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New obligations were introduced in Victoria in November 2021 aimed at protecting workers from exposure to deadly Crystalline Silica dust. There was a phased approach to the introduction of the regulations to give you enough time to prepare for the changes to your duties and obligations.  However, the 15 November 2022 deadline for the introduction of the remaining Victorian Crystalline Silica Regulations is fast approaching. What does this mean for you?

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By mainadmin
on 15 Aug 2022 12:49 PM
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Compliance Update: Amendments to WHS Laws
On the 6th June this year Safe Work Australia announced major amendments to the model Work Health and Safety Act and model Work Health and Safety Regulations. Whilst the amendments cover a range of issues, there are two key changes you should be aware of. They are in relation to managing psychosocial risk and a proposed prohibition on insurance for penalties. How will these, and the other changes, affect you?
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By mainadmin
on 15 Aug 2022 12:31 PM
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Mitigating Risk With Inexperienced Workers

Australia is in the middle of one of its largest ever labour shortages. There is no doubt that many of you are struggling to fill vacancies for experienced staff. As reported by the Australian Financial Review1, almost one-third of businesses in Australia are having difficulty finding staff. This presents a safety challenge with inexperienced or young workers who will not be familiar with the risks and hazards related to their role.

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By mainadmin
on 15 Aug 2022 10:44 AM
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Federal vs State – Do We Have The Balance Right?
OHS (or WHS outside Victoria) is principally a state and territory responsibility. The Federal Government supports national organisations such as SafeWork Australia which is important for establishing national standards including the workplace exposure standards. The change of Federal government may influence the way in which some or all of these organisations operate and their funding.  
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By mainadmin
on 15 Aug 2022 10:34 AM
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Mould: The Invisible Danger Of Water Damage
After an extreme weather event, it is difficult to know where to start the clean-up. The feeling of being overwhelmed can make it hard to digest conflicting information, much of which is incomplete and can leave you exposed to unforeseen risks.
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By mainadmin
on 06 Apr 2022 10:41 AM
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The Lesson From Flaming Luxury Cars
The fire on the carrier ship Felicity Ace, carrying many luxury cars including electric cars, has prompted us all to have another look at how we store and use lithium batteries.
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By mainadmin
on 06 Apr 2022 10:34 AM
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Don’t Let Complacency Affect Your Workplace
People are vaxxed out after having several COVID vaccinations. The concern is that, combined with almost no flu last year, they will drag their feet about having a Flu Vaccination.
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By mainadmin
on 17 Mar 2022 12:55 PM
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Asbestos Back In The News
The importation of asbestos is again finding its way into the news. In March, Border Force tested four shipments of imported products and all four were found to contain asbestos, whilst in September asbestos was found in building materials imported from China. This appears to be a continuing issue and one that puts Australian workers at risk from uncontrolled exposure to working with asbestos containing materials.
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By mainadmin
on 26 Nov 2021 3:32 PM
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New Crystalline Silica Regulations In Vic
As we now understand, working with engineered stone can lead to deadly lung and respiratory diseases – including silicosis. Sadly, since the beginning of the year, Victoria has had four workers die from silica related illness and WorkSafe has accepted 59 claims for silica related diseases. New Regulations that came into effect on 15th November aim to reduce these numbers. The new regulations will also introduce additional oversight of high-risk crystalline silica work across all industries, including construction and earth resources.
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By mainadmin
on 26 Nov 2021 3:22 PM
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A Holistic Approach To Worker Health
JTA has seen an increased focus from regulators, government agencies and proactive organisations in seeking out a holistic approach to worker health management. Organisations looking to conform or align to AS/NZS ISO 450001 can incorporate a Health and Hygiene Management Plan into their management system.
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By mainadmin
on 26 Nov 2021 3:05 PM
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