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When the Sky Turns Hostile: Tornadoes, Bushfires, and the WHS Lessons We Keep Relearning
When the weather turns violent, Australia witnesses nature's ability to shatter our systems. Last weekend gave us two reminders: a tornado-like storm that tore through Melbourne’s western suburbs and a fast-moving bushfire near Drake in northern NSW. Both events put emergency crews, utilities, and local responders under extreme pressure. The message is clear for those of us in WHS and emergency leadership: moments like these test our readiness. Melbourne’s West: Tornadoes an

Safety Jon
Oct 312 min read


Top 50 Safety Books (Just in case life was getting too exciting!)
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Safety Jon
Sep 275 min read


Breathing Easy: Managing Respiratory Illnesses in the Workplace Through Policy, Leadership and Effective Communication
Respiratory illnesses — from colds and flu through to occupational asthma, silicosis, and even COVID-19 — are more than just a health...

Safety Jon
Aug 123 min read


Officers: Time to Sharpen WHS Due Diligence on Psychosocial Risks
Australian safety regulators are sounding the alarm—not on traditional hazards, but on the growing threat of psychosocial risks. ...

Safety Jon
Aug 122 min read


When Loyalty Isn’t Enough: A PCBU’s Failure to Protect Its People
A recent OHS Alert case featured a sobering headline: a PCBU “showed little or no regard for loyal workers.” Though details remain behind...

Safety Jon
Aug 122 min read


So, What Is a Safe System of Work?
Workplace safety is a cornerstone of any responsible business, especially in high-risk industries. Yet, when we hear the term "safe...

Safety Jon
Aug 114 min read


🎙️ Safety Jon on LinkedUp Podcast — Episode #1 Launch
Today marks a big milestone — I had the privilege of being the very first guest on the LinkedUp Podcast , and we didn’t hold back. From...

Safety Jon
Aug 111 min read

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