Case Law

May 2016

Companies fined $1.5 million after worker death

May 2016

Failure to provide support person results in hefty fine

April 2016

Construction company fails to control risks

April 2016

Failure to follow industry code of practice

April 2016

Construction company and director fined for failing to exercise due diligence

February 2016

Two employers held liable for fatal accident

February 2016

Company fined $600,000 for failing to follow safety recommendations

February 2016

Business failed to alert workers of fall risk

November 2015

Worker's stunt ends in employer's prosecution

November 2015

Poorly constructed scaffolding results in injury

November 2015

Business fined $600,000 for failing to provide a stability book

November 2015

Failure to consult relevant standards or a competent person

October 2015

Workers injured after following unsafe work procedures

October 2015

Union requests right of entry injunction

September 2015

Australian Defence Force fined $220,000