4 Nov 2019 | Media Release

Latest data on worker fatalities and serious workers’ compensation claims

The report shows that in 2018, 144 people were fatally injured at work. The number and rate of worker fatalities have continued to decline in line with long-term trends.

30 Sep 2019 | Media Release

National strategy to improve outcomes for Australian workers

Today Safe Work Australia launches the National Return to Work Strategy 2020-2030.

22 Jul 2019 | Media Release

Safe Work Australia is raising awareness of quad bike safety this National Farm Safety Week

Quad bikes are a major cause of death and serious injury in rural workplaces, including farms.

24 Jun 2019 | Media Release

Consultation RIS—Recommendations of the 2018 Review of the Model WHS Laws

Safe Work Australia invites feedback on the recommendations of the review of the model WHS laws

25 Feb 2019 | Media Release

Independent review finds model WHS laws operating as intended

The review of the model WHS laws is complete and the report is available on the Safe Work Australia website.

29 Jan 2019 | Media Release

Are you a small business owner or operator?

You may be an officer and have an important duty under work health and safety laws.

16 Nov 2018 | Media Release

Voting is now open for the National Safe Work Month People’s Choice Award

Safe Work Australia Chair, Diane Smith-Gander is encouraging the public to vote for a winner of the People’s Choice Award and determine which of the best workplace safety projects around the country will receive an extra $5,000 funding.

26 Sep 2018 | Media Release

Minister O’Dwyer launches National Safe Work Month 2018

The Hon Kelly O'Dwyer MP, Minister for Jobs and Industrial Relations, launches 2018 National Safe Work Month.

14 Sep 2018 | Media Release

Take a moment this National Safe Work Month

Lives change forever when there’s an injury or death in the workplace.

23 Aug 2018 | Media Release

Every number is a life changed forever

Safe Work Australia’s Chair, Diane Smith-Gander released Key Work Health and Safety Statistics Australia 2018 today, with the latest figures in national work-related injuries, diseases and fatalities.

30 Jul 2018 | Media Release

Protect your most important assets – your workers

This August is Tradies Health Month, and we’re reminding employers to protect their business’ greatest assets – their workers.

12 Jul 2018 | Media Release

Is yours a no-harm farm?

Next week is Farm Safety Week, a time to ensure you and your workers are protected from harm.

14 Jun 2018 | Media Release

Safe Work Australia publishes national guidance on work-related psychological health and safety 

The guide describes how to build a psychologically healthy and safe workplace by identifying, assessing and controlling risks to workers’ mental health.

27 Apr 2018 | Media Release

For the future’s sake

Safe Work Australia Chief Executive Officer, Michelle Baxter, says the death of fourteen young people in work-related incidents is too many and urges leaders to educate young workers about WHS

27 Feb 2018 | Media Release

Safe Work Australia calls for entries in international Good Design Award

Safe Work Australia will again partner with Good Design Australia to present the 2018 Safe Work Australia Award for Good Design.

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