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Congratulations to the winners of the 25th Annual National Safety Awards of Excellence

Congratulations to the winners of the 25th Annual National Safety Awards of Excellence

Buildsafe was the winner of the coveted Pinnacle Award at the 2017 National Safety Awards of Excellence. Falls from ladders on construction sites was identified as a major safety issue for which Buildsafe developed an innovative solution, the Void Platform Stair System, providing protection cover that works in conjunction with a set of stairs for unrestricted safe access. This new system has improved the overall safety of workers by significantly reducing the risks associated with climbing ladders on construction sites. To meet all the finalists, highly commended and winners, read more.

Eliminate Drug abuse at your workplace

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Businesses lack knowledge about bullying risks, research reveals
Failure to notify a WHS reportable incident — beware of consequences
Company fined over a fall from height
Occupational asthma rates could be vastly under-reported
Suicide stigma broken down by Mates in Construction program

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Talk from the top

The NSCA Foundation would like to congratulate all finalists, highly commended and winners from the 2017 NSCA Foundation/GIO Workers Compensation National Safety Awards of Excellence announced at the Gala Awards Luncheon on Thursday 12 October 2017 at Doltone House, Hyde Park. To meet all the finalists, highly commended and winners, read more.

Membership update

We have produced a calendar for 2018 which features a selection of vintage posters. Join or renew by 30 November to receive a 2018 NSCA Foundation vintage calendar in your member pack. For more details download our brochure or contact our Membership Team on 02 8879 8289 or membership@nsca.org.au.

 

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Sydney Workshop — Are you paying too much for Workers Compensation?
1 November

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Melbourne Workshop — A guide to conducting workplace investigations – for managers and HR professionals
2 November

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Brisbane Workshop — Beyond the fluff – How to create a wellness strategy that impacts your bottom line
15 November

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Sydney Workshop — Workplace Mental Health – Foundations of Early Intervention
27 November

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Using Augmented Reality For Better Safety Outcomes

Automotive Mechanics Guide to Workplace Safety 2017/18 – Released
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