News: HSW

Influenza vaccinations

flu vaccination

Each year influenza (flu) vaccine is developed to protect you against the most common strains of . Influenza disease can be very serious leading to complications such as pneumonia, myocarditis (inflammation of the heart), neurological conditions and other bacterial infections.

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2022 World Day for Safety and Health at Work and Workers’ Memorial Day

The 28th of April 2022 is World Day for Safety and Health at Work and Workers' Memorial Day – a day for reflecting on how occupational deaths, injuries, diseases and illnesses can better be prevented.

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Safety alert - unenclosed laser cutters

Online vendors are selling high powered lasers without adequate safety provisions.

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Site supervisor receives a conviction and personal fine of $10,000 over serious injury to worker

A site supervisor working for a land development company in WA has been personally fined under the WHS Act for not implementing the company safety procedures.

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Coping with anxiety as COVID-19 restrictions ease

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The easing of public health restrictions in South Australia on November 23rd, 2021, is a big milestone and something to celebrate.

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New HSW Information Sheets and Updated Health and Safety Representative (HSR) Portal

In alignment with the new Health and Safety Representative and HSW Consultation Chapter of the ³ÉÈË´óƬ’s Health, Safety and Wellbeing Handbook, new Health and Safety Representatives and HSW consultation information sheets (frequently asked questions) have been uploaded to the HSW website providing additional information and guidance on consultation processes and the role of HSRs.

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Updated Guidance Material: Managing the risks of working in heat

Some common risks of working in heat include heat-related illness, dehydration, burns and reduced concentration.

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