Mental health and mental wellbeing are oft used terms, but many in a male dominated industry like the crane sector dismiss it saying, “it won’t impact me”.
Melbourne construction scaled back to 25%
Construction sites for large buildings in Melbourne must reduce their workforce to the practical minimum and can have no more than 25 per cent of their workers on site at any time following new COVID-19 restrictions. Read more
Compliance blitz begins for NSW crane operators
New South Wales crane operators are being put on notice as SafeWork inspectors begin a compliance blitz across the state next month. Read more
Accidents cost everyone
A continued rise in crane accidents is driving change throughout the insurance sector, says UAA. Read more
Lendlease uses access bridge for Barangaroo tower cranes
Lendlease has recently implemented a new system that allows for safe and convenient access to crane towers from the sides of a building at Sydney’s Barangaroo precinct. Read more
Powerline safety tool saving lives
The recently released lookupandlive.com.au is an online powerline safety planning tool, designed to save lives in the Queensland crane sector. Read more
New site safety initiative to boost engagement at ground level
A new national safety initiative called the Site Safety Alliance aims to make it easier, faster and more cost-effective to engage workers in a culture of safety. Read more
Laing O’Rourke to contribute $249,500 into chain of responsibility education
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has accepted an enforceable undertaking (EU) from Laing O’Rourke Australia Construction to see $249,500 invested into chain of responsibility education. Read more
WorkSafe Victoria begin height safety blitz
The Victorian Government has warned employers that they will be held accountable for putting workers lives at risk when working at height. Read more
Melrose host pick and carry safety day
Melrose Cranes recently hosted a safety and awareness open day, designed to highlight the latest developments in safety features and technology for articulated, pick and carry cranes. Read more