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25.01.2022 #SAFETYTIP If you don’t monitor and maintain battery powered devices (e.g. wall clocks, children’s toys, communication equipment), they can leak a nasty alkali...ne substance within the device and onto nearby equipment. This not only can damage equipment but can cause an electric shock #HAZARD. Avoid risks to you, your loved ones and equipment by removing batteries from unused battery powered devices. See more

25.01.2022 SES WEEK AWARDS Regional Operational Response of the Year: Coen SES Group In January 2020, the Coen SES Group provided outstanding support to the resident...s of Aurukun in Far North Queensland, in what has become the Regional Operational Response of the Year. SES volunteers supported displaced persons form the Aurukun community while they were temporarily housed in Coen and assisted with the distribution of resources. The Coen SES Group worked with the Queensland Police Service and Queensland Health to process relocated persons arriving in Coen, source food, clothing and other personal items. Local Controller Scott Templeton says the team went above and beyond in this response. How we all came together so quickly was very memorable. We rallied together really quickly and supplied what we could. It’s a great, reliable and helpful team. You can’t ask for better. It’s the team that pulls together when someone is in need. Thank you, team

25.01.2022 So you know how we always tell you to secure loose items before a storm? We'll just leave this photo here... Ipswich City State Emergency Service Unit

25.01.2022 Further restrictions are easing in Queensland, from 4pm today, (Friday October 16): Up to 40 people can dance at weddings with a COVID Safe Plan Dancing wil...l be permitted at Year 12 school formals Gatherings of 40 people will be allowed in homes and public places Outings from aged care facilities can resume. We need all Queenslanders to continue playing their part by: Staying at home if you are sick If you're experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms, no matter how mild, go and get tested. Staying 1.5 metres away from other peoplethink two big steps. Washing your hands lots with soap and water, or hand sanitizer Sneezing or coughing into your arm or a tissue. Then put the tissue in the bin.

24.01.2022 Winter’s more than just the time to dig out the woollies and soup recipes it’s also when people need to thoroughly check heaters and electric blankets before ...putting them into service. Appliances and cords can easily get knocked around at the back of the cupboard, or gnawed on by rodents. Look for any signs of damage before plugging in if you find a fault, or if they trip your home’s safety switch when they’re turned on, they need to be repaired or binned. The other big cold weather danger is shocks and fires from electric heaters: keep them well away from flammable items like couches or beds, never leave them unattended, and never use them in wet areas like bathrooms. More safety tips: https://www.ergon.com.au//safe/home-safety/inside-the-home Electrical Safety Office See more

24.01.2022 #FLASHBACKFRIDAY Check out this #respectthepower poster produced back in the 70’s and 80’s by the @AustralianNationalSafetyCouncil. Still an important message! Don’t DIY leave repairs to the experts! #flashbackfriday #sparkylife #qldelectricians #LicensedElectricians #worksafe

22.01.2022 #UPDATE Effective from today a person who owns, controls or operates a business with seasonal workers is required to have a health management plan in place. Th...is Directive from the Chief Health Officer Seasonal Workers Health Management Plan, means applicable businesses must operate the business in accordance with the health management plan in place. For more information about this Directive click the below link: https://www.health.qld.gov.au//cho-public/seasonal-workers See more

22.01.2022 #FILMLAUNCH This Thursday is the launch of the new film - Arc flash safety, Mark’s story. You can register to join in on the live webinar launch for Thursday 7 May https://bit.ly/2W2y1DX Mark shares his story about the consequences after an arc flash incident.

22.01.2022 #STAGE3 easing of restrictions announced! Businesses are now able to increase their maximum number of customers. If your venue is under 200 square metres you... can have 1 person per 2 square metres up to 50 people at any one time. Businesses larger than 200 square metres are required to adhere to 1 person per 4 square metres with no limit on the maximum number of customers allowed if the venue is large enough and you comply with the COVID Safe industry plan. Read more about what Stage 3 easing of restrictions means for your businesses https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au/govern/covid-safe-businesses

22.01.2022 We will be lighting a candle tonight to remember our fallen Queensland Police Service mates. Thank you for your sacrifice, bravery and commitment to keeping us safe. #NPRD2020

21.01.2022 Bushfire season may be closer than you think. Prepare your home, property and family now. Visit www.ruralfire.qld.gov.au for more information.

