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ENFORCEMENT
Demolition company fined after worker injury
A serious injury to a worker when he was struck by an excavator at a residential construction site has led to the conviction of a demolition company for failing to adequately enforce key safety controls.
Banned scaffold leads to conviction for builder
A South Australian builder has been fined after workers were allowed to use unsafe scaffolding that was subject to a SafeWork SA prohibition notice, highlighting the importance of having effective systems in place.
Crushing plant injury prompts improvements
A recycling company has agreed to invest nearly $350,000 in safety improvements following a significant injury to a worker at one of its material recovery centres.
Gym commits to major safety spend
A gym operator and its director have committed to more than $210,000 in safety improvements after allegedly exposing workers and others to risks associated with airborne asbestos.
LEGISLATION
High-risk construction work changes begin
Whether you’re a sole trader, labourer, apprentice or contractor, construction work at heights above two metres is now classed as high-risk construction work following changes to the Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012 from 1 July 2026.
SAFETY CHAMPIONS
Nominate a star HSR
Do you know a Health and Safety Representative (HSR) who goes above and beyond for the safety of others at work? Why not nominate them for SafeWork SA's HSR of the Year Award. We are looking for a HSR who consistently champions workplace safety, with the winner announced at the 2026 HSR Forum in October. Applications close Sunday, 23 August 2026.
Turning the page on workplace safety
What started as a passion for books has evolved into a commitment to workplace safety. Meet Tammy Barry and learn how her Health and Safety Representative (HSR) journey has led to her making a positive difference for workers and her community.
WEBINARS
Learn how to unpack psychosocial hazards
With psychosocial hazards firmly on the WHS agenda, understanding how to assess risks effectively has never been more important. This webinar analyses assessment methods to help define what a psychosocial risk assessment is, common approaches/misconceptions and what tools are available.
Stop the strain of manual tasks at work
Are you effectively managing musculoskeletal risks in your workplace? Join SafeWork SA and ReturnToWorkSA to explore common gaps in hazardous manual task risk management and discover practical strategies to strengthen your approach in combating the avoidable hazards.
RESOURCES
Put safety front and centre at work
Our Safety at work is a serious job awareness campaign highlights three common and preventable workplace risks: Falls from heights, slips and trips, and roll-away vehicles. You can actively spread the message by downloading free campaign resources, including posters and social media content, to help reinforce safety messages with your teams, networks and worksites.
Free silicosis lung screenings
Have you been exposed to dust at work or worked with engineered stone? You could be at risk of silicosis - a serious lung disease caused by breathing in silica dust. Eligible workers can access free lung screenings through the MAQOHSC Lung Screening Program.
