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Noise management: Demonstration engine

Demonstration engines used in training situations consist of an automobile engine mounted in a frame complete with an ignition system, fuel lines, radiator and associated piping, exhaust system and...
WorkSafe
Fact sheet
14 May 2014

Noise management: Brushcutter

Brushcutters are widely used by gardeners. They vary in size, power and quality. Some lightweight units are common around schools and parks. Heavy-duty powerful units are used by some specialists...
WorkSafe
Fact sheet
14 May 2014

Noise management: Edgers

Edgers are used in most workplaces that have lawns and employ gardeners. Edgers can be used for long periods of time and can exceed 85 dB(A). Hearing protection is required for operators of edgers...
WorkSafe
Fact sheet
14 May 2014

Noise management: Lawn mowers

This educational article has been developed to assist in the management of noise from lawn mowers. Rotary lawn mower Introduction Rotary mowers range in noise levels from 84 to 94 dB(A) depending on...
WorkSafe
Fact sheet
21 May 2014

Noise management: Chainsaws

Chainsaws make rapid cutting of logs and tree pruning possible. They are widely used throughout government agencies, garden and park services, and in the primary industry sector. Petrol powered...
WorkSafe
Fact sheet
16 May 2014

Noise management: Combination machine

This educational article has been developed to assist in the management of noise from combination machines. Maintenance Keep buzzer/thicknesser blades sharp. Use the correct type of saw blade with...
WorkSafe
Fact sheet
21 May 2014

Accident/incident report form

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Sample form for your own use to report accidents or incidents.
WorkSafe
Template
21 May 2014

National guidance note on the elimination of environmental tobacco smoke in the workplace [NOHSC: 3019(2003)]

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This Guidance Note on the Elimination of Environmental Tobacco Smoke in the Workplace [NOHSC: 3019 (2003)] is intended to provide information and advice to employers, workers, unions, occupational...
WorkSafe
Guidance note
20 May 2014

Hazard identification tool – Aluminium mobile scaffolding

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This educational article has been developed to assist in the identification of occupational safety and health (OSH) hazards. The hazard identification tools were developed following interviews with...
WorkSafe
Fact sheet
21 May 2014

Hazard identification tool - Demolition

This educational article has been developed to assist in the identification of occupational safety and health (OSH) hazards. The hazard identification tools were developed following interviews with...
WorkSafe
Fact sheet
20 May 2014

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Announcements

New workplace kit tackles prevention of slips and trips

WA’s Commission for Occupational Safety and Health has released a new online kit to help workplaces prevent slips and trips and meet their responsibilities under workplace safety legislation. WorkSafe WA Commissioner Lex McCulloch warned today that almost a quarter (23.5 per cent) of all lost time injuries suffered each year were caused by slips and trips. “The number of slips and trips that...
WorkSafe
Media release
14 Dec 2017

Beware dodgy Christmas tree lights

Western Australians have been encouraged to ensure their Christmas lights are approved, safe and in good working order this holiday season. Acting Director of Energy Safety Saj Khan today advised consumers to check their Christmas lights before use to ensure they were safe and being used correctly. “Decorating with Christmas tree and fairy lights is a common tradition during the festive season...
Building and Energy
Media release
13 Dec 2017

WorkSafe inspection program looks at store-based retailing

WorkSafe will conduct a proactive inspection program to look at safety standards in some specific WA store-based retail outlets. The program will continue throughout the remainder of the 2017/18 financial year, and will focus on various retail workplaces including firewood suppliers, musical instrument stores, pharmacies and selected franchise retail outlets throughout WA. Acting WorkSafe...
WorkSafe
Media release
01 Dec 2017

Doctor fined for failing to produce employee records

A Greenwood medical practitioner has been fined $6280 (and ordered to pay costs of $1067) for failing to comply with a court order to supply an employee's records to an industrial inspector. Dr Patrick Allan Nugawela was found guilty of failing to comply with an order of the Industrial Magistrate's Court to produce records to an industrial inspector, and was fined in the Industrial Magistrate's...
Labour Relations
Media release
16 Nov 2017

Opening hours for Wageline over the festive season

Over the festive season Wageline's opening hours will be: Monday 25 December Closed Tuesday 26 December Closed Wednesday 27 December 10am - 4.30pm Thursday 28 December 8.30am - 4.30pm Friday 29 December 8.30am - 4.30pm Monday 1 January Closed Tuesday 2 January 8.30am - 4.30pm Call Wageline on 1300 655 2666. Wageline deals with queries about: pay rates, leave entitlements and other employment...
Labour Relations
Department News
20 Dec 2017

Wageline Newsletter - December edition

The Wageline Newsletter December edition was sent last week to approximately 10,000 subscribers, and has been published on the Wageline website. This edition features information about the upcoming Christmas / New Year public holidays and what employers need to know about their employment obligations over this period, as well as a range of other critical information for state system employers...
Labour Relations
Department News
11 Dec 2017

Christmas casuals

The festive season has arrived! In preparation for the Christmas/ New Year period many businesses often employ extra staff as Christmas casuals to manage the increase in retail trading hours and customers over this time. Employers need to be aware of their obligations when hiring employees in this type of employment arrangement. A casual employee is someone who works irregular hours each week...
Labour Relations
Department News
11 Dec 2017

Inspection program looks at safety in parks and gardens

WorkSafe has begun a proactive inspection program looking at safety issues with workers in WA’s parks and gardens. The inspection program will involve inspectors visiting parks and gardens in Perth and regional areas of the State throughout the remainder of the 2017/18 financial year. WorkSafe Acting Director Sally North said today the inspection program had been prompted by the high number of...
WorkSafe
Media release
13 Nov 2017

Inspection program reveals areas of concern in accommodation sector

A proactive inspection program undertaken by WorkSafe has revealed some areas of concerns with workplace safety in the accommodation sector. The inspection program was conducted throughout the 2016/17 financial year in Perth and regional areas of the State, focusing on smaller accommodation workplaces such as motels, caravan parks, lodges, chalets and bed and breakfasts. WorkSafe Director Sally...
WorkSafe
Media release
03 Nov 2017

Harvest season brings safety reminders

WA’s harvest season has begun, and brings with it a reminder from WorkSafe to ensure all safety measures are taken. WorkSafe WA Commissioner Lex McCulloch said today the agriculture sector did not have a good record when it came to workplace safety. “WA’s agriculture, forestry and fishing industry has one of the highest rates of work-related injury of all industries,” Mr McCulloch said. “The...
WorkSafe
Media release
27 Oct 2017

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