21.01.2022 #SafetyTip To reduce visual fatigue, increase the font size and adjust the brightness on your computer. Check: Lighting should let you comfortably see your... work tasks through different times of your work shift. Test your vision regularly if you are having any visual difficulties. Make sure your eye wear is up to date and suitable for working at the computer. Check that your monitor brightness, contrast and font size is adjusted for your visual comfort. Use a light-coloured background on the display. Clean your screens regularly. Minimise tilting the screen to reduce potential glare or reflection. Look at objects further away from time to time and take regular breaks away from your screen so your eyes can refocus and moisten back to normal. Watch the full video to learn how to set up your workstation. https://youtu.be/jFujvZxx9JU

21.01.2022 When was the last time you #TestedandTagged your electrical equipment? Some electrical equipment and safety switches need to be tested at intervals accordin...g to the type of work they are used for. Make sure you’re up to speed with your industry and be confident your gear is safe to use. www.worksafe.qld.gov.au//electrical-equipment-and-tools-te

19.01.2022 How do you find a licensed electrician? You might ask a mate for recommendations - but how do you know if that sparkie is licensed? We have the answer for you!... Go to electricalsafety.qld.gov.au and click on Find a licensed electrician. Simple! Using unlicensed electricians can lead to fire, electric shock and may void your insurance! Don’t risk it, it’s illegal and dangerous.

19.01.2022 #QUEENSLANDERS, now is not the time to be complacent. Make sure you and everyone at your workplace are playing your part in keeping each other safe from #COVID1...9. Wherever possible keep at least 1.5m away from each other, wash your hands regularly and if you’re sick stay home and get tested! Keep up to date with current restrictions for businesses here https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au/govern/covid-safe-businesses See more

19.01.2022 7 TIPS FOR HOME FIRE SAFETY The tips below should help keep you and your family fire safe within your home: Don’t leave your cooking unattended. Never ...smoke in your bed. Take care storing flammable liquids! Don’t use damaged electrical leads or appliances. Never take your BBQ inside or leave it unattended! Clean the lint filter in your clothes dryer after each use. Regularly test and clean the smoke alarms around your house. For more tips on preventing fire in your home visit https://bit.ly/2WLhwfJ

19.01.2022 #MentalHealthMonday. There is a lot for businesses to think about in these extraordinary times and psychological health in the workplace is an important one! E...mployers must support their workers and ensure they have a psychologically healthy and safe work environment, whether that’s at home or their regular workplace. For more information on how to manage risks to psychological health visit: https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au//workplace-psychological-h See more

19.01.2022 Preparing your backyard for bushfire season doesn’t have to be a chore. Today is World Play Day and this little helper has combined practical preparations with ...lots of fun! mow lawn rake and blow leaves trim trees play, play, play!

18.01.2022 #TakeTime to celebrate Mental Health Week 10-18 October 2020. Join businesses all around #QLD to promote the importance of mental health and wellbeing and redu...ce the stigma associated with mental illness. Check out the presentations on offer, with topics including stress resilient leadership, suicide prevention for young workers in construction, vicarious trauma in healthcare and even a live Q&A chat all things mental health and resilience with Simon Black Survivor alumni and AFL superstar! #QMHW https://bit.ly/31T6vLc

17.01.2022 Are you getting ready to pull out the electric heater? Before you turn it on, make sure it has been stored correctly, check for dust and make sure the cable is... in good working order. If it’s damaged, do not use it and throw it away. Check out everything you need to know about electrical safety in your home https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au//electricity-in-the-home.p See more

16.01.2022 #COVIDSafeWorkplace Workers are starting to return to work. Employers must talk to employees about what their return to work plan is. Remember: social distan...cing and hygiene rules remain in place including regular hand washing and wherever possible remaining 1.5 metres away from non-household members. if you are sick, don’t go to work. If you have any COVID-19 symptoms, no matter how mild, you should get tested immediately For more information visit: https://www.qld.gov.au//protect-yourself-ot/practical-tips

15.01.2022 Public Health Alert Anyone who has been to the locations provided in the link below during the times given, should monitor their health and, if they devel...op even the mildest of COVID-19 symptoms, stay home and get tested. For an extensive list of locations, times and dates, please visit: https://www.qld.gov.au//cor/current-status/contact-tracing To find your nearest fever clinic, visit: https://www.qld.gov.au/covid19testing. The most up-to-date reliable information is available on the Queensland Health website at www.health.qld.gov.au/coronavirus

14.01.2022 A new directive from the Chief Health Officer - Protecting Public Officials and Workers means any intentional spitting, coughing or sneezing towards a public of...ficial now carries a penalty up to $13,345. These behaviours increase the risk of spreading COVID-19 and disrupt the ability of public officials and workers to carry out their functions, which are critical to containing and responding to the spread of COVID-19 within the community. To read more about this Directive click the link below: https://www.health.qld.gov.au//protecting-public-officials

14.01.2022 YOU’RE INVITED Winter is here which means it’s time to start thinking about home fire safety and escape plans! What better way to kick things off than with... a Winter Fire Safety partya virtual party that is. This winter, QFES is encouraging all families to prepare, plan and practice their fire escape plan! We will also be posting some fun and educational school holiday activities for the whole family. Stay tuned and stay warm! See more

13.01.2022 Brrrrrr. It’s almost time to pull out the electric blanket! Before using your electric blanket, make sure you check it thoroughly to ensure it has been stored properly. If it’s damaged, don’t use it and throw it out.

