Odours and mould in buildings may be experienced by some people and if it persists, can generate high levels of concern in people living and working in that environment.  Poor indoor air quality (IAQ) can result from a number of causes such as  inadequate ventilation; poorly maintained ...

The Andrews Government has established the VAEA with a mission to remove all asbestos by 2020.
The Andrews Labor Government will establish a dedicated agency to target and prioritise the removal of asbestos in Government buildings across Victoria.
Minister for Finance Robin Scott toda...

HAZCON will be at the Total Facilities Expo at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from  6-7th April. Come and see us at Stand A37; we look forward to speaking with you.
Facility Managers can Struggle to Manage HSE in Many Buildings Facility managers often have a dif...

A number of WorkSafe prosecutions involving industrial accidents has highlighted the level of responsibility placed on managers and supervisors. In one of the  cases, the Supervisor was aware of the inadequate guarding of the plant and the poor work practices used on the site. The acciden...

Many of us are now regularly working with contractors in our workplace. The changing nature of work activities mean that the use of contractors, including labour hire is on the increase.
Use of contractors in itself does not result in poor health and safety standards, but failure to manage contr...