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New HSW Handbook Chapter Approval: HSW collaboration with other organisations (including co-location)

Posted on Jan 6 2020 by Rebecca Stonor

As previously advised, this new HSW Handbook chapter “HSW Collaboration with other organisations (including co-location)” has been drafted to meet the requirements of section 46 of the WHS Act 2012.

New online information session - hazard management

Posted on Dec 12 2019 by Rebecca Stonor

A new online information session has been uploaded to the HSW website.

HSW Handbook Consultation: Smoke-Free University

Posted on Dec 6 2019 by Rebecca Stonor

Human Resources have been working on a revised version of the Smoke-free University HSW Handbook chapter.

Temporary ban on travel to Hong Kong

Posted on Nov 21 2019 by Rebecca Stonor

At this time to ensure the ongoing safety of staff and students, the University has invoked a temporary ban on travel to Hong Kong.

HSW Handbook Approval: gas cylinders and compressed gases FAQs

Posted on Nov 15 2019 by Rebecca Stonor

The HSW Team have revised the FAQS for Gas cylinders and compressed gases, to guide workers and supervisors in general precautions and emergency responses.

HSW Stakeholder Communication – HSW collaboration with other organisations (New chapter)

Posted on Nov 5 2019 by Rebecca Stonor

Following a recent discussion at the HSW Community of Practice, it was identified that there have been instances where the University and another organisation have a collaborative project and arrangement in place, but the responsibilities for HSW have not been clearly defined at the commencement of the project. This becomes problematic during day-to-day operations and especially in the event of a re-portable incident (e.g. a Notifiable Occurrence), as neither party may have clear understanding of whom is responsible for what components of safety.

Elevating work platforms – SafeWork SA

Posted on Oct 31 2019 by Rebecca Stonor

This Safe Work Month, SafeWork SA are raising awareness on managing the risks associated with Elevating Work Platforms (EWPs). Three information sheets have been created to assist workers operating this machinery.

HSW stakeholder consultation – revised HSW Policy

Posted on Oct 21 2019 by Rebecca Stonor

The revised HSW Policy has now been posted on the HSW Website.

HR Tips Q3 2019 - Checking the fine print

Posted on Oct 3 2019 by Simone Patterson

Is this the employment contract I need?

National Safe Work Month is here – ‘Be a Safety Champion’

Posted on Oct 2 2019 by Rebecca Stonor

This National Safe Work Month we ask you to ‘Be a Safety Champion’ and commit to building safe and healthy workplaces by promoting the importance of ensuring health at safety at your workplace.

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