Author: Mike Bent

“Empowering Safety: Essential Anaphylaxis and Asthma Awareness for Schools and Workplaces” Anaphylaxis Awareness and Emergency Asthma Management Understanding and managing anaphylaxis and asthma is crucial, especially in professional and educational settings where the safety and wellbeing of employees, students, and visitors is a primary responsibility. These conditions are often sudden, life-threatening, and require immediate attention. …

Introduction to Electrical Safety Awareness Electrical safety awareness is essential in maintaining a secure, compliant, and productive workplace. Whether in an office, workshop, or industrial setting, the presence of electrical systems and equipment introduces potential hazards that, if not managed effectively, can lead to serious injuries, fatalities, or even catastrophic property damage.  This article covers…

Introduction – Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Sexual harassment in the workplace is a significant issue impacting individuals across all professions and roles. In Australia, promoting sexual harassment awareness and enforcing preventative measures are essential steps in creating a safe, respectful, and legally compliant environment.  Such efforts are not only proactive but are also backed…

“Elevated Work Platform Awareness: Your Essential Guide to Safe and Compliant Operation” Elevated Work Platform Awareness: An Introduction Elevated Work Platforms (EWPs) are essential tools in various industries across Australia, enabling operators to safely reach heights for tasks like construction, maintenance, and repairs. However, operating an EWP without a strong understanding of the machine’s mechanics,…

“Safe Work Awareness: Essential Knowledge for Compliance and Safety“ Introduction to Safe Work Awareness Safe Work Awareness is vital for fostering a safe and compliant workplace. This responsibility rests not only on workers but also on professionals, educators, and HR managers who are integral to implementing and maintaining a culture of safety.  In Australia, workplace…

“Mastering the Road: Essential Guide to Completing Your National Driver Work Diary” Introduction: Navigating Compliance on the Road In Australia’s road transport industry, maintaining compliance is a crucial task for ensuring both safety and legality in operations. The National Driver Work Diary (NDWD) is an essential tool for truck drivers, fleet managers, and HR professionals…

Telematics changes in NSW and QLD 1 June 2024 Operators in New South Wales and Queensland who use telematics need to be aware of telematics changes that commence 1 June 2024. New South Wales Operators with Performance Based Standards (PBS) vehicles operating under permit in NSW where mass monitoring is currently an agreed condition of…

Supporting industry through regulatory change: Heavy vehicle compliance in Queensland has transferred to the NHVR The NHVR can now provide a more streamlined approach to heavy vehicle regulation, following the transition of services in Queensland on Saturday 20 April 2024. The NHVR’s priority is ensuring we are supporting you throughout this transition. We recognise navigating…

The NHVR and the South Australian Department of Infrastructure and Transport (DIT) have approved a new configuration – the BA-triple – for use on the road train network on state-controlled roads in South Australia. BA-triples are now an eligible combination under the National Class 2 Road Train Authorisation Notice 2022 (No.3) (in South Australia only)…