Forestry continues to be one of the most hazardous industrial sectors in most countries. Around the world, there are often discouraging trends of rising accident rates and a high incidence of occupational … [Read more...]
Choose a SEQOHS accredited provider for safety critical medicals
Workers Health Ltd is a fully accredited occupational health service provider (OHSP) with SEQOHS and Constructing Better Health (CBH), we specialise in providing high quality services to the construction … [Read more...]
Importance of accreditation
The importance of chosing an acccredited OH provider, as described by SEQOHS.... 'Accreditation is a supportive process involving self-assessment and external peer assessment against accreditation standards, … [Read more...]
Drug testing at work
Here's a simple summary guide to workplace Drug and alcohol testing considerations: Consider at the outset whether or not there is a real and reasonable need to implement a drug and alcohol testing … [Read more...]
Health in Construction Leadership Group ‘Walk the Talk’
Aimed at construction industry CEO’s and Senior Leaders, the theme of the leadership events is ‘Acting on Our Commitment to a Healthier Future’ A key theme in the opening remarks of the second annual Health … [Read more...]
SEQOHS accreditation
Workers Health Ltd is proud to announce we have been approved for SEQOHS accreditation from the Faculty of Occupational Medicine. This means we are independently audited and fully accredited to the … [Read more...]
Safety Critical workers in the construction industry – definitions and advice
A Safety Critical Worker (SCW) within the Industry Standard is defined by CBH as: “Where the ill health of an individual may compromise their ability to undertake a task defined as safety critical, … [Read more...]
Traffic Management – Roadside Workers
In 2005 the HTMA reported 5 deaths and 12 major injuries to roadside workers - all the fatalities were caused by workers being struck by oncoming vehicles. Between 2003 and 2008, 11 road workers were killed … [Read more...]
Safety Critical Workers Medicals
Safety Critical Workers in the construction industry Under current health and safety legislation, employers have a duty of care to prevent the ill-health of their workers. This is particularly … [Read more...]
Safety Critical Workers
The term 'safety critical work' is defined as: “Where the ill health of an individual may compromise their ability to undertake a task defined as safety critical, thereby posing a significant risk to the health … [Read more...]
