SafeWork NSW Construction SafetyCast

SafeWork NSW

Safety Education in Construction & Building.  This podcast series brings you practical insights from frontline inspectors, covering real-world safety issues across the building and construction industry. Whether you're running a toolbox talk, delivering staff training, or simply looking for a quick way to keep up to date, these episodes make safety knowledge accessible and easy to apply. For enquiries, contact: construction@safework.nsw.gov.au

  1. 10/06/2023

    SeasonalSAFE - Preparing for summer emergencies

    In this episode, SafeWork NSW collaborate with the Rural Fire Service NSW and NSW Fire and Rescue to share a united message around planning and preparation ahead of the bushfire season. Listen to our SeasonalSAFE podcast to learn how to keep your workers and workplace safe from the dangers presented by extreme weather this summer. Visit the SeasonalSAFE webpage to learn more and also complete your SeasonalSAFE plan. Access the following links for more information:                                                                                                                 SafeWork NSW – Ultra-violet (UV) radiationSafeWork NSW – Webinar - Protect your outdoor workers from UV radiationNSW Rural Fire ServiceFire and Rescue NSWNSW HealthHazards Near Me appCancer Council Sun Smart app For more information on SeasonalSAFE and related topics visit the SafeWork NSW webpage at www.safework.nsw.gov.au/home SafeWork NSW  13 10 50

    55 min

  2. 01/16/2023

    SafeWork NSW - Takeaway - Working at Heights

    The top Takeaways from the SafetyCast - Working at Heights To read more about Working safely at heights in Construction, visit the SafeWork NSW website at: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/your-industry/construction/work-safely-at-heights-in-construction Access the Construction falls from heights Checklist here: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/559446/FFH-Blitz-PC-Checklist-Sept-2019.pdf For more information on Construction related topics visit the SafeWork NSW Building & Construction Homepage at:  https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/your-industry/construction          SafeWork NSW  13 10 50

    3 min

  3. 01/16/2023

    SafeWork NSW - Working at Heights

    In this episode, Principal Inspector, Belinda Orriss is joined by Regional Construction Manager Kane Scott to discuss working at heights. To read more about Working safely at heights in Construction, visit the SafeWork NSW website at: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/your-industry/construction/work-safely-at-heights-in-construction Access the Construction falls from heights Checklist here: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/559446/FFH-Blitz-PC-Checklist-Sept-2019.pdf For more information on Construction related topics visit the SafeWork NSW Building & Construction Homepage at:  https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/your-industry/construction  SafeWork NSW  13 10 50

    19 min

  4. 12/16/2022

    SafeWork NSW - Electrical Safety in Construction

    In this episode, SafeWork NSW Inspectors discuss Electrical Safety in Construction.   To read more about Electrical work in Construction, visit the SafeWork NSW website at: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/hazards-a-z/electrical-and-power/electrical-work    Access the Electrical Safety in Construction Checklist here: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0019/1112239/electrical-safety-in-construction-inspection-checklist.pdf To read about recent amendments to the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017 and new on-the-spot fines for electrical work offences, visit: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/news/safework-media-releases/safework-to-issue-new-on-the-spot-fines-for-whs-breaches For more information on Construction related topics visit the SafeWork NSW Building & Construction Homepage at:  https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/your-industry/construction    SafeWork NSW  13 10 50

    18 min

  5. 12/16/2022

    SafeWork NSW - Take 5 - Electrical Safety in Construction

    The Top 5 Takeaways from the SafetyCast - Electrical Safety in Construction.   To read more about Electrical work in Construction, visit the SafeWork NSW website at: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/hazards-a-z/electrical-and-power/electrical-work    Access the Electrical Safety in Construction Checklist here: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0019/1112239/electrical-safety-in-construction-inspection-checklist.pdf To read about recent amendments to the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017 and new on-the-spot fines for electrical work offences, visit: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/news/safework-media-releases/safework-to-issue-new-on-the-spot-fines-for-whs-breaches For more information on Construction related topics visit the SafeWork NSW Building & Construction Homepage at:  https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/your-industry/construction    SafeWork NSW  13 10 50

    5 min

  6. 11/29/2022

    Earth Moving Plant in Construction (EPIC)

    In this episode SafeWork NSW Inspectors discuss how to manage the risks involved in working with Earthmoving Plant in Construction (EPIC).  Special guest speaker, Mell Greenall, CEO from Before You Dig Australia (BYDA) talks about BYDA’s role and how they can assist businesses in meeting their legal requirements regarding underground services information.   To read more about Excavations and Earthmoving Plant in Construction, visit the SafeWork NSW website at: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/hazards-a-z/excavations-and-earthmoving-plant-in-construction Access the Earthmoving Plant in Construction Checklist here: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/1106708/earthmoving-plant-in-construction-safety-checklist.pdf To find information about Before You Dig Australia (BYDA) services, visit BYDA’s website at: https://www.byda.com.au/  For more information on Construction related topics visit the SafeWork NSW Building & Construction Homepage at:  https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/your-industry/construction        SafeWork NSW  13 10 50

    27 min

  7. 10/15/2022

    Women in Construction

    In this episode SafeWork Inspectors Shaleeni Nagpal and Angela McDonald talk to four women who openly and honestly share their experiences of working in the construction industry in traffic control, brick laying, electrical and WHS Management. To read more about The Respect at Work Taskforce led by SafeWork NSW visit: https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/compliance-and-prosecutions/respect-taskforce To read more about the NSW Government’s women’s strategy 2018-2022 visit: https://www.nsw.gov.au/women-nsw/nsw-womens-strategy For more information on Construction related topics visit the SafeWork NSW Building & Construction Homepage at:  https://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/your-industry/construction SafeWork NSW  13 10 50

    26 min

  8. 10/14/2022

    Women in Construction - Highlights

    In this episode SafeWork Inspectors Shaleeni Nagpal and Angela McDonald talk to four women who openly and honestly share their experiences of working in the construction industry in traffic control, brick laying, electrical and WHS Management. Listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1344256/11468967 SafeWork NSW  13 10 50

    2 min
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Safety Education in Construction & Building.  This podcast series brings you practical insights from frontline inspectors, covering real-world safety issues across the building and construction industry. Whether you're running a toolbox talk, delivering staff training, or simply looking for a quick way to keep up to date, these episodes make safety knowledge accessible and easy to apply. For enquiries, contact: construction@safework.nsw.gov.au

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