12.01.2022 Look after your electrical equipment! The best way to store electrical leads is to coil them check out this brochure on electrical safety at home! #TIP If yo...u have damaged electrical leads cut the plugs off then dispose of them. For more information visit https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au//electrical-appliance-safe See more

12.01.2022 MENTALHEALTHMONDAY Businesses and workers must prepare for the possibility of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the workplace. It’s important to be ready and respond ...immediately and in-line with advice from health authorities.Consider creating a central point of contact for workers to go to about any concerns. Check out the range of support services you can share with workers so they know where to get help. https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au//workplace-psychological-h See more

12.01.2022 The start of a new year means many school leavers have joined the workforce full time. Young workers have a unique risk profile which means it’s important for e...veryone who works with them to demonstrate effective leadership in work health and safety. Help keep young workers safe by positively influencing: values and beliefs risk perception motivation safety knowledge compliance participation. https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au//workplace-h/young-workers

11.01.2022 #MentalHealthMonday One of the important steps to a mentally healthy workplace, is working to prevent psychosocial risks and hazards. Did you know it is common... for workers to be exposed to a combination of psychosocial hazards and factors in the workplace? Some may always be present, while others only occasionally. Download our Preventing and managing risks to work-related psychological health guide to help create a #MentallyHealthyWorkplace. https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au//Psychosocial-hazar/stress

10.01.2022 Do you have a young child who is starting to move around a lot more? Look out for low level power points and curious little ones who might insert objects into p...ower point sockets. Consider using plastic safety outlet plugs. Read our brochure Electricity at home for more safety tips https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au//electricity-in-the-home.p

08.01.2022 #WARNING A number of homes in the Springfield area have had severe damage to their roofs and solar panels due to a severe hail storm over the weekend. Homeowner...s and tradies should be aware that even damaged solar panels can continue to produce electricity when they are exposed to sunlight even if the mains power is turned off. Do not touch or attempt any repairs yourself as it can cause electric shock. If your solar panels are damaged get a licensed electrical contractor or accredited solar installer to check them out ASAP. See more

07.01.2022 #ALERT Do you employ seasonal workers, including backpackers? To help keep workers safe and ensure businesses can meet harvesting demands during #COVID19, workp...laces must have a health management plan in place. Remember, health management plans should be submitted to Queensland Health at [email protected]. . . . The Queensland Government is visiting businesses in regional areas with a particular focus on agribusinesses employing seasonal workers. These visits are to ensure people are complying with all pandemic health directions and have workplace health management plans in place. For more information visit https://www.business.qld.gov.au///seasonal-workers-covid19 See more

07.01.2022 You must identify the risk level of your employees’ exposure to COVID-19 in workplaces, including where care is provided in people's homes. If a risk to health,... including psychological health, is identified, you must do everything you can to eliminate or manage it. The types of control measures required depend on the level of risk as well as the availability and suitability of controls for each workplace, including individual work areas. Read more here: https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au//identifying-risks-to-heal

07.01.2022 #STAGE2 easing of restrictions is now underway. From 5 June, certain businesses will be able to opt-in to an Industry COVID Safe Plan, which if approved by the ...relevant health authority, will allow businesses compliant with this plan to offer services to an increased number of customers. So, if your workplace wants to operate with more than 20 people at any one time your business and employees must comply with what is outlined in the COVID Safe Plan for your industry. If this applies to you read more about what you, your business and employees will need to do here: https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au/govern/covid-safe-businesses See more

06.01.2022 Tips for homeowners working in ceiling spaces Electricity is a serious risk when you’re working in ceiling spaces. Here are some tips to keep you and your loved... ones safe: turn off the power before starting any work and make sure no-one turns the power back on while you’re still working use torches and battery tools so you don’t need power when you’re in the ceiling space be aware of electrical cables, fittings and equipment and avoid touching them. Remember, even though you’ve turned off the main switch, electricity will still be entering the ceiling space via overhead service lines and solar PV system supply cables. Find more handy tips at www.worksafe.qld.gov.au//working-on-roofs-and-in-ceiling-s

06.01.2022 Winter fire safety Create your fire escape plan! Spend five minutes now to save a life later

05.01.2022 I’m booooorrrrrrreeeeedddddd- sound familiar? Here’s a boredom buster that could save a life practice your fire escape plan! Turn the lights off, escap...e from different parts of the house, practice your escape standing or crawling. You can use a timer to make this a fun activity with the kids. Need inspiration? Try this interactive activity link in comments

