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A worker has died after an explosion at a West Melbourne boat yard yesterday.

Read more: https://t.co/oj1Hesja1k

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A construction company has been convicted and fined $400,000 following the collapse of a large section of structural steel framework at the redevelopment of the Kew Recreational Centre.

Read more: https://t.co/eYl89IPw8Z

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A Geelong flooring manufacturer will spend $150,000 to improve health and safety outcomes after a truck driver was struck by a forklift at its Breakwater facility.

Read more: https://t.co/ylg1K0atuy

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New regulations for amusement rides are now in effect across Victoria, helping create a safer, more accountable carnival industry.

Read more: https://t.co/lfezLZi0Vz

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A crane operator has been convicted and fined $20,000 after a 200-tonne crane toppled and struck a second crane at a Melbourne construction site.

Read more: https://t.co/1zOZlDGp1e

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"Everything is fine until it’s not fine. When it’s not fine, it’s too late."

Gippsland cattle producer Brendan Garrett was first on scene to a tractor incident that still affects his son Aydan today.

Read their story as part of National Farm Safety Week: https://t.co/XJuf6O4S4t

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This year’s National Farm Safety Week theme is ‘Set the standard, show ‘em how it’s done.’

Talking about safety, sharing solutions and looking out for each other can help everyone stay safe on farms.

Share industry advice on preventing tractor runover 👉 https://t.co/eNhPmp3ogr

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WorkSafe has charged a plumbing contractor after a worker was injured when a two-metre deep trench partially collapsed during works at a residential property at Mount Waverley in August 2024.

Read more: https://t.co/eueUPOu2V0

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The @WorkSafe_Vic Country Club Series is heading to Gippsland, with Orbost Snowy Rovers FNC hosting Boisdale/Briagolong this weekend.

Read more 👇
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Sadly, 5 Victorian farmers have died in tractor-related incidents since late last year.

We’re working with industry representatives on practical information to help everyone stay safe around tractors.

Explore our new guide at https://t.co/cDay5yZmqJ

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A Bendigo laboratory has been fined $10,000 after missing deadlines for testing two workers for possible lead exposure above acceptable limits.

Read more: https://t.co/nZ9aFezurw

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WorkSafe has charged a chemical manufacturer following a catastrophic fire that caused extensive damage to a Derrimut factory in July 2024.

Read more: https://t.co/EHnrZFyA1J

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CLOSING TONIGHT! Applications for the 2026 WorkSafe Club Safety fund close midnight Tuesday 30 June 👇

Don't miss out on vital funding for your footy club.
https://t.co/4KQrdapOcQ

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A demolition company has been fined $200,000 without conviction after a partial collapse trapped two workers in a scissor lift during works at a site in Carlton.

Read more: https://t.co/Z0uScuXRqa

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A transport company has been convicted and fined $330,000 after a driver died following a fall from a truck's elevated tailgate at a commercial laundry in Dandenong South.

Read more: https://t.co/Tw308N5NdU

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A garlic bread wholesaler has been convicted and fined a record $3.4 million for workplace manslaughter after a worker fell to his death at a bakery in Reservoir.

Read more: https://t.co/qTEtK5kdwN

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We’ve partnered with @beyondblue, who will deliver the Before Blue - Worker Mental Health Coaching program. This free program is for eligible workers in Victoria who are 18 years and over who work for businesses with under 200 employees. Learn more at https://t.co/DgLj4mOIN0

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There is one week left to nominate for the 2027 WorkSafe Awards. ⏳

The annual awards recognise excellence in businesses, individuals and teams who go above and beyond to reduce workplace harm or improve outcomes for injured workers.

Nominate now 👉 https://t.co/wMidqXQ872

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Applications for the 2026 WorkSafe Club Safety Fund are open until June 28. ⏳

Country football clubs affiliated with @aflvic can apply for financial assistance to help provide a safer environment for players, volunteers and spectators. 🦺🏉

Apply now 👉 https://t.co/kM2EIA3NBK

[WorkSafe Victoria @WorkSafe_Vic]

Entries for the 2027 WorkSafe Awards are open until June 30.

Are you, or do you know, an individual or business in Victoria going above and beyond to reduce workplace harm or improve outcomes for injured workers?

Nominate today 👉 https://t.co/wMidqXQ872