Safety alerts

WorkSafe Victoria is reminding employers about managing the risk of falling more than two metres through plaster ceilings.

WorkSafe is issuing a reminder to retailers about the dangers of illegally selling distress signals, commonly known as marine flares or flares.

WorkSafe is issuing a reminder about the safe operation of powered mobile plant on farms.

WorkSafe is issuing a reminder about the dangers of illegal and unsafe liquified petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders. The reminder is for businesses and private premises that use LPG.

WorkSafe reminds employers and occupiers of premises where dangerous goods are stored and handled about managing the risks associated with decanting and blending flammable liquids.

WorkSafe is issuing a reminder about the risks associated with operating mobile plant on batters and slopes after an operator was injured when an eight-tonne excavator overturned while moving felled trees.

Worksafe is reminding mine and quarry operators about managing the risks associated with plant and access to plant danger areas.

WorkSafe is reminding mine operators about managing the risks associated with explosives.

WorkSafe is issuing a reminder about the risks of using, storing and charging equipment that has lithium-ion batteries.