WorkSafe Victoria says that Health and Safety Month is “packed with face-to-face and online opportunities to connect, learn and share”. In addition to events in Melbourne, the regulator has scheduled a tour starting in Portland and finishing in Dandenong, with 25 events.
Throughout October, WorkSafe will hold 25 in-person events and 15 webinars.
Join WorkSafe to hear from guest speakers and a range of industry experts on topics including:
- Plus, many more
All events are free, so do not miss this chance to connect, learn and share. Visit the VWA website to find out more.
The regional roadshow will cover diverse topics including safer manual handling; supporting workers returning from injury; the importance of health and safety representatives; and managing risks to mental health in the workplace.
Safety in construction will be a focus of tradies' events at Ballarat, Hamilton, Warragul and Thomastown, where participants can learn more about industry best practice while enjoying a free breakfast.
There will also be 15 online events including sessions on supporting and supervising apprentices; preventing gendered violence in healthcare; safe use of elevated work platforms; preventing exposure to welding fumes; treatment pathways for mental injury; high-risk crystalline silica work and the ban on engineered stone; and preventing and managing psychosocial hazards.
Read more: WorkSafe coming to a town near you for Health and Safety Month | WorkSafe Victoria
