Safety Insights Hub
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practical, real-world updates and resources to help businesses stay compliant and confident.
What Happens When You Receive a Prohibition Notice in Victoria
A prohibition notice stops work. It doesn't suggest. A former WorkSafe inspector walks through what the notice actually prohibits, what you can usually keep doing, and how to get it lifted without escalating the matter.
Director Due Diligence: What WorkSafe Investigators Look For
A director taking reasonable care isn't just documenting safety. They're actively pulling hazard information, approving engineering controls, and ensuring those controls actually work. Learn the three observable behaviours that separate defensible directors from those at risk, based on what a former WorkSafe Inspector sees during investigations.
Plant and Equipment Safety in Victorian Workplaces: What the Compliance Code Actually Requires
Victorian employers using plant and equipment must meet the WorkSafe Compliance Code. Most are not. Find out what inspectors look for and where businesses fall short.
Notifiable Incidents Under the OHS Act 2004 (Vic): When You Must Notify WorkSafe
Notifiable incidents under the OHS Act 2004 (Vic) must be reported to WorkSafe Victoria immediately. Learn when notification is required, how plant and near-miss incidents are treated, and the penalties for failing to comply.
PPE for Chemical Storage and Handling
PPE decisions for chemical storage and handling should not start with equipment. This article explains how chemical identification, registers, Safety Data Sheets and regulatory obligations should drive PPE selection for both normal operations and emergencies.
Choosing the Right PPE: A Practical Guide for Victorian Employers
A practical, risk-based guide for Victorian employers on choosing the right PPE under the OHS Act 2004, including common inspection failures and how to build a simple, defensible PPE system.
What Are Workplace Safety Procedures? A Risk-Based Guide for Employers
A clear overview of workplace safety procedures, REC (Risk–Exposure–Consequence), SFAIRP and how to design procedures that support safe, consistent work.
How to Begin a Psychosocial Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide for Australian Workplaces
Workplace psychological health is now a core compliance priority. Learn how to identify and manage psychosocial hazards with a structured, practical approach that helps protect workers, improve wellbeing, and meet legal duties under the OHS (Psychological Health) Regulations 2025.

