In this episode, SafeWork NSW collaborate with the Rural Fire Service NSW and NSW Fire and Rescue to share a united message around planning and preparation ahead of the bushfire season. Listen to our SeasonalSAFE podcast to learn how to keep your workers and workplace safe from the dangers presented by extreme weather this summer. Visit the SeasonalSAFE webpage to learn more and also complete your SeasonalSAFE plan. Access the following links for more information:                         ...

The top Takeaways from the SafetyCast - Working at Heights To read more about Working safely at heights in Construction, visit the SafeWork NSW website at: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/your-industry/construction/work-safely-at-heights-in-construction Access the Construction falls from heights Checklist here: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/559446/FFH-Blitz-PC-Checklist-Sept-2019.pdf For more information on Construction related topics visit the SafeWork NSW...

In this episode, Principal Inspector, Belinda Orriss is joined by Regional Construction Manager Kane Scott to discuss working at heights. To read more about Working safely at heights in Construction, visit the SafeWork NSW website at: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/your-industry/construction/work-safely-at-heights-in-construction Access the Construction falls from heights Checklist here:...

In this episode, SafeWork NSW Inspectors discuss Electrical Safety in Construction.   To read more about Electrical work in Construction, visit the SafeWork NSW website at: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/hazards-a-z/electrical-and-power/electrical-work    Access the Electrical Safety in Construction Checklist here: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0019/1112239/electrical-safety-in-construction-inspection-checklist.pdf To read about recent amendments to the Work...

The Top 5 Takeaways from the SafetyCast - Electrical Safety in Construction.   To read more about Electrical work in Construction, visit the SafeWork NSW website at: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/hazards-a-z/electrical-and-power/electrical-work    Access the Electrical Safety in Construction Checklist here: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0019/1112239/electrical-safety-in-construction-inspection-checklist.pdf To read about recent amendments to the Work Health and...

In this episode SafeWork NSW Inspectors discuss how to manage the risks involved in working with Earthmoving Plant in Construction (EPIC).  Special guest speaker, Mell Greenall, CEO from Before You Dig Australia (BYDA) talks about BYDA’s role and how they can assist businesses in meeting their legal requirements regarding underground services information.   To read more about Excavations and Earthmoving Plant in Construction, visit the SafeWork NSW website at:...

 In this episode SafeWork Inspectors Shaleeni Nagpal and Angela McDonald talk to four women who openly and honestly share their experiences of working in the construction industry in traffic control, brick laying, electrical and WHS Management. To read more about The Respect at Work Taskforce led by SafeWork NSW visit: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/compliance-and-prosecutions/respect-taskforce To read more about the NSW Government’s women’s strategy 2018-2022 visit:...

In this episode SafeWork Inspectors Shaleeni Nagpal and Angela McDonald talk to four women who openly and honestly share their experiences of working in the construction industry in traffic control, brick laying, electrical and WHS Management. Listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1344256/11468967

In this episode Senior Inspector Shaleeni Nagpal is joined by Senior Project Officer Astrid Harriott and Assistant State Inspector Steven North, to discuss the recent changes to the SafeWork Small Business Rebate available to eligible businesses in the construction industry.  To learn more about the SafeWork small business rebate visit:  https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/1000-safework-small-business-rebate To read more about the different categories of eligible safety items based on...

In this episode, Senior Inspector Shaleeni Nagpal is joined by Assistant State Inspector Michael Tilden from the Construction Services Group to discuss the findings of a proactive blitz undertaken in 2021 with installers of rooftop solar panels in NSW.  We find out more about ongoing WHS trends in the solar industry in addition to where to access free resources developed to improve industry safety outcomes: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/hazards-a-z/solar-panel-installations   To view the...

In this episode, Senior Inspector Shaleeni Nagpal is joined by Assistant State Inspector Johnny Auditore and State Inspector John Mizzi both from the Construction Services Group, along with Assistant State Inspector Timothy Hulme from Engineering to talk about the work health and safety considerations when working with Concrete Pumping Equipment.  For more information on this topic and others go to SafeWork NSW's Building & Construction Homepage...

In this episode, Senior Inspector Shaleeni Nagpal is joined by State Inspector Johnny Auditore to discuss Safe Work Method Statements. For more information on this topic and others go to SafeWork NSW's Building & Construction Homepage at: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/your-industry/construction And don't forget about the Building & Construction Safety Symposium at CommBank Stadium on 10 May 2022, for more information, or to register go...

In this episode Senior Inspector Shaleeni Nagpal is joined by Kane Scott a manager with the Construction Services Group, but also a member of the working group that developed the 'Scaffolding Industry Safety Standard'. Today they discuss the purpose of the Scaffolding Industry Safety Standard and what is contained in it. You can find the Scaffolding Industry Safety Standard at: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/1057596/scaffolding-industry-safety-standard.pdf  The...

The SafetyCast is back for 2022. In this first episode SafeWork NSW Inspectors discuss the Crystalline Silica in the construction industry. For more information on this topic and others go to SafeWork NSW's Building & Construction Homepage at: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/your-industry/construction And don't forget about the Building & Construction Safety Symposium at CommBank Stadium on 5 May 2022, for more information, or to register go...

Belinda Orriss is joined by Cris Jelley to discuss High Risk Work Licences

Belinda Orriss is joined by Jason Wall to discuss asbestos in construction.

Belinda Orriss is joined by Inspector Adam Simmonds to discuss working at heights with ladders.

The top Takeaways from the SafetyCast - Ladder Safety

In this episode Principal Inspector Belinda Orriss and Assistant State Inspector John Mizzi discuss what information is available on the SafeWork website for Tradies in Construction. 

In this episode Belinda Orriss is joined by Alex Rowe and Jill Green to discuss the available mental health resources for workers and PCBU’s. Also they discuss things to consider whilst the industry is restricted and things to consider when they come back on line. The information contained in this episode is correct as 21 July 2021, and will be reviewed regularly. There is no Takeaway associated with this episode, and additional references are available...

Construction Industry and the updated Public Health Order - Special Episode.  In this episode Belinda Orriss is joined by Kevin Murphy to discuss COVID 19 and update the Construction Industry on changes as a result of the updated Public Health Order. The information contained in this episode is correct as 08 July 2021, and will be reviewed regularly. There is no Takeaway associated with this episode, and additional references are available...

Special Episode In this episode Belinda Orriss is joined by Kevin Murphy to discuss COVID 19 and Construction in light of recent restrictions. The information contained in this episode is correct as 28 June 2021, and will be reviewed regularly. There is no Takeaway associated with this episode.

In this episode Principal Inspectors Belinda Orriss and Trevor Savage discuss what PCBU’s and workers can expect when a SafeWork Inspector attends a site.

The top Takeaways from the SafetyCast - When an Inspector Calls