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06
Mar
Minister welcomes historic fine for standing down Health and Safety worker over COVID concerns
Ministerial media releases
The NSW Minister for Work Health and Safety Sophie Cotsis today welcomed the landmark conviction and fine of Qantas, one of the nation’s largest companies, for standing down a worker who raised work health and safety concerns.
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22
Feb
NSW Government to transform SafeWork NSW into standalone work, health and safety regulator
Ministerial media releases
The New South Wales Government will transform SafeWork into a standalone regulator following a 12-month inquiry by former judge The Hon. Robert McDougall KC.
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19
Feb
$900k in fines handed out as SafeWork cracks down on falls from heights threats
Almost $1 million in fines have been issued at the halfway point of SafeWork NSW’s 12-month blitz on falls from heights.
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03
Feb
Five deaths at workplaces in four days prompts safety reminder
Ministerial media releases
The NSW Government says 5 workplace deaths in 4 days serves as a sad reminder to employers and businesses about safety.
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29
Jan
SafeWork NSW welcomes independent review
The Hon Robert McDougall KC was commissioned by the NSW Government in October 2022 to carry out a review of SafeWork NSW to make recommendations in relation to the performance and effectiveness of SafeWork’s compliance and enforcement functions.
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11
Jan
Be wary of dangers when bringing children to worksites
SafeWork NSW is reminding parents and guardians of the dangers of taking children to worksites.
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09
Jan
SafeWork NSW welcomes 35 new inspectors to the ranks
35 SafeWork Inspectors graduated from the New Inspector Training Program. They are set to play a vital role in ensuring the safety of workers on job sites across the state.
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28
Dec
Don’t get burned this holiday: Steer clear of illegal fireworks
As the New Year approaches, SafeWork NSW is urging the public to leave firework displays to the experts. Those found to be in possession of fireworks without a licence or security clearance can face a fine of up to $38,500, 12 months imprisonment, or both.