Increases in larger civil construction “mega-projects” could lead to the problem of workplace dust illnesses growing as well, according to the Australian Workers’ Union. The warning came as the AWU calls on the NSW Government to widen the scope of reviews and recommendations to its Dust Diseases Scheme to include every worker in all dust-prone […]
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‘Tsunami of Silicosis’: Calls For Inquiry To Cover Every Worker In Dust-Prone Sectors
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10 Construction Site Hazards And Why They Are A Risk To Workers
Construction sites by design have lots of workers, constantly moving work areas and potential safety threats. Some hazards are visible, and some aren’t. It’s crucial hazards are managed to ensure the safety of workers. But, for too long the monitoring of hazards and safety has been done largely on an ad-hoc basis with a lot […]
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This Statistic Shows Why It’s Crucial To Reduce Exposure To Asbestos, Silica, Diesel Exhaust and Welding Fumes
More than one in 10 cases of lung cancer could be prevented if asbestos, silica, diesel exhaust and welding fume exposure were reduced in workplaces. That was the argument made by the Australian Council of Trade Unions in the lead up to World Cancer Day earlier this month. The media release by the ACTU said […]