SafeWork NSW SafetyCast
Safety Education in Construction & Building.The Construction Services Group (CSG) of SafeWork NSW produce SafetyCasts on various building and construction safety topics and are hosted by SafeWork NSW Inspectors.The SafetyCasts can be used as part of a toolbox talk, staff training or a simple way to keep up to date with issues in the construction industry.If you would like to contact us please email construction@safework.nsw.gov.au
Episodes
43 episodes
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 k...
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54:55
SafeWork NSW - Takeaway - Working at Heights
The top Takeaways from the SafetyCast - Working at HeightsTo read more about Working safely at heights in Construction, visit the SafeWork NSW website at:
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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3:13
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:
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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19:26
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:
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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18:18
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:
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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4:54
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 r...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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27:26
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 Manage...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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25:39
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.<...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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2:12
SafeWork NSW - Small Business Rebate
In this episode Senior Inspector Shaleeni Nagpal is joined by Senior Project Officer Astrid Harriott and Assistant State Inspector Steven North, to discuss the recent changes to the SafeWork Small Business Rebate available to eligible busi...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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15:16
SafeWork NSW - Safe Solar Installation
In this episode, Senior Inspector Shaleeni Nagpal is joined by Assistant State Inspector Michael Tilden from the Construction Services Group to discuss the findings of a proactive blitz undertaken in 2021 with installers of rooftop solar panels...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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23:15
SafeWork NSW - Concrete Pumping Equipment
In this episode, Senior Inspector Shaleeni Nagpal is joined by Assistant State Inspector Johnny Auditore and State Inspector John Mizzi both from the Construction Services Group, along with Assistant State Inspector Timothy Hulme from Engineeri...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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14:48
The SafetyCast - Safe Work Method Statements
In this episode, Senior Inspector Shaleeni Nagpal is joined by State Inspector Johnny Auditore to discuss Safe Work Method Statements.For more information on this topic and others go to SafeWork NSW's Building & Construction Homepag...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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9:40
The SafetyCast - The Scaffolding Industry Safety Standard
In this episode Senior Inspector Shaleeni Nagpal is joined by Kane Scott a manager with the Construction Services Group, but also a member of the working group that developed the 'Scaffolding Industry Safety Standard'.Today they discuss...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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22:54
The SafetyCast - Crystalline Silica in Construction - 2022
The SafetyCast is back for 2022.In this first episode SafeWork NSW Inspectors discuss the Crystalline Silica in the construction industry.For more information on this topic and others go to SafeWork NSW's Building & Construc...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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13:46
SafeWork NSW - High Risk Work Licences
Belinda Orriss is joined by Cris Jelley to discuss High Risk Work Licences
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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9:43
SafeWork NSW - Asbestos in Construction
Belinda Orriss is joined by Jason Wall to discuss asbestos in construction.
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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23:57
SafeWork NSW - Takeaways - Ladder Safety
The top Takeaways from the SafetyCast - Ladder Safety
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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2:33
SafeWork NSW - Ladder Safety
Belinda Orriss is joined by Inspector Adam Simmonds to discuss working at heights with ladders.
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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7:21
SafeWork NSW - Tradie Safety
In this episode Principal Inspector Belinda Orriss and Assistant State Inspector John Mizzi discuss what information is available on the SafeWork website for Tradies in Construction.
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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6:45
SafeWork NSW - Mental Health in Construction - The unprecedented and changing environment
In this episode Belinda Orriss is joined by Alex Rowe and Jill Green to discuss the available mental health resources for workers and PCBU’s. Also they discuss things to consider whilst the industry is restricted and things to consider when the...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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17:57
Updated - SafeWork NSW - Construction Industry and the updated Public Health Order - Special - Correct as at 12 July 2021
Construction Industry and the updated Public Health Order - Special Episode. In this episode Belinda Orriss is joined by Kevin Murphy to discuss COVID 19 and update the Construction Industry on changes as a result of the updated Pub...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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7:14
SafeWork NSW - COVID 19 and Construction - Special - Correct as at 28 June 2021
Special EpisodeIn this episode Belinda Orriss is joined by Kevin Murphy to discuss COVID 19 and Construction in light of recent restrictions.The information contained in this episode is correct as 28 June 2021, and will be revie...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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4:38
SafeWork NSW - Takeaway - When an Inspector Calls
The top Takeaways from the SafetyCast - When an Inspector Calls
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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3:51