05.01.2022 MENTAL HEALTH WEEK | MENTALLY PREPARED It may be common practice to prepare your property for a bushfire, storm or cyclone, but it should also be common pra...ctice to mentally prepare! QFES Psychologist Dr Bernie says it’s very normal to become overwhelmed or stressed during a disaster, as the circumstances are usually out of our control. Stress can be triggered when we feel like we’re not in control or we can’t predict what might happen next. You can emotionally prepare by thinking ahead to what it might be like and trying to imagine yourself managing specific tasks or challenges. Dr Bernie suggests focusing on the factors you can control and the steps you can take to find your way through. If you focus and do the work ahead of a disaster, then you might find yourself in a better headspace during one.

05.01.2022 If you're travelling on public transport, try to space yourself away from others. This includes on the platform and when you're in the carriage, bus or ferry. What methods do you use to ensure you distance yourself from others?

04.01.2022 #CAUTION Do you know where asbestos may be hiding in your house? If your house was built or renovated before 1990, it will most likely have some asbestos conta...ining materials. Find out where asbestos could be hiding before you start any renovations. https://www.asbestos.qld.gov.au//common-locations-asbestos See more

04.01.2022 Are you adding new plants to your garden? Make sure you consider how tall plants like trees or bamboo will grow. Check where you’re planting, and how high and ...wide the plants could grow - as they may touch overhead powerlines! Check out @Ergonenergy guide on planting trees. https://www.ergon.com.au//home-safety/trees-an/plant-smart

03.01.2022 With the new year now in full swing, there is no better time to refresh our workplace commitment to safety. To develop a strong safety culture and demonstrate ...your commitment, you should: lead by example demonstrate that health and safety is a priority build health and safety into your business plans allocate resources to health and safety fix problems quickly Responsibility for safety starts at the top. By demonstrating your commitment to safety, your workers will see that you’re serious about protecting their wellbeing. https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au//cre/management-commitment

03.01.2022 Queensland will reopen to New South Wales, including the Greater Sydney area, at 1am on Monday, February 1. These border restrictions were put in place to ...keep Queenslanders safe from the spread of COVID-19. Thank you for coming together, staying vigilant and keeping safe. To find your closest testing location, visit https://www.qld.gov.au/covid19testing You can also visit our bot to find your closest testing location http://qld.health/TestLocator

02.01.2022 #LOOKOUT North Queensland! Our asbestos team is heading to the Cairns Expo and Mackay Expo this October. If you’re renovating a home built before 1990 or gettin...g your asbestos roof cleaned, have a chat with our team to make sure you keep your family safe. Cairns Expo from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 October, site P168 in the pavilion.https://cairnsexpo.com.au/ Mackay Expo from Friday 16 to Sunday 18 October, site P248 in the pavilion https://mackayexpo.com.au/ See more

02.01.2022 BREAKING: Queensland children will learn from home for the first five weeks of Term 2. Our teachers and staff will do everything they can to ensure students a...re still provided a quality education from home. Here’s what parents/carers need to know: Children of essential workers & vulnerable children can attend school where they’ll be taught by their regular classroom teachers Staff will continue to work from the classroom Schools will talk directly with students and their parents/carers about how and when they will receive learning materials and teacher feedback For children who don’t have a laptop at home, schools can loan them devices We’ve worked with Telstra to secure more than 5000 sim cards to make sure students without internet connectivity can access online resources An announcement on the plan for the remainder of Term 2 will be made in mid-May It’s also important to note that the Chief Health Officer has updated the testing criteria for COVID-19. It now includes those who have a fever or respiratory problems and work in schools, childcare centres & boarding houses. Annastacia Palaszczuk MP

02.01.2022 #SAFETYSHOUTOUT to Lauren’s Farm safety 2020 calendar April submission and her excellent reminder that quad bikes are a great tool but not a toy! This year’s F...arm safety calendar competition opens soon! Keep an eye out for more news and check out the 2020 calendar winners at https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au/school-farm-safety-cal/home See more

01.01.2022 Make sure you are putting the safety of your workers first, #ALWAYS! Employers have a responsibility to play when it comes to stopping the spread of COVID-19. H...ere are some helpful tips to protect your workers and customers. For a full checklist on how to keep workers safe during the COVID-19 pandemic check out the below link: https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au//workplace_checklist_

01.01.2022 Cleaning your workplace regularly and thoroughly will help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Protect workers, employers and customers from any nasty germs that mi...ght be around. See Australian Government Department of Health's helpful factsheet on Environmental cleaning and disinfection principles for COVID-19 https://www.health.gov.au//environmental-cleaning-and-disi See more