Focus on Risks - Creating Healthy Workplaces

WorkSafe QLD Safety Alert!

WorkSafe QLD has released a safety alert to highlight risks associated with a failed cast steel linkage on an elevating work platform (EWP). The alert comes after an incident where a worker received severe injuries when he was ejected from an EWP on a construction site.

WorkSafe QLD advise that all Haulotte boom type EWPs with a linkage similar to that shown on their website are to be inspected by a competent person as a matter of urgency. The details of the Haulotte boom type EWP, including photographs can be seen on the WorkSafe QLD website.

WorkSafe QLD advises that if cracks, excessive wear or other damage are found, then the EWP is to be removed from service. The WorkSafe QLD website also contains contact details for any members who wish to discuss the safety alert and its implications for their plant.

WorkCover Frausters and Fines.
A 55-year-old woman from Sydney has been fined $6000 and ordered to repay almost $14,000, after pleading guilty to claiming workers compensation payments while holding down two other jobs.

A 48-year-old man from Green Point has been ordered to serve 200 hours of community service and must repay just over $19,000, after pleading guilty to claiming compensation payments while employed in other positions.

Surely this should serve as a strong message to those considering cheating the system....it's not worth it..