October marks Australia’s National Safe Work Month to highlight the importance of workplace health and safety.
With the continuing threat of COVID-19, this year’s initiative, which is aptly themed “Work Health and Safety through COVID-19”, reflects the ongoing challenges of the pandemic on Australian workforces.
Impacts have been felt through many businesses, especially in their operations, with new physical distancing, hygiene, and cleaning requirements, as well as innovations to change the way employees work. COVID-19 has emphasised many health and safety risks, especially as workers move to digital office spaces.
As such, National Safe Work Month presents an opportunity to build awareness about organisational health and safety, encourage discussions, share resources about safety practices, and ultimately urge businesses to future proof their safety plans.
Safety for everyone
The initiative, led by Safe Work Australia, reminds Australians to ensure safety is a top priority. With several resources provided online, businesses can effectively support and promote safety at work. Safe Work Australia Chair, Diane Smith-Gander, said safety is something that should be considered by everyone.
“Safety at work affects everyone – workers, their families, businesses, and our community,” said Diane.
“All workers have the right to a healthy and safe working environment, and no work-related injury, illness or death is acceptable. Together, we can create safer workplaces for everyone.”
Any industry or workplace can take part in National Safe Work Month and champion work health and safety among their organisation and community. Information is accessible and easily downloadable via Safe Work Australia’s website. Safe Work Chief Executive Officer, Michelle Baxter, said organisations should embrace this great initiative.
“We’re inviting workplaces across Australia to take part in National Safe Work Month and show their ongoing commitment to health and safety at work, through COVID-19 and beyond,” said Michelle.
“The National Safe Work Month campaign kit is available online now and has a suite of resources to help support and promote safety at work.”
Making safety a top priority at Materials Handling Pty Ltd
Safety and Materials Handling Pty Ltd go together like butter to bread. Our focus as an organisation is to ensure our workers, customers and clients are working safely, productively, and efficiently. We believe in being leaders of our industry when it comes to providing an innovative solution to improve safety concerns.
During October, we are providing training opportunities for our employees as well as encouraging discussions and safety feedback. With a comprehensive Safety Management Plan in place, we are always actively encouraging safety as a top priority in all aspects of our business.
Follow our Facebook to stay up to date with our Safety Tips during the month of October. Alternatively, download the latest resources from Safe Work Australia or browse our great selection of Workplace Safety Equipment.
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