In today’s Australian Financial Review, business lobbyist Paul Guerra says that PROPOSED #WorkFromHome changes by the Victorian Premier could contribute to companies relocating interstate. I call Bullshit. There is often more sense and dignity in not participating in a beat-up.

Yes. I think that confirms the Vic Prenier's political strategy of wedging the conservative position. Introducing a law for the right to work from home is nonsense.

Tonight I will be attending the premiere of a new documentary about the safety (or lack of) of firetrucks in Victoria, called "Breaking Point". I will have a review and analysis of the #OHS concerns in the SafetyAtWorkBlog soon. breakingpoint.com.au United Firefighters Union Victoria

Adam Smith didn’t just invent capitalism—he warned against its excesses. If most workers are miserable, the system is broken. Time to rethink productivity through the lens of workplace mental health and moral duty. safetyatworkblog.com/2025/08/07/ada… #OHS #WHS #mentalhealth #productivity

After attending the premiere last night, I have written an article on the OHS-related issues raised on the SafetyAtWorkBlog, which will be published tomorrow.

Barbara, it seems that the social licence to operate never expires.

Reminiscent of George Orwell's Animal Farm book

Over 40% of Victoria’s fire trucks are outdated, unsafe, and failing during emergencies. Firies are forced to choose between risking their lives or leaving communities unprotected. The funding exists to fix it. safetyatworkblog.com/2025/08/08/the… #OHS #fire United Firefighters Union Victoria Fire Rescue Victoria

#WorkFromHome, #fourdayweeks, #productivity, #psychosocialhazards - all topics of controversy in Australia at the moment. Today’s AFR newspaper includes two articles with the Westpac one on the front page showing its editorial priority. #ohs #whs

When work kills, it’s not burnout—it’s betrayal. New Australian research exposes how toxic finance sector cultures mask #suicidality behind profit-driven governance. safetyatworkblog.com/2025/08/12/whe… #OHS #WHS #workhealthandsafety #mentalhealthatwork

“@Wankernomics” exposes the soul-crushing absurdity of corporate culture—where icebreakers shatter your will to live and ‘passion’ means unpaid weekends. You will never see your work meetings the same way. safetyatworkblog.com/2025/08/13/wor… #OHS #WHS

Finally workplace health and safety gets front page attention in the newspapers….. Oh, wait, hang on a minute…….Oops #OHS #WHS

Suicidality isn’t just personal tragedy—it’s a systems failure. If toxic governance drives harm, then every near miss demands a full investigation. Time to confront the structures, not just the symptoms. #OHS #WorkplaceSafety #LeadershipAccountability safetyatworkblog.com/2025/08/15/sui…

Construction culture reform is gaining ground—but real change starts when governments back it with procurement power. Five-day weeks, better diversity, and safer sites aren’t just ideals. safetyatworkblog.com/2025/08/18/con… #OHS #WHS #workinghours #construction #mentalhealth

Australia’s fight for the 8-hour day wasn’t just about rest—it was a demand for dignity, equality, and time to live. Scalmer’s new book reminds us: #workinghours are political, and always have been. safetyatworkblog.com/2025/08/19/rei… #OHS #FairDaysWork #WHS

Political reform is reshaping how we tackle psychosocial hazards—but is it real change or just compliance theatre? This article dives into the gap between institutional ambition and workplace reality. [Open Access] safetyatworkblog.com/2025/08/19/pol… #OHS #mentalhealthatwork #WHS #AI

My copy arrived yesterday

Economist for the Nine newspapers in Australia, Ross Gittins , is one of the few who speak plainly about the motivations of executives and business owners. His perspective is important for progress on work health and safety, as well. #OHS #WHS #productivity

Harm prevention is the legislative floor, not a radical ideal. Yet we keep triaging harm after it happens—managing claims instead of managing risk. More examination of this issue in the SafetyAtWorkBlog safetyatworkblog.com/2025/08/20/inc… #WHS #OHS #SystemicChange