Safety Round Up - Issue #5

Published 09 February 2024

Bushfire Warning System (AFDR)
WorkSafe Australia has published an excellent fact sheet on bushfire warning ratings. It also includes links to warning systems in all states and territories. Many of us may not be aware of what to do at our workplace if there is a catastrophic fire rating sent out so have a look if this applies to you: https://lnkd.in/gHP8As4J

SWMS Tool
WorkSafe Australia have published a SWMS Tool and resources. Doing a SWMS is very common when working in the construction industry and many people are unsure of how to complete it. This Tool will help you save time so take a moment and review it: https://lnkd.in/gKegvW_E

SafeWork Inspectors
SafeWork inspectors now wear Body Worn Cameras as part of their workplace visits. SafeWork SA has put out some useful information on how this equipment is being used when investigation incidents: https://lnkd.in/gestnhHh

Health and Safety Representatives
Having multiple worksites affects many aspects of work health and safety, especially consultation. WorkSafe Tasmania has put together some excellent information on how to establish HSRs in your workplace that apply across Australia: https://lnkd.in/gvGUPPs4

Work Life Balance
WorkSafe WA has included a post to encourage workplaces to make it comfortable to talk about work/life balance. Look at the link to find out more: https://ow.ly/AJ2l50Qvgyy