News & Events
Territory workplaces urged to take part in National Safe Work Month
Northern Territory businesses and workers are encouraged to get involved in National Safe Work Month events in the Territory this October.
New and varied Codes of Practice published
A new Code of Practice has been approved in the Northern Territory under the Work Health and Safety (National Uniform Legislation) Act 2011.
Installation requirements for RCD's after 1 May 2023
The Electrical Regulatory Authorities Council (ERAC) has issued an advisory note regarding the use of 'Type AC' Residual Current Devices.
Reckless conduct charges laid after cattle station worker loses arm
NT WorkSafe has laid reckless conduct charges against a Queensland based cattle company and two of the company’s officers after a worker suffered a serious crush injury to their arm.
Construction industry urged to check validity of work licences
NT WorkSafe urges the construction industry to check the validity of work licences, before allowing workers to perform high risk work.
Inaugural Electrical Safety Week starts next week
The inaugural electrical safety week starts next week in the Northern Territory from 4 to 8 September 2023.
Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Advisory Council
The Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Advisory Council (the Council) met on Thursday, 10 August 2023.
The following items were discussed:
Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Advisory Council
The Workers Rehabilitation and Compensation Advisory Council (the Council) met on Thursday, 04 May 2023.
The following items were discussed:
Alice Springs arborist charged with reckless conduct over wood chipper incident
NT WorkSafe has charged an Alice Springs arborist over an incident last year when a wood chipper seriously injured a worker.
Warning issued on fire risk to Solar PV systems
NT WorkSafe has issued a Safety Alert warning of the increased risks of fires if DC isolators are not installed correctly and in line with manufacturers’ guidelines.