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A Call for Vigilance: Enforcing Safety Protocols for Elderly Care
The recent coroner’s findings on the preventable death of a Queensland aged care resident from heatstroke reveal a profound issue in...

Safety Jon
Aug 103 min read
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The Gravity of Workplace Incidents and Corresponding Penalties: A Critical Examination
Workplace safety is a fundamental responsibility for all organisations. When safety protocols are neglected, the consequences can be...

Safety Jon
Aug 82 min read
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Getting a Head Start in Your New Safety Career: Tips, Hints, and Advice
Embarking on a new career in safety is both exciting and rewarding. As a safety professional, you’ll play a pivotal role in protecting...

Safety Jon
Aug 84 min read
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The Importance of Traffic Management Plans in Warehouse Environments: Where to Start and Why External Expertise Matters
Warehouse environments are bustling hubs of activity, with workers, forklifts, delivery vehicles, and pedestrians sharing the same space....

Safety Jon
Aug 83 min read
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Safety Around Container Storage Sites: Managing Risks in High-Density, High-Risk Environment
Container storage sites—such as rail yards, ports, and container storage facilities—are vital hubs in global supply chains. These...

Safety Jon
Aug 83 min read
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All-Terrain Vehicles - Roll-over Protection Systems
The issue of all-terrain vehicle (ATV) safety, particularly concerning roll-over protection devices (ROPS), has been a significant...

Safety Jon
Aug 82 min read
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Aurora Dairies: Leading the Way in Safer Farming Practices
In the fast-paced world of modern agriculture, balancing productivity with safety can be a daunting challenge. Aurora Dairies, a...

Safety Jon
Aug 82 min read
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R U OK? Day Should Be Every Day in Australian Workplaces
In Australia, R U OK? Day has become a cornerstone for mental health awareness, encouraging meaningful conversations about emotional...

Safety Jon
Aug 82 min read
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Understanding the Impact of Poor Communication on Workplace Safety and Managing Manager's Psychosocial Risks
In today’s environment, effective communication is essential to building strong teams and promoting productivity. However, when...

Safety Jon
Aug 83 min read
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$750K Fine for Northern Star: When Ignoring Isolation Turns Workers into Human Crash Test Dummies
What Actually Happened (Because Someone Needs to Stop Pretending This Is Unavoidable) Northern Star Mining Services Pty Ltd, part of the...

Safety Jon
Aug 42 min read
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Essendon King Air Crash: Pilot Missteps Turn Bloke’s Golf Trip into Disaster
The Raw Bones of What Went Down On 21 February 2017 , a Beechcraft B200 King Air (VH‑ZCR)—chartered for a golf getaway—took off from...

Safety Jon
May 142 min read
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Roofing Contractor Fined $300,000 After Choosing Slimmed-Down Safety Because Client Wouldn’t Pay
Newcastle Roofing Professionals Pty Ltd decided to skimp on a proper fall prevention system because a client refused to cover the cost....

Safety Jon
Apr 12 min read
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Risk Assessments: What Colours Should I Use?
IT. DOESN’T. MATTER. Every few months, I see the same debates pop up in safety forums and LinkedIn groups: “Should I use red for high...

Safety Jon
Feb 13 min read
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