Safety alerts

This is a reminder for businesses that sell plastic jerry cans and removable marine fuel tanks. The Dangerous Goods (Transport by Road and Rail) Regulations 2018 requires these fuel containers to comply with the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code).

Quarry and mine operators must ensure that all plant is electrically isolated, tagged out and tested for dead before doing maintenance activities. Employees can suffer serious or fatal injuries when plant accidentally activates or stored energy releases.

WorkSafe is issuing a reminder about the importance of ensuring farm machinery is correctly maintained and the importance of training when acquiring new or second-hand powered mobile plant.

A WorkSafe reminder for employers to ensure that work areas are safe when employees operate mobile plant on raised ramps and elevated stockpiles.

WorkSafe is reminding employers and employees about the serious risks involved with transporting dangerous goods in tool of trade (TOT) vehicles.

WorkSafe is reminding employers about controlling risks associated with using ozone generating machines.

WorkSafe Victoria is issuing a reminder about the importance of proper support and bracing for steel reinforcement bars during construction.

WorkSafe is reminding the public that only qualified, licenced pyrotechnicians are allowed to use or possess fireworks in Victoria.

WorkSafe is reminding employers about controlling risks associated with lead-based paint removal.