According to Safework, exposure to chemicals is 100% preventable. Reducing exposure to hazardous chemicals at work is essential to creating a healthy, safe & productive workplace. It is also a key focus area in the Work Health & Safety Roadmap 2022. Workers that were exposed to hazardous chemicals has recent resulted in the conviction and company fine of $110,000.
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Most tradies are known for being ‘tough’ and ‘fit’. However, with the unhealthy work environment of long work hours and heavy tools it can take a toll on their health, leading to many illnesses that are hard to tough out.
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Hazardous manual tasks are the most common causes of workplace injuries with 29% of injuries at work relating to manual handling. We wanted to provide businesses with some key tips that can help you reduce the likelihood of injuries in your workplace.
Consequences of breaches and disregard for the safety of workers result in various fines and mandatory measures to correct misconduct. Failing to comply with WHS duties are reflected in 3 different degrees of severity under the WHS Act, depending on their circumstances, outcomes and whether recklessness is shown by the employer in their duty to ensure appropriate WHS for their workers.
During the last 4 years, more than 145,000 workers have been injured as a result of hazardous manual tasks. WHS legislation specifically defines hazardous manual tasks & businesses are able to take simple steps to minimise risks & provide a safer workplace.