25 Jul 2018 | Video

The role of the client in the WHS landscape

Sydney Metro Executive Director of Safety, Sustainability & Environment Executive Director Stephen Jones discusses the important role of the client in delivering positive health and safety outcomes.

24 Jul 2018 | Video

Staying ahead of the game – Controlling silica exposure in tunnel construction

Construction Manager Christian D’Hondt discusses his key learnings from delivering the tunnelling contract on Sydney Metro Northwest.

11 Jul 2018 | Video

Collaborating with industry to tackle silica dust exposure

Keith Bannerman from the Australasian Tunnelling Society presents some key issues facing the industry, and working together to address the challenge of silica dust control.

4 Jul 2018 | Video

Preventing illness and disease in tunnel construction workers

Occupational Hygienist Kate Cole highlights international best practice in preventing illness and disease and practical steps to improve work health and safety in tunnelling projects.
Statistical reports

Work-related injuries and fatalities in construction 2003-13

19 Aug 2015

This report presents an analysis of injuries and fatalities incurred by workers in the construction industry in Australia.
Statistical reports

Construction industry profile

27 May 2015

The Construction industry profile contains summary data relating to injuries incurred by workers employed in the construction industry as well as work-related fatalities. It is a useful summary resource for anyone with an interest in work-related injuries and fatalities in the construction industry.
Guidance materials

Guide for tunnelling work

26 Nov 2013

This Guide provides practical guidance for persons conducting a business or undertaking and workers on managing health and safety risks associated with tunnelling work. It contains information on the risks and hazards of tunnelling, the control measures which can be used to help eliminate or minimise, so far as is reasonably practicable,...

Construction

Construction sites are busy places. Many contractors work side-by-side and heavy vehicles come and go. In this environment, consultation, cooperation and coordination are essential to ensure the health and safety of everyone on site.

Tunnelling

Tunnelling work includes constructing a tunnel and supporting systems and associated temporary work.
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