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Construction worker lays hurt on the ground indicating a notifiable incident

Notifiable Incident

A Comprehensive Guide for Construction Pros In the construction industry, understanding notifiable incidents is not just a legal requirement—it’s a critical aspect of maintaining a safe and secure…

Understanding 'what is WHS' is crucial to keep tradespeople and construction workers safe on site.

What is WHS?

Understanding Work Health and Safety (WHS) in Australia: A Comprehensive Guide for Tradespeople and Construction Workers. What is WHS?  WHS, or Work Health and Safety, is a critical…

Construction worker adjusts harness for working at heights. A SWMS is required by construction workers when working at heights.

SWMS Meaning: Understanding SWMS in Australia

In the Australian construction industry, implementing effective risk management practices is essential. One crucial tool is the Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS). In this comprehensive guide, we will…

A builder conducts quality control inspections on a construction site. ISO 9001 compliance Australia.

ISO 9001 Quality Management Compliance in Australia

To help you achieve excellence, we’ll guide you through ISO 9001 Quality Management compliance for the building industry in Australia. In the dynamic landscape of the building and…

OH and S gear pictured - work boots, hard hat, safety goggle and gloves

The Ultimate Guide to OH and S for Builders and Tradespeople

In building and construction, Occupational Health and Safety (OH and S or OH&S) is not just a requirement; it’s a crucial aspect of ensuring a safe and productive…

A safety officer is writing a report as part of a WHS incident reporting procedure.

WHS Incident Reporting Procedure for construction

An accurate WHS incident reporting procedure on construction sites is paramount to a safety-first ethos. It empowers immediate responses, drives continuous improvement, promotes safe work sites, ensures compliance,…

Construction worker stands with machinery used to reduce manual handling.

What is Manual Handling?

In the trades and construction industries, manual handling is an inherent reality. It’s the cornerstone of everyday operations, involving the physical manipulation of objects to achieve tasks. From…

Quality assurance in building construction ensures the end product meets the highest standards of safety, functionality, and durability. A quality inspector reports on building quality.

What is quality assurance in building construction?

In building construction, quality assurance is an indispensable aspect that ensures the end product meets the highest standards of safety, functionality, and durability. We’ll delve into what quality…

A WHS incident is an unplanned event at work that can cause harm. The image shows an event like this on a construction site - a worker is hurt.

What is the definition of a WHS incident? For tradespeople

If you’re a tradesperson, and you need to know ‘what is the definition of a WHS incident’, we’ve outlined it for you in this blog. The construction industry…

Personal protect equipment (PPE), like high vis vests and hard hats are the last line of defence on the hierarchy of controls.

The Hierarchy of Controls in WHS: Construction

In construction, safety isn’t just a goal; it’s a non-negotiable priority.  Amidst heavy machinery, skilled trades, and towering structures, the hierarchy of controls stand as a beacon of…