October marks National Safe Work Month across Australia, a dedicated time for employers, employees, and communities to recommit to creating safe and healthy workplaces. This year’s theme, “Safety: Every Job, Every Day”, reminds us that safety is not a one-off initiative but a daily responsibility that protects lives, strengthens businesses, and builds trust
October Safe Work Month, established in 2008, raises awareness of workplace health and safety. As Ms Baxter from Safe Work noted, “Leading and supporting a strong safety culture is everyone’s business.
This years theme is “Be a Safety Champion”, outlining how moment’s forethought can prevent harm. Safe Work Australia are encouraging safety practices as simple as taking a moment before the day to highlight potential hazards and risks in your workplace, and how to minimise them. Business owners, managers and employers have the duty to ensure these health and safety practices for all employees at work.
Poor workplace health and safety can cause serious injury, illness, or death. Despite declining fatalities and claims, these issues still cost Australians $61.8 billion annually, along with the emotional toll on families, friends, and colleagues.
Additionally, various infographics and posters can be found on their website to promote awareness and these safe practices.
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Title: National Safe Work Month
Source: Safe Work Australia
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