Last month a traffic controller died near Marlborough. It serves as a reminder that working on road construction can be dangerous and it is essential for all safety measures are in place especially in areas that are congested with road…
Managers Exposed Under National Laws
According to a law expert managers at trucking companies need to know how they may be personally exposed under the national heavy vehicle laws. Ben Keenan of Holding Redlich also mentions the breadth of the powers that the National Heavy…
Drink Driving Forklift Operation
The NSW police have charged a man originally from Queensland for allegedly driving a forklift while he was drunk at the Sydney Showgrounds on Sunday March 31st about 1am. The police are alleging that the 27 year old man had…
Transport Requirements for Class 1 Explosives – Dangerous Goods
Transporting dangerous goods by road is a dangerous task to undertake. There are numerous classifications for the different types of goods that can be transported and there may be some variation with the regulations for the different Australian states and…
Musculoskeletal Issues FAQ’s Continued
There are so many different queries that are often asked about musculoskeletal injuries and definitions that it is worth bringing you this additional information from DEIR Queensland . Can screening workers before employment be a good control measure for manual…
Sedentary Work Can be Bad for Blue Collar Workers
Research that was recently released has shown that all workers that have sedentary occupations are at risk and not just those that work in white collar occupations. Generally we see those at risk from sedentary work lives are people that…
Useful Fatigue Information for Managers and Loading Staff
It is essential that it is not just left up to drivers top manage their own fatigue within the freight industry. In fact the laws require that everyone that has a responsibility within a supply chain ensures that they do…
Findings of the “Safe Handling When Securing Loads on Trucks” Advisory Campaign
During the course of this campaign 427 advisory inspections were conducted between February and June 2012 at different transport depots in the state of Queensland. The Inspectors looked at the work health and safety risks of the load restraint equipment…
A Look At Musculoskeletal Issues FAQ’s
There are a lot said in various ways about avoiding musculoskeletal issues but sometimes it can be a bit confusing for the layperson to understand what exactly is being referred to. Let’s have a closer look at how they can…
Tips on How to Safely Load a Truck
Loading a truck safely takes consideration and care. Not only do the goods need to reach their destination safely without any kind of damage but also it is also essential that the method of loading does not pose any risk…
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