Workplace Exposure Limits are changing from 1 December 2026.
Is your respiratory protection ready? Safe Work Australia‘s new Workplace Exposure Limits (WEL) will replace Workplace Exposure Standards (WES), with new and reduced limits for a range of airborne contaminants — including diesel particulate matter, wood dust and other substances. For workplaces where workers are exposed to dusts, fumes, gases or vapours, now is the […]
Safe Work Is for Life: Why Thorough Pre-Employment Medicals Shouldn’t Be the Bottleneck
National Safe Work Month 2026 | Workplace Safety In mining, transport, heavy industry and other safety-critical environments, recruitment and safety teams can sometimes find themselves pulling in different directions. Recruitment wants people on-site. Safety wants the right checks completed first. The pressure is understandable.A project is starting.A shift needs covering.A skilled operator is urgently required.A […]
The Smartest Safety Investment in FY26/27 Isn’t What Most Businesses Think
Safety Investment Case Study: Why Forward-Thinking Businesses Are Increasing Safety & Health Budgets for FY26/27 The New Financial Year Is More Than a Budget Exercise As organisations across Australia begin finalising their FY26/27 budgets, many leadership teams are asking the same question: “Where should we invest to reduce risk, improve productivity, and protect our workforce?” […]