has recently introduced some additional powers and infringement notices, that may range from 2 to 10 penalty units. (Penalty Unit...
 

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