Safety alerts

WorkSafe is issuing a reminder to farmers about the importance of ensuring that farm machinery is safely operated.

A reminder of the prohibition on using, installing and importing goods into Victoria that contain, or are suspected of containing, asbestos.

WorkSafe reminds employers about the risks associated with demolishing buildings and structures.

A reminder to employers and self-employed persons about controlling the risks associated with using concrete-placing equipment.

WorkSafe reminds persons who erect, maintain, and manage scaffolds about the risks associated with overturning scaffolds.

WorkSafe is reminding operators of prescribed mines of the requirements to review, and, if necessary, revise their safety management system and major mining hazard safety assessments.

WorkSafe is reminding occupiers of premises where dangerous goods are stored and handled to control risks associated with welding or cutting used flammable drums and fuel tanks.

This safety alert is a reminder to anyone who erects or manages hanging bracket scaffolds. It highlights the risks of not providing adequate or safe access.

WorkSafe is reminding employers about the risks of using Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) on construction sites.