Following on from my previous Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) Blog in July. The next logical process would be for an organisation to develop a safe work instruction for routine work activities. Generally, these documents have different names, such as safe work instructions (SWI), safe or...

The recently released WorkSafe Victoria Compliance code for Hazardous manual handling is an important jigsaw piece in the risk management of work that may cause Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD). It provides practical guidance on how to comply with the specific obligations under Victoria's o...

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...

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...

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...