Teys Australia Southern Pty Ltd has been announced as a finalist in SafeWork NSW’s annual work health and safety awards.
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SafeWork NSW made the announcement to mark the beginning of Safe Work Month in NSW.
The SafeWork NSW Awards recognise business and workers with the highest standards of workplace health and safety and return to work outcomes in the State.
Executive Director of SafeWork NSW, Peter Dunphy said Teys Australia Southern Pty Ltd in Tamworth, had been selected as a finalist in the Excellence in Recovery at Work for Business category.
Tony Dean from Teys Australia Southern is also a finalist in the Safework NSW Leadership in Safety Award.
“The Awards highlight how innovation and forward thinking can contribute to improved safety and injury management,” Mr Dunphy said.
“The Awards have attracted entries from businesses and individuals across the state.
“Safe Work Month is about workers and employers showing their commitment to a safe and healthy workplace.
“Teys Australia Southern Pty Ltd is setting the benchmark for other business and workers to aim for not just during Safe Work Month, but every day.”
The SafeWork Awards attracted 160 entries from businesses and individuals, with 29 finalists selected. Finalists come from a range of industries and include a number of new safety innovations. Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony on 26 October in Sydney.
Mr Dunphy encouraged Tamworth businesses and workers to think about how they could create a safety culture at their workplace during Safe Work Month.
“Anyone with a job in this state has the right to a safe and healthy workplace,” he said.
“And whether you are an employer or a worker, and regardless of your industry, occupation or background, workplace safety is everyone’s responsibility.
“In 2015/16, SafeWork NSW received reports of 30,902 major workplace injuries and illnesses, and 60 fatalities.
“These figures are unacceptably high so it’s clear that more must be done to improve workplace health and safety in this State.
“Safe Work Month is an opportunity for business leaders to demonstrate their commitment to work health and safety and workers to look out for each other and improve health and safety in their workplace.”
For ideas and tips to get your workplace thinking about safety during Safe Work Month, as well as a list of Safe Work Month events in your area, visit the Safe Work Month page on the SafeWork NSW website.
