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Geelong, Victoria
Joined September 2009
With holiday season around the corner, workplaces can get busy and emotions can run high. But no matter the situation, aggression and violence are never acceptable. Here are examples of what crosses the line, even when stress levels rise. Learn more: https://t.co/5kU91egmp9
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A fruit packing company has pledged to spend $340,000 to improve health and safety outcomes after a worker’s hand was injured in a conveyor belt. Read more: https://t.co/ZpGnldN0fs
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WorkSafe is investigating following the death of a roofer from a fall at a commercial factory in Vermont on Saturday. Read more: https://t.co/DbSObd6m3G
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A severe weather warning has been issued by the @BOM_Vic for every forecast district, with widespread damaging winds including gusts of up to 100km/h expected to develop across most of Victoria. Tips for working safely in windy conditions: https://t.co/XHoyLVCe9x
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WorkSafe has charged a health care provider following the death of a patient at Mitcham Private Hospital. Read more: https://t.co/TWh2f2LWpi
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A company providing commercial laundry services in Dandenong South has been convicted and fined $270,000 after a driver died following a fall from a truck's elevated tailgate. Read more: https://t.co/8lzW0AJA6q
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This month, we partnered with @WorkSafe_Vic to deliver a 'Safe Handling of Cattle' session in Hamilton. Working with animals is part of the job for many farmers – but doing it safely is essential. Check out our Animal Handling fact sheet for more info: https://t.co/0LoosEng6a
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A farmer has been fatally crushed while operating a tractor on a property at Heytesbury Lower, near Peterborough, on Monday. Read more: https://t.co/RaVMKG1Pz1
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On this day 55 years ago, a 2,000-tonne span of the partially completed West Gate Bridge collapsed into the Yarra River below. The tragedy took the lives of 35 men and injured many more. They were fathers, sons, partners and friends. Today we remember them.
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WorkSafe has charged the general manager of a chemical manufacturing company after a worker died at a Derrimut factory in October 2023. Read more: https://t.co/CafALUXqmf
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A labourer has died during the mechanical demolition of a three-storey brick home in Avondale Heights on Wednesday. Read more: https://t.co/gcMwfVrn4t
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To thank the volunteers who give their time each year, WorkSafe AFL Victoria Country Clubs were invited to nominate an outstanding volunteer, including the six hosts of the @WorkSafe_Vic Country Club Games. Read about those six volunteers below 🔗👇 https://t.co/aEbyKj3i5y
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As we reflect on another season of country footy, let's look back at some of our country footy volunteers for 2025.
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October is Health and Safety month! 🚜 A productive workplace is a safe workplace. This #FarmingSafeandWell tip of the week is to head to @WorkSafe_Vic and take a look at the regional, in-person and online events happening across Victoria this month. To browse the regional
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To celebrate our 2nd anniversary, we are launching our NEW Xyraz™ Modular iPhone 17 Charging Dock + Stand for your MagSafe Charger! Works with iPhone 17, 17 Pro & 17 Pro Max with MagSafe compatible cases and is fully adjustable!!
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A manufacturer of masonry products for the construction industry has pledged to spend $295,000 to improve health and safety outcomes after a worker’s hand was crushed by a forklift. Read more: https://t.co/YH5LNtffpq
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WorkSafe has charged a chemical manufacturer after a worker died at a Derrimut factory in October 2023. Read more: https://t.co/I0TsEHsf3V
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Reducing psychological harm benefits everyone in Victorian workplaces. From December, new regulations will give employers clear advice on how to identify hazards and manage risks to psychological health. For more information and practical resources 👉 https://t.co/LwjFhepwpO
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Health and Safety Month is here! Level up your workplace safety skills with our in-person and online events this October. Hear the latest advice and insights from health and safety experts across a range of industries. Spots are limited, secure yours 👉 https://t.co/fG6qIcBrrR
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Trump economy: Wealth gap wider. Car loan defaults highest in decades. Credit card defaults highest since 2010. Student loan defaults surging. Household debt all-time high. Consumer sentiment lower than in financial crisis. 87% of stocks held by top 1/3. Read Full Article:
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A recidivist builder and a metal fabricator have been fined a total of $65,000 after they failed to control fall risks on residential construction sites in Boronia and Noble Park. #MediaRelease Read more: https://t.co/t4s54QgHEC
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A registered WorkSafe service provider has been charged following an investigation into alleged fraudulent billing for services to injured workers. #MediaRelease Read more: https://t.co/eAj8dQPHhl
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