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Industry benchmarks

WorkCover WA produces the Industry Benchmarks that can be used for the evaluation of the occupational safety and health performance of various industries based on the Australian and New Zealand Standard Industrial Classification (ANZSIC) 2006 industry divisions and sub-divisions. For a full listing...
Incident statistics
25 Feb 2014

Other data sources

Western Australia Visit WorkCover WA website for Workers' Compensation in WA Statistical Report and other statistical information National Visit Safe Work Australia for national work health and safety information including: Australian work-related traumatic injury fatalities; Australian Workers’...
Incident statistics
25 Feb 2014

Residual current devices (RCDs)

​ Why are RCDs important? Electric shock often results from people making contact with energised parts of damaged or faulty electrical equipment. RCDs cut the electricity supply instantly if a person touches a live part and receives a shock. Serious injuries and fatalities may be prevented by the...
Electricity
25 Feb 2014

Safe use of electricity

People generally are aware that electricity can be dangerous. However, many people still take risks that can lead to harm. This is why reminders on the need to use electricity safely are required. Switches, power points and light fittings Damaged switches, power points and light fittings are...
Electrical installations
24 Feb 2014

Forklifts and loading docks

There are regulations relating to forklifts and loading docks. This page sets out what the regulations mean. Loading docks Many hazardous situations can arise when a forklift truck is being used. Hazards in relation to the condition of the forklift or in respect to the surface upon which the...
Forklifts
24 Feb 2014

RCD fact sheet

All home sellers and landlords must ensure that residual current devices (RCDs) are installed in accordance with the Electricity Regulations to protect all power and lighting circuits. RCDs save lives RCDs cut the electricity supply instantly if a person touches a live part and receives a shock. By...
Residual current devices (RCDs)
24 Feb 2014

What is a code of practice?

A code of practice is a document prepared to provide practical guidance on how to comply with a general duty or specific duties under Western Australian occupational safety and health laws. A code of practice may include explanatory information, recommendations for best practice, or references to...
Codes and guidance material
24 Feb 2014

Diseases and health - Frequently asked questions

This page contains frequently asked questions on diseases and health. How can I prevent getting infectious diseases at work? Conscientious use of standard precautions will minimise the risk of workers acquiring infections and transferring infections between persons. Some infections may pose an...
Diseases and health
24 Feb 2014

Emergency management

It is important that you are fully prepared for an emergency. Why should emergency planning take place? The main objectives in emergency planning are to ensure that: everyone knows what to do in the event of an emergency; preparations for potential and unexpected incidents at the workplace have...
Evacuation
24 Feb 2014

Related websites

Australian health and safety authorities NT WorkSafe Safe Work Australia Safe Work SA WorkCover NSW Workplace Health and Safety Queensland WorkSafe ACT WorkSafe Tasmania Victorian WorkCover Authority Comcare (Commonwealth jurisdictions) International safety and health authorities Canadian Centre...
Library
24 Feb 2014

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Publications

Safety alert 06/2018 - Worker injured by ammonia during work near refrigeration unit

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WorkSafe investigated an incident where a worker was exposed to high pressure ammonia refrigerant while working next to a live refrigeration unit. The worker was working from an elevating work...
WorkSafe
Alert
22 Jun 2018

Safety alert 05/2018 - Worker receives multiple foot fractures after exiting forklift

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An operator dismounted the reach truck forklift he was driving, while the plant was still moving. He tripped forward towards the ground, breaking his fall by extending both hands out in front. As the...
WorkSafe
Alert
22 Jun 2018

Safety alert 03/2018 Worker fatally injured during plant change process

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WorkSafe is investigating an incident in which an employee was fatally injured. He was struck by a section of pipe at a wastewater treatment plant during pipe modification works. Preliminary...
WorkSafe
Alert
23 May 2018

Safety alert 02/2018 Vehicle hoist service and maintenance

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The purpose of this Safety Alert is to remind workplaces of the importance of conducting regular service and inspections for vehicle hoists. WorkSafe Western Australia has been inspecting workplaces...
WorkSafe
Alert
01 Aug 2018

Safety alert 01/2018 - Worker seriously injured by flammable liquid fire

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A serious accident at a mechanical workshop involving the ignition of a flammable liquid is currently being investigated by DMIRS. The workshop uses a flammable solvent to clean car components. An...
WorkSafe
Alert
22 May 2018

Lightning and outdoor work

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This fact sheet provides information about lightning and includes duties for employers of outdoor workers and precautions to be taken to reduce the risk of injuries and deaths as a result of...
WorkSafe
Fact sheet
18 May 2018

Manual tasks - Risk management - Construction Industry

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Manual task injuries remain one of the largest single causes of injury in the construction industry. These injuries not only cause pain and suffering to the injured worker and their families but also...
WorkSafe
Fact sheet
10 Aug 2021

Health care - Violence and aggression incident investigation checklist

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This checklist designed for employees, OSH Representatives or supervisors in the health care industry to assist with investigation of incidents resulting from violence and aggression from clients/...
WorkSafe
Template
12 Feb 2018

OSH newsletter – Asbestos in Plant and Equipment

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This occupational safety and health (OSH) newsletter has been developed to provide information and assistance to workplaces that import plant and equipment or spare parts for plant and equipment. It...
WorkSafe
Checklist
11 Jan 2018

OSH in store-based retailing

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In 2017/18, WorkSafe WA is conducting a proactive inspection campaign focusing on other store based retailing outlets, with a view to improving safety within the industry. The campaign will involve...
WorkSafe
Checklist
27 Nov 2017

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