Australian Institute of Health & Safety

28/07/2025

AIHS CEO Julia Whitford featured on 7NEWS Toowoomba during National Farm Safety Week, highlighting the importance of learning from near misses on the land.

Agriculture remains one of Australia’s most dangerous industries, with high fatality rates and ongoing physical and psychological risks. In line with this year’s theme, ‘Second Chances’, Ms Whitford urged ag workers to treat close calls not as lucky escapes, but as critical warnings.

“Farming is unpredictable and high-risk by nature. But every near miss is a chance to reflect, act, and ultimately prevent harm,” she said.

Watch the full 7NEWS story below.

24/07/2025

For the very first time, the AIHS is proud to present the Essential Safety Update - an exclusive, member-only webinar designed to keep you at the forefront of leadership.

This high-impact session will feature a distinguished panel of experts, including Dr Keith Suter AM FAICD, AIHS Independent Director Skye Buatava, and WHS lawyer Greg Smith.

Together, they will provide strategic insights into the most critical developments shaping legislation, compliance, and safety governance across Australia. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from thought leaders as they unpack the practical steps every safety professional should be taking now.

If you are an AIHS member, click below to register.

The Australian Institute of Health & Safety invites you to our upcoming webinar, Essential Safety Update: Stay Ahead of Change & Strengthen Your Safety Leadership on 7 August 2025. The Essential Safety Update is your exclusive member-only briefing on the critical developments shaping workplace healt...

22/07/2025

This National Farm Safety Week (20–26 July), we’re urging agricultural workers to turn close calls into safety action.

Farming is fast-paced and often unpredictable. But every near miss is a chance to reflect, act, and prevent future harm.

This year’s theme, Second Chances, reminds us that safety starts with the lessons we choose to learn today.

Read our full media release: https://aihs.org.au/Web/Advocacy-Media/All-News/2025/07-July/Media%20Release%20Ag%20Workers%20Urged%20to%20Turn%20Close%20Calls%20into%20Safety%20Action%20this%20Farm%20Safety%20Week.aspx

21/07/2025

Today, the AIHS recognises National Farm Safety Week.

Each day this week highlights a different risk area on Australian farms, and today’s focus is fatigue: Dead Tired – The Cost of Pushing Through.

Fatigue isn’t just feeling tired, it slows reaction times, clouds judgement and significantly increases the risk of serious injury. To support this important conversation, we’ve unlocked an article highlighting new research that links sleep duration with increased mortality in workers.

Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4f5M9na

We also recommend revisiting Chapter 20: Fatigue from the OHS Body of Knowledge. This free resource breaks down the causes of fatigue, how it affects performance, and practical strategies for managing it in the workplace.

Access the free chapter here: https://www.ohsbok.org.au/chapter-20-psychosocial-hazards-fatigue/

is a vital reminder of the unique risks faced by agricultural workers, and the need for ongoing vigilance, education and action to prevent harm across the sector.

16/07/2025

Best Health & Wellbeing Strategy proudly sponsored by Safety Champion

Has your organisation implemented a workplace wellbeing strategy that’s making a real difference? This award recognises organisations that are enhancing employee wellness and mental health through a structured, effective approach to health and wellbeing.

Nominations can be made by a third party OR a self-nomination. Self-nominations require a third-party endorsement.

Nominate now: https://bit.ly/3ZLmw4r

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11/07/2025

As all states and territories enjoy the winter school holiday period, the AIHS is reminding Australians, once again, that roads remain active workplaces.

From emergency responders to delivery drivers, thousands of workers rely on the road network every day- and continue to do so throughout the break.

We’re asking all road users to show care, patience and awareness these holidays to help ensure everyone makes it home safely.

Read our media release below.

11/07/2025

WHS Rising Star Award
Do you know an emerging WHS professional who's already making a big impact? The WHS Rising Star Award shines a light on those who bring fresh ideas, show real leadership potential, and are driving positive change early in their careers.

Help us recognise the future leaders of our profession. Nominate now: https://bit.ly/3ZLmw4r

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08/07/2025

Best WHS Training & Development Award
Nominations are open for the Best WHS Training & Development Award, recognising outstanding training programs that build worker capability, boost safety awareness, and strengthen workplace safety culture.

This award is open to:
• Organisations delivering WHS training internally
• Providers offering WHS training on behalf of other organisations

Programs must have been active for at least six months. Nominations may be submitted by a third party or self-nominated with endorsement.

Know a program making a real impact on through training? Nominate them now: https://bit.ly/3ZLmw4r

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03/07/2025

Best WHS Technology Innovation Award - Less than 1000 Employees Award Sponsored by CleanSpace.

Nominations are open for the Best WHS Technology Innovation Award, recognising organisations that have developed or implemented innovative technology solutions to improve workplace health and safety.

There are two award categories:
• Organisations with fewer than 1,000 employees
• Organisations with 1,000 or more employees

Open to organisations across all industries. Nominations may be submitted by a third party or self-nominated with endorsement.

Know an organisation driving innovation in WHS? Nominate them now: https://bit.ly/3ZLmw4r
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02/07/2025

WHS Team of the Year Award sponsored by Rapid Global.
Nominations are open for the WHS Team of the Year Award, recognising a team that has delivered outstanding results through innovative safety initiatives, a strong safety culture, and measurable improvements in .

Open to WHS teams from all industries and organisation sizes. Nominations may be submitted by a third party or self-nominated with endorsement.

Know a team that fits the criteria? Nominate them now: https://bit.ly/3ZLmw4r

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01/07/2025

The AIHS is seeking experienced professionals to serve as Emergency Management Certification Assessors for the Emergency Response Officer (ERO) and Emergency Response Leader (ERL) certification programs.

Assessors are responsible for evaluating candidate submissions against established competency frameworks and assessment criteria to ensure candidates demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and experience for certification.

Click below to view more.

 We are looking forward to receiving your application if you are a direct applicant. Please note that we are not working with recruitment agencies for this position.

01/07/2025

WHS Leader of the Year Award sponsored by HSI Donesafe
Nominations are open for the WHS Leader of the Year Award (≥1000 employees) - recognising an individual who has demonstrated outstanding WHS leadership, driving meaningful cultural and systemic change.

This award is open to executives, senior managers and WHS leaders with at least five years' leadership experience. Nominations must be submitted by a third party.

Know someone who fits the criteria? Nominate them now: https://bit.ly/3ZLmw4r

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