Labour Hire WHS Responsibilities In the ever-evolving world of labour hire, understanding your responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act is crucial for both the labour hire agency and the host organisation. Safe Work Australia's 'Know Your Duties' tool is an essential resource for...
Silica dust in construction is a crucial topic that concerns all of us in the construction industry. In this post we'll discuss the risks associated with silica and how you can best mitigate them. Silica Dust and its Potential Hazards Silica dust is a common component found...
Congratulations and welcome aboard the HLH Group family! As you start your new adventure with us as a labourer in the dynamic construction industry, it's crucial to place your safety and that of your colleagues at the forefront. In this comprehensive guide, we'll equip you...
Site Inspections in Construction The construction industry in New South Wales is a highly competitive and constantly evolving sector that involves multiple stakeholders, including labour hire and construction companies. These companies are responsible for ensuring that construction projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to...
Essential Safety Measures for NSW Construction Sites In this post our safety officer Pat will break down 10 essential safety measures every NSW construction site should have. 1. Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Processes to Identify and Manage Risks Hazard identification and risk assessment processes are crucial on...
Mental Health in the Construction Industry Mental ill health is a serious problem in construction, with statistics showing that construction workers are six times more likely to die from suicide than from an accident at work. Unsurprisingly, mental health in the construction industry costs Australian businesses...
Asbestos Safety Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral composed of flexible fibers that are resistant to heat, electricity, and corrosion. These qualities make the mineral useful, but they also make asbestos exposure highly toxic. Asbestos was widely used in construction as an effective insulator, and it...
Importance of a Safe Work Environment Considering how long we spend working, where we work plays an undeniably large role in our well-being. It can influence whether we arrived motivated and enthusiastic or if we view the day as a countdown to quitting time. In this...
Slips, Trips & Falls in Construction When undertaking construction work there is always an element of safety risk. Whether that be a low risk of using a shovel to a hazardous risk of dealing with asbestos. However, most workers seem to forget about one of the...
Labour Hire Incident Reporting In our busy working world, there can be times when things don’t quite go the way we hoped they would, and employees may end up being injured while carrying out the work that they are employed to do. This is also true...