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Dangers relating to falling objects while lifting, lowering and suspending loads  

Wednesday 28 October 2026

WorkSafe Victoria reminds employers and self-employed persons to control the risks associated with falling objects when lifting, lowering or suspending loads in the workplace.

Worker fatally crushed by loading ramp  

Monday 26 October 2026

A worker has died after becoming trapped under a loading ramp at a farm in Waggarandall, near Shepparton, yesterday.

WorkSafe extends support for country footy  

Friday 23 October 2026

WorkSafe will continue backing country footy and promoting workplace safety in regional communities after renewing its long-standing partnership with AFL Victoria.

Informative and innovative Health and Safety Month webinars  

Wednesday 21 October 2026

More than 5,000 people have signed up to get expert advice and practical tips from WorkSafe’s annual Health and Safety Month webinars.

Waterproofing company charged following fire  

Monday 19 October 2026

WorkSafe has charged a waterproofing company after two workers suffered significant burns at a residential construction site in Armadale.

Solar installer fined $70,000 for ignoring falls risk  

Thursday 15 October 2026

An electrical company has been convicted and fined a total of $70,000 after putting workers at risk of a near six-metre fall at a Dandenong building site.

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