Welcome to the third edition of SAFE - the Department of Employment and Industrial Relations' workplace health and safety magazine which consolidates the Safety Zone and Farm Safety News publications into one easy to read publication.
In this issue:
Renewed commitment to safe workplaces
New Minister reaffirms Queensland Government's commitment
Raising awareness of safety management in the aged care industry
Occupational health planning for an ageing population
What you need to know about the Asbestos 'B' Class licence
Common questions about the removal of bonded asbestos containing material.
Improving crane safety - new codes of practice
Reducing serious crane incidents through practical advice on managing risks
New regulations to improve crane safety in Queensland
Reducing crane incidents and boosting safety standards
Prosecution case study
Company fined after worker sustains crush injury and severed fingers
Dangerous goods campaign targets industrial sites
Storage and handling of dangerous goods the subject of a statewide audit
Advertising campaign warns of workplace dangers
Preventing workplace accidents by eliminating hazards
Don't do your own electrical work!
Dangers of unlicensed electrical work highlighted in statewide campaign
Pedestrians and forklifts don't mix
Businesses urged to assess traffic management practices
First campaign to target hazardous substances a success
Fibre-composite boat building the subject of a trans-Tasman audit
How to reduce impact injuries at work
Workplace risk assessments may help reduce the number of impact injuries
Prosecution case study
Company fined after worker sustains traumatic brain injury
Risk management code under spotlight
Revised code to provide example of successful risk assessments
Suspended prison sentence for former teacher over death of student
Risk assessment described as "woefully inadequate"
Inaugural Queensland Work Safe Awards
Australian Country Choice and BM Alliance Coal Operations Pty Ltd recognised for their workplace safety efforts
Protecting children and young workers in the workplace
New code emphasises the importance of training and induction for young workers
ChemClear making farms safer one container at a time
Disposal of unwanted chemicals from farms
Free on-site safety services for farmers
Promoting safety management practices through farm visits
Managing risk in farm workshops
Tips for reducing downtime and increasing productivity
Safety tips when using mobile plant to lift loads
Tips for staying safe when lifting loads on rural properties
Queensland sugar mills to undergo safety audits
Statewide audits of sugar mill maintenance scheduled for early 2007
Last updated 22 July 2008
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