Demolition Company Fined $140,000
In a recent incident that underscores the critical importance of workplace safety, an Adelaide-based demolition company, Royal Park Salvage Pty Ltd, has been fined over $140,000 following a serious safety breach. The incident, which occurred on December 6, 2022, involved an excavator making contact with a 415-volt overhead powerline, resulting in significant property damage and […]
Port CEO Conviction Sets New Health and Safety Precedent
The recent conviction of the Port of Auckland’s CEO has set a significant new precedent in the realm of health and safety regulations. This case has highlighted the critical importance of executive accountability in ensuring workplace safety and has sent a strong message to corporate leaders across New Zealand and at home in Australia. Background […]
$300,000 Fine for Adelaide Company
In a recent and tragic turn of events, JD Finlay Electrical, an Adelaide-based company, has been fined $300,000 following the death of one of its workers. The incident, which occurred in June 2022, has brought to light significant safety lapses and the dire consequences of inadequate workplace safety measures. The Incident The worker, whose identity […]
Ensuring the Safety of Young Workers: A Vital Priority
In a recent incident that has sparked widespread concern, a plumber from Mansfield, Victoria, was fined $20,000 for a shocking breach of workplace safety regulations. The incident, which occurred in February 2022, involved a 31-year-old plumber who drove approximately 15 kilometers with his 19-year-old apprentice confined in the toolbox of his ute. This blog delves […]
The Role of an Officer in WHS: A Fine of $1.3 Million
If you haven’t read it yet, you should read it now. – https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/company-fined-1-3-million-after-contractor-killed-by-forklift-20240219-p5f622.html In any organization, work health and safety is an important aspect that should not be overlooked. It is the responsibility of everyone in the workplace to ensure that the working environment is safe and healthy. However, officers in an organization have a […]