Safety alerts

A reminder to employers and self-employed persons about controlling the risks associated with using concrete-placing equipment.

WorkSafe reminds persons who erect, maintain, and manage scaffolds about the risks associated with overturning scaffolds.

WorkSafe is reminding operators of prescribed mines of the requirements to review, and, if necessary, revise their safety management system and major mining hazard safety assessments.

WorkSafe is reminding occupiers of premises where dangerous goods are stored and handled to control risks associated with welding or cutting used flammable drums and fuel tanks.

This safety alert is a reminder to anyone who erects or manages hanging bracket scaffolds. It highlights the risks of not providing adequate or safe access.

WorkSafe is reminding employers about the risks of using Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) on construction sites.

WorkSafe is reminding employers about controlling the risks associated with misuse of alcohol-based hand sanitiser in workplaces. This reminder follows recent incidents in healthcare facilities.

WorkSafe is issuing a reminder about the risks of spraying with paints containing isocyanates.

This safety alert is for employers in Victorian hospitals and other healthcare settings. It reminds them of the need to ensure employees have appropriate duress alarms and know where to find duress alarms and how to use them.