Heavy vehicles and machinery can lead to serious injuries and work-related deaths. From April 2025, Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) will run a statewide safety campaign focusing on the transport and warehouse industry. The campaign, primarily focused on mobile plant risks and forklifts, aims to address key safety requirements, includi...
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The Cost of Neglecting Workplace Safet y As a business owner , whether you operate a warehouse, factory , or logistics facility, the thought of facing a $75,000 fine due to a safety oversight is sobering. This is not just a financial burden but a reminder of th e human cost of neglecting workplace safety . That's what occurred to a leading plastics...
A fine imposed on a refrigerated transport and storage company after a worker was seriously injured by a forklift has been more than doubled to $50,000. Forklifts are essential in warehouses, factories, and logistics centers. But without proper safety measures, they can become a serious hazard. Every week, at least one worker in Australia is seriou...
