GHS 7 Update
Safe Work Australia has updated the model Work Health and Safety Regulations (Hazardous Chemicals) Amendment 2020 and explanatory statement for the transition to GHS 7. The Globally Harmonized System […]
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Changes to NSW Public Health Order
The Public Health (COVID-19 Restrictions on Gathering and Movement) Order (No 5) Amendment Order (No 2) 2020 (Amendment Order) has been published in the NSW Government Gazette
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New COVID-19 Toolkit
Service NSW has released a new ‘Wearing a face mask communications toolkit.’ With more people starting to commute we need to continue to keep ourselves
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Updates to Modern Awards
The Fair Work Commission has recently made a number of updates to Modern Awards relevant to members businesses. These include: Clerks—Private Sector Award 2020 Changes
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Upgrades to Hazardous Chemical Information System
Safework Australia has recently made changes to the Hazardous Chemical Information System (HCIS), which is a free database of chemical classifications and workplace exposure standards that allows
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NSW Restrictions Further Eased for Hospitality Venues and Outdoor Gatherings
The NSW Government has announced that gatherings in outdoor public spaces and group bookings at hospitality venues will be increased to 30 people under a
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Have Your Say: Mental Health in NSW Workplaces
The NSW Government is seeking feedback from business owners about how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted workers and businesses and how the NSW Government can
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1.75% Increase to Minimum Wages for Some Awards
A reminder that from the first full pay period on or after 1 November 2020, new minimum rates and allowances start in awards for the construction,
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First stage quad bike safety measures now mandatory
All new and imported second hand quad bikes sold in Australia must now meet the first stage of the government’s mandatory safety standard after it
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NSW Restrictions Eased for Outdoor Dining and Music Performances
From today, 16 October 2020, restrictions on NSW hospitality venues have been eased to allow 1 person for every 2 square metres in outdoor areas (previously 1 person
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