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Join WorkSafe's specialists at the GV Hotel in Shepparton for a practical session covering: 

• Why WorkSafe exists
• Hazardous manual handling basics
• How to support injured workers back to safe work
• Dealing with drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

A free lunch with be provided.
So come along, and don't miss your chance to connect, learn and share. Reserve your spot here

The National Management Group (NMG) confirmed at its meeting on 19 September 2023 that eradication of Varroa destructor (varroa mite) is no longer feasible based on technical grounds, following advice from the Consultative Committee on Emergency Plant Pests (CCEPP), and has now entered a transition to management phase. The NMG acknowledged the significant and sustained efforts of the New South Wales (NSW) Government and impacted industries over the eradication response phase since June 2022 and the contribution of both government and industry representatives in guiding response activities.

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Free OHS Essentials consultation
Free safety advice that comes to you

WorkSafe Victoria’s OHS Essentials is a free workplace safety consultation service, delivered by independent occupational health and safety (OHS) experts.

An OHS Essentials consultant will visit your workplace to help you identify hazards and provide a practical safety action plan. The consultant can even check-in with you again, to gauge how you’re tracking with the plan. The service is a great way to receive free, independent and tailored advice to manage safety at your workplace.

OHS Essentials is available to small and medium employers, registered for WorkCover insurance. Sole traders with contractors may also be eligible, but must be registered for WorkCover insurance. If your workplace is not registered for WorkCover insurance, you may be ineligible for this service. An OHS Essentials administrator will contact you to discuss.

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Health and Safety Month is packed with face-to-face and online opportunities to connect, learn and share. Throughout October WorkSafe will hold 18 in-person events and 14 webinars. Join us to hear from guest speakers and industry experts on topics including:

• Improving psychological health and safety
• Supporting HSRs
• Preparing young people for safe work
• Construction safety
• Health and safety in the transport industry  
• Supporting injured workers return to safe work
• Best practice manual handling
• Plus many more

All events are free, so don't miss this chance to connect, learn and share.

Visit our website or find an event near you.

Wednesday, 30 August

2023 Grants set to fight against the Queensland Fruit Fly

The Andrews Labor Government is bolstering fruit growers’ capacity to combat against the Queensland fruit fly (QFF) – delivering grants to ensure Victoria is well protected from the pest. Minister for Agriculture Gayle Tierney announced the successful recipients from the second round of Victorian Fruit Fly Strategy grants which will help roll out QFF management programs across regional Victoria. 

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