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Aussie manufacturing sector faces $15.8B productivity loss amid worker dissatisfaction
A recent report from SafetyCulture has highlighted the challenges facing Australia’s manufacturing sector, revealing that 70 per cent of manufacturing workers are concerned about future labour shortages.
How AI is revolutionising mine safety with gas explosion forecasting
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has demonstrated the ability to predict gas-related incidents in coal mines within a half-hour window, according to a recent study.
2024 HP Work Relationship Index reveals Aussie workers crave personalisation, AI integration
HP Inc has released its second annual HP Work Relationship Index (WRI), highlighting two potential solutions for improving work satisfaction: personalised work experiences and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI).
Australia’s net zero economy authority legislation passes Senate
Australia has taken a significant step toward establishing the Net Zero Economy Authority, with the Senate passing legislation today aimed at helping workers and communities, especially in traditional energy sectors, capitalise on the nation's transition to a net zero economy.
Australia enacts engineered stone ban to protect workers
Australia has implemented a landmark ban on engineered stone to safeguard workers from silicosis, a lung disease caused by respirable crystalline silica.
Study says workplace injury and illness costs tens of thousands of work years
Australia loses 41,194 work years annually due to work-related injuries, diseases, and mental health conditions, according to a new study.
Manufacturing division applauds gov’t-backed CFMEU split vote
The CFMEU Manufacturing Division has welcomed Minister Tony Burke's announcement that members will have the opportunity to vote on their future within the union.
Stronger regulations, inspections to protect NSW workers from silicosis
The New South Wales Government is ramping up efforts to protect workers from the deadly silicosis threat by deploying more SafeWork NSW inspectors to enforce a new engineered stone ban.
Engineered stone to be banned across Australia from July 2024
Australian government leaders have reached a consensus to establish a national ban on engineered stone, a material that can cause serious health conditions including silicosis for industrial workers.
Queensland workforce to benefit from micro-credentialing funding boost
The Palaszczuk Government announced that Cairns is set to reap the benefits of 17 statewide projects receiving grants of up to $250,000 each to provide critical skills development for existing workers and jobseekers in Queensland.
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Building resilience as manufacturing requirements become more complex
The industrial machinery and heavy equipment manufacturing sector is critical not only for its direct outputs, machines, and equipment that pave the way for construction, agriculture and manufacturing but also for its crucial role in economic development and innovation.
