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Australian Work Health and Safety Strategy 2023–2033

Posted on 24 February 2023
Safe Work Australia have issued the following information regarding the Safe Work for All initiative on the release of  the Australian Work Health and Safety Strategy 2023–2033. A new 10-year national strategy to reduce workplace fatalities, injuries, and illnesses in Australia has be...
 

Mesothelioma

Posted by George McTaggart on 20 February 2023
Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that affects the linings of the lungs, heart, and abdomen. It is caused by exposure to asbestos, a mineral found in certain building materials and insulation. Although mesothelioma is rare, it is a serious form of cancer with no known cure. Early diagnosis and tre...
 

WorkSafe Victoria Review of 2022 and a Peek into the Future

Posted by Richard Forster on 8 February 2023
A review of 2022 by WorkSafe Victoria has revealed that more than 120 employers were prosecuted and fined for safety breaches last year and WorkSafe is warning employers who continue to ignore well-known safety measures that they risk joining the 123 companies and directors fined for flouting wor...
 

4 Steps to Increase Your Leadership Skills

Posted by Shane Shepherd on 25 January 2023
When most of us hear the word leadership, we usually think of political officials, CEOs, military commanders, or even athletes. While it's true that you need good leadership skills to excel at these occupations, leadership is a valuable skill that everyone from any vocation or background can ...
 

Christmas New Year 2022

Posted by Maree Martin on 22 December 2022
Wishing you a safe and merry Christmas The HAZCON team  would like to say 'Thank you' for your support throughout 2022 and we wish you and your family a safe and merry Christmas. HAZCON Office Hours:  Closed 12 noon Friday 23rd December 2022 and Reopens Tuesday 3rd January 202...
 

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Workplace Exposure Standards

Posted by John Rochford on 26 March 2025
Within Australia, Safe Work Australia is the governing body who researches and assigns exposure standards for various substances used throughout wo...
 

Wittenoom, Australia’s Most Notorious Asbestos Mine and Town

Posted by Jack Webster on 25 February 2025
The once booming mining town of Wittenoom now sits abandoned amongst the picturesque landscape of the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Previous...
 
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