Japanese Encephalitis (JE) is a rare but serious mosquito?borne disease. SafeWork NSW has issued a safety alert to help employers and workers understand the risks, prevention strategies, and workplace responsibilities. Several commercial piggeries had been infected with JEV, mostly in the southern, western, and New England areas of NSW, as well as in Queensland, Victoria & South Australia. SafeWork has provided information to assist businesses.
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A welcome relief for many NSW businesses, with close contacts no longer having to quarantine provided they wear a face mask in indoor settings. The pandemic is not over however restrictions can be lifted. Positive cases will still be required to complete the weeklong isolation.
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Creating a healthy and safe workplace will support the health, safety, and wellbeing of workers of all ages. Managing an ageing workforce is becoming an important consideration for all Australian workplaces.
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Evidence shows an individual recovers from an injury better at work than by remaining at home. Being off work not only impacts your workers health and wellbeing, yet remaining at home can have a negative impact on their financial situation as well as relationships with colleagues, family and friends.
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Road safety is more than just following traffic rules, it’s about protecting lives, preventing accidents, and creating a culture of responsibility on the road. At ABILITY GROUP, we believe that every journey should begin and end safely. Our Road Safety Program is designed to raise awareness, educate communities, and implement practical solutions that reduce risks for drivers, passengers, and pedestrians.
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The current outbreak of Omicron has led to increasing challenges for mental health. SIRA has launched a new mental health support line to provide a free service for individuals experiencing a mental health concern. Read more to find out about this new support line...
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