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World Heart Day 29th September

27/9/2019

 
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In May 2012, world leaders committed to reducing global mortality from non-communicable diseases (NCDs) by 25% by 2025. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is accountable for nearly half of all NCD deaths making it the world’s number one killer.

​World Heart Day is, therefore, the perfect platform for the CVD community to unite in the fight against CVD and reduce the global disease burden.

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SafeWork NSW seeks input on draft formwork code of practice

25/9/2019

 
Construction workers and businesses are being encouraged to provide feedback on a draft code of practice which aims to supply guidance on working safely with formwork and falsework. According to SafeWork NSW Executive Director Tony Williams, the updated code is supported by industry and provides information on how to manage risks such as falls from heights, being struck by falling objects and muscular stress, as well as a framework outlining best practice for businesses. The draft code also outlines incident prevention measures and ongoing risk assessment processes that workplaces should adopt in order to avoid risks.

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Worker in critical condition after falling 10 m

25/9/2019

 
A worker was taken to hospital in critical condition on Friday, 6 September after falling around 10 metres from scaffolding at an Australian Capital Territory (ACT) construction site. As of Saturday morning (7 September), the worker was in a serious condition and the full extent of his injuries had yet to be determined, according to ACT Work Safety Commissioner, Greg Jones.

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Family & Domestic Violence Leave

24/9/2019

 
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Family and Domestic Violence Leave was introduced into the National Employment Standards in late 2018, becoming an entitlement for all employees including part-time and casuals. This has prompted business owners to consider their compliance and management skills in sensitive situations.
All employees are entitled to 5 days unpaid family and domestic violence leave each year.
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Guide to Managing Risk in Construction, Safe Work

19/9/2019

 
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The Guide to managing risk in construction: prefabricated concrete provides national guidance material for duty holders in the building industry. It provides information on managing risks and work health and safety (WHS) duties associated with working with prefabricated concrete.

The use of prefabricated, tilt-up and concrete elements in both building and civil construction has become increasingly popular in recent years and it is important to be aware of the WHS risks associated with this type of work.

For information on working with prefabricated concrete in your state or territory contact your local work health and safety regulator.
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​https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/media-centre/news/guide-managing-risk-construction-prefabricated-concrete-now-available-0

Employers urged to 'trust the signs' this R U OK?Day

12/9/2019

 
National suicide prevention charity R U OK? is urging Australians to ‘Trust the signs’ and their gut instincts and ask anyone that may be struggling with life’s ups and downs: “Are you OK?” this 12 September ‘R U OK?Day’.   According to the charity, “‘R U OK? Day’ is a national day of action and a reminder that every day is the right day to meaningfully connect with those around us” — including workers and colleagues — “and ask a question that could change a life,   'Are you OK?’”
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For employers, asking a worker if they are OK when someone notices they are becoming stressed can be part of maintaining a mentally safe and healthy workplace.   However, research commissioned by R U OK? found that nearly two-thirds of Australians are not confident they know the signs that someone may be struggling with life and 41% had not asked someone if they were OK because they were not sure they knew the signs. Fortunately, 49% said they would be more confident starting a conversation if they did know the signs.

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NSW Building Commissioner Appointed

11/9/2019

 
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Home owners will be better protected following the appointment of building and construction expert David Chandler OAM as NSW Building Commissioner.

​The Building Commissioner will be responsible for:
  • the investigation and disciplinary action for misconduct in the building industry
  • overseeing the end-to-end licensing and auditing across the building industry and
  • driving legislative reforms of the building industry, including consultation with industry.

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Draft Formwork Code of Practice

11/9/2019

 
 SAFEWORK NSW.   HAVE YOUR SAY BY 5pm, Tuesday 17th September 2019
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What is this about?
More than 6000 people work in the concrete construction services industry and, in this industry, formworkers (and other structural trade workers) are twice as likely to have an injury resulting in more than six months off work.
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Falling from a height is the number one cause of death and permanent disability in the formwork industry. Formworkers are susceptible to falls from heights, as well as being hit by falling objects and muscular stress.
The draft code aims to provide practical guidance for persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) and demonstrate how to manage work health and safety risks related to formwork and falsework.


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RUOK?DAY September 12th 2019

5/9/2019

 
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R U OK?Day is our national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone to ask, “Are you OK?” and to remember every day of the year to support people who may be struggling with life’s ups and downs.
 
This year in the build-up to R U OK?Day we’re encouraging everyone to Trust the Signs, Trust your Gut & Ask R U OK?
 
We want everyone to feel confident they know the signs someone might need support by listening to what they’re saying, seeing what they’re doing or knowing what’s going on in their life. Whenever you notice a change, no matter how small, we want you to trust your gut and start an R U OK? conversation. More information: https://www.ruok.org.au/join-r-u-ok-day
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