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OHS Alert: Skyjack Vertical Lifts Recall

by CFMEU VIC & TAS | Jun 22, 2023 | Alerts & Incidents

On the identified machines, Skyjack has identified a quality issue with the weld between the mast base plate and mast vertical section. Failure to implement this bulletin may result in cracks developing along the weld between the mast base plate and the mast vertical...

OHS Alert: Crane Loading Platforms

by CFMEU VIC & TAS | Jun 20, 2023 | Alerts & Incidents

Following the recent tragic fatality of a worker who fell from a cantilevered crane loading platform in NSW, the CFMEU highlights the following when working with crane loading platforms. read more…

OHS Alert: Precast Lifting Systems

by CFMEU VIC & TAS | May 24, 2023 | Alerts & Incidents

Clutches and cast in anchors (lifters) whilst individual components, are regarded in all construction safety guidance material as “lifting systems”. The individual components must be compatible and be tested by the manufacturer/supplier as a complete lifting system....

OHS Alert: Wind speeds for safe use of plant

by CFMEU VIC & TAS | May 2, 2023 | Alerts & Incidents

Recommended Wind Speeds for Safe Use of Plant read more…

OHS Alert: Hoarding Horrors

by CFMEU VIC & TAS | May 2, 2023 | Alerts & Incidents

Recent times have proven that under engineered designed and built hoarding protection, can be more of a risk to the general public than what it was initially intended to prevent.. read more…

OHS Alert: BRRRR… Working in the cold

by Diosa Temblor | Jul 28, 2022 | Alerts & Incidents

Working in the extreme cold can cause many adverse health effects. Here are just some of the issues you should be aware of, as well as some tips to help keep you safe and healthy if you do experience extreme cold climatic conditions at your workplace. Read the OHS...

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