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Coffee safety

Ensuring safety in coffee consumption and preparation is paramount to a healthy and productive workplace environment. From the careful handling of electrical appliances to the proper storage of milk and adherence to hygiene protocols, maintaining coffee safety practices is essential.

By prioritizing precautions against potential hazards such as electrical accidents, fire risks, and contamination, workplaces can create a coffee culture that not only fosters enjoyment but also safeguards the well-being of employees. With vigilance, education, and proactive measures, coffee safety becomes an integral part of promoting overall workplace health and safety standards.

When to enjoy coffee

Take away coffee  

A convenient way to grab your morning brew on the go.

Home espresso  

A perfect start to rise and shine.

Iced coffee  

A nice lunchtime referesher on a warm day.

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  1. Electrical incidents contribute to 7% of workplace fatalities nationally. Ensuring safe coffee machine use, with intact power cords and plugs, is paramount to prevent accidents and fatalities in the workplace.

Coffee, coffee and more coffee

The Brewmaster Summit: Redefining office coffee excellence

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Statistics

72%  

Number of workers who believe that taking coffee breaks improves productivity.

4 out of 5  

Victorians who regularly consume coffee. Stock the good stuff.

10%  

Workplace injuries are from slips, trips, and falls. Mop up your milk.

Compare bean types

Arabica beans are:

  • grown at high altitudes above 800m
  • grown in places with higher climates
  • mild, well balanced in flavour
  • a more expensive coffee bean
  • naturally lower in caffeine

Robusta beans are

  • commonly used in instant coffee (eew!)
  • grown at lower altitudes between 200m-800m
  • grown in places with lower climates
  • more astringent and bitter in flavour
  • are heavily wired with twice the amount of caffeine than Arabica beans
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Prevent the injury before it happens  

From back pain to burnout, we’re here to help you support physical and mental health on site.

Facilities on housing sites  

This guidance is for contractors and builders undertaking housing construction. It outlines the occupational health and safety (OHS) duties of employers to provide employees with services on building sites. 

Construction site security fencing  

This guidance is to remind employers of the need to provide appropriate site security measures, such as temporary fencing, on construction sites. It can help you identify and manage on-site hazards to ensure a safer work place for everyone.

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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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Brewing coffee safely  

In workplaces across Victoria, the ritual of brewing coffee is as ubiquitous as the morning sun. However, amidst the aromatic steam and comforting hum of coffee machines, it's crucial to prioritize safety.

Brewing coffee safely  

In workplaces across Victoria, the ritual of brewing coffee is as ubiquitous as the morning sun. However, amidst the aromatic steam and comforting hum of coffee machines, it's crucial to prioritize safety.

The stronger, the better  

Great tasting coffee in strong doses boosts workplace safety and improves wellbeing.

The Brewmaster Summit: Redefining office coffee excellence  

Monday 01/04/2024 to Friday 05/04/2024 at 9:00am to 4:59pm

WorkSafe head office 1 Malop street, Geelong

Show off your barista skills, learn from the best and drink buckets of great coffee.

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Safety first when you're brewing coffee. Check machines, handle electricals carefully, and be fire-wise.

Let's brew safe for a hazard-free coffee corner. Your perfect cup starts with a double shot of safety.

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Sip, savor, and boost your mood with coffee. 

Elevate your mental health – coffee's antioxidants and caffeine can enhance focus and lift your spirits. 

Make each cup a moment of self-care. Brew joy for a healthier mind. Take that coffee break and savor the positive vibes.

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