WorkSafe Victoria in Geelong, Victoria | Government organisation

WorkSafe Victoria

Locality: Geelong, Victoria

Phone: +61 1800 136 089

Address: WorkSafe head office, 1 Malop Street 3220 Geelong, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au

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21.01.2022 Employees are at high risk of entanglement when working near powered plant with exposed rotating parts. Following the death of a sole operator working with a drill press, WorkSafe is issuing a safety alert about the risk of entanglement when using plant. www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/safety-/fatality-entanglement-plant

21.01.2022 102 years ago today, the guns went silent across the Western Front, marking the end of World War I - a conflict which claimed the lives of millions, including more than 60,000 Australians. Today, we commemorate those who lost their lives in service for our country. #LestWeForget

21.01.2022 Join us tomorrow for a free 'Asbestos in Victoria’ webinar. You'll hear about how the use of asbestos, even after its ban in 2003, still impacts Victorian lives today and learn about the strategies in place to reduce exposure. To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/asbestos-in-victoria-asbest

17.01.2022 It's important to consider effective ways of reintegrating workers, without increasing their risk of injury, including musculoskeletal disorders. This means consulting with your staff on ways to help reduce the risk of injury and implementing changes which can improve the manual handling risk controls in your workplace. See how window furnishing manufacturer Viewscape Blinds ensured their employees were consulted about their solution to reducing significant manual handling injury risks. For more information, visit https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au//compliance-code-hazardous

15.01.2022 This National NAIDOC week we celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People including our employees, customers and communities. Always Was, Always Will Be. #NAIDOCWeek2020.

14.01.2022 It's not just the person diagnosed with silicosis who is impacted - their family and friends are too. In 2019, we spoke with Nick Lardieri, a former stonemason who is now living with silicosis. This is his story. To find out about the risks of exposure to crystalline silica dust, how to control them and what to do if you need to make a claim, visit: www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/crystalline-silica

13.01.2022 Everything we're doing is keeping us on top of this virus, so no letting up - let's stay safe and stay open! For all current information and updates, visit https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/

11.01.2022 Workers and employers must put safety first in the busy lead-up to the holiday period. Slow down and stay safe, so we can all put 2020 safely behind us. www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/workplace-holiday-safety

03.01.2022 WorkSafe’s free OHS Essentials program provides expert assistance for your small or medium business. Take part in the program to get helpful guidance on your obligations as an employer during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Apply today: https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/ohs-essentials-program

02.01.2022 There is the potential for scaffolders to fall from incomplete scaffolds during their erection and dismantling. In particular, scaffolders can be exposed to fall hazards: during the placement or removal of scaffold planks (internal fall). from the open sides or ends of the scaffold (external fall). in climbing from one lift of the scaffold to the next lift (climbing fall).... Find out more: www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/resourc/fall-prevention-scaffolders