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11
Apr
Handling product ingredients in food manufacturing
A safety alert to remind persons conducting a business or undertaking in the food product manufacturing sector to manage the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) by complying with their duties under work health and safety legislation.
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28
Nov
Plastic soleplates for scaffolds
SafeWork NSW has observed use of unsuitable plastic soleplates, mainly on residential construction sites. Faults include showing signs of failure, bending and cracking under the weight of scaffolding.
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20
Aug
Strong and gusty winds in construction
Employers and principal contractors must proactively manage the risks associated with high winds on construction sites, to reduce the risk of serious injuries and fatalities.
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09
May
Japanese Encephalitis
JEV has been detected in commercial piggeries in Southern, Western and New England areas of NSW, and in Queensland, Victoria and South Australia.
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12
Jul
Workplace health and safety during the mouse plague
Areas of rural and regional NSW are currently affected by an ongoing mouse plague which may increase health and safety risks for those in contact with rodents, especially farmers and agricultural workers.
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31
Mar
Working with super tilt heavy vehicle recovery trucks and trailers, safety alert
This safety alert is to remind businesses (PCBUs) and workers working with super tilt heavy recovery vehicles of the hazards associated with the plant in particular, winches, cables and powered elements used to haul, load and secure vehicles.
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14
Aug
Hazardous chemical safety in the event of a shutdown or reduced operations due to coronavirus (COVID-19)
This safety alert is about planning to manage the risks from hazardous chemicals when temporarily shutting down or reducing the extent of your operations due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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05
May
Supply of fake face masks
This safety alert highlights factors to consider when buying a respiratory protection mask.