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Calling all sparkies - connect with us for Electrical Safety Week

Kickstart your September with Electrical Safety Week 2023 a series of events for electrical industry leaders, workers, contractors and apprentices.

15 August 2023
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Rocklea tyre recycling business second conviction following $650,000 fine

A Rocklea tyre recycling business which pleaded guilty and was fined $650,000 in the Brisbane District Court in June, has again been convicted without further fines when the matter for a 2020 workplace incident returned to the Brisbane Magistrates Court recently.

15 August 2023
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WorkCover Queensland invests in the safety of forklift users

With over 700 forklift-related injuries per year in Queensland, WorkCover is demonstrating its commitment to safety with the Harmful Equipment (Forklifts) Injury Risk Reduction Initiative.

3 August 2023
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Public Health Services Table of Costs update – effective 1 July 2023

WorkCover Queensland has updated our Public Health Services Table of Costs, which was published in the Queensland Government Gazette and will apply from 1 July 2023.

21 July 2023
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Glen's story

Glen Bennett's life changed dramatically when he was involved in an horrific crash in central Queensland. Now, nearly three years on, it’s been a steep road to recovery, but Glen’s positive mindset and strong support network have been crucial.

29 June 2023
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Updated Allied Health fees - effective 1 July 2023

WorkCover Queensland has updated the Allied Health Tables of Costs, effective 1 July 2023.

22 June 2023
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WorkCover continues to offer Queenslanders exceptional value and a sustainable fund

WorkCover continues to support Queensland workers and employers while offering some of the best value for money for a workers’ compensation insurance scheme in Australia.

6 June 2023
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Electrical Safety Office director awarded by Standards Australia

Electrical Safety Office director awarded national W.R Hebblewhite Medal. Brian Richardson acknowledged for his contribution and foresight to safety.

29 May 2023
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Contributory negligence found against hospital worker who injured shoulder

A Queensland Supreme Court judge has awarded damages to a hospital worker who injured her shoulder while assisting a co-worker to move a mattress at work but found contributory negligence on the part of the worker also played a role in the injury.

25 May 2023
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Put your safety achievements on show at the 2023 Work Well Awards

Showcase your safety excellence by entering the Work Well Awards 2023 (formerly Safe Work and Return to Work Awards). We want to hear about Queensland’s best risk management solutions, safety systems, work health and wellbeing initiatives, and safety leaders.

19 May 2023
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Electrical Safety Act to enter a new era as public consultation opens

Queenslanders encouraged to have their say on changes to the Electrical Safety Act.

16 May 2023
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Release of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (Qld) Review Report

The Queensland Government has accepted all 31 recommendations from an independent review of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (WHS Act), which sought to clarify and enhance its existing frameworks and ensure its overall effectiveness.

5 May 2023