SafeWork SA

Ever wondered how our mate Stanley the safety cone came to life? Take a behind-the-scenes look at how the campaign came to life 🎥 Safety at work is a serious job.

We’re revisiting a resource from our own collection as part of SA History Month. This image from the 𝘛𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘳’𝘴 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘦 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦: 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘰𝘤𝘤𝘶𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘢𝘧𝘦𝘵𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘭𝘴 circa 1998 captures the hierarchy of controls in managing workplace risk. While hazard management approaches have become more refined (and the visuals have improved significantly beyond late 1990s cartoon-like graphics), the core principles of work health and safety remain unchanged. Strong foundations continue to shape safer workplaces today. Keep the fundamentals front of mind and stay up to date with current workplace safety information: https://ow.ly/xrZ050Z2vhy

Are you ready to be the voice people turn to for trusted safety advice? We are looking for an 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿 in our Advisory Service team, where you will play a key frontline role in supporting South Australians. Every day, you’ll respond to enquiries and help ensure critical information is clear, accurate and accessible. What you’ll bring: 🔹Confident, high-level communication skills 🔹Ability to interpret and explain legislation clearly 🔹Strong judgement and attention to detail 🔹Resilience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment 🔹A commitment to integrity and confidentiality If you’re motivated by meaningful work and want to contribute to safer workplaces across South Australia, we encourage you to apply. 📅 Applications close 𝟮 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 Be part of an agency striving to make work safer: https://ow.ly/kZR950Z1tzi

Have you spotted Stanley the safety cone? If you’ve been out and about, there’s a good chance you’ve crossed paths with him. And hopefully, his safety messages are sticking. While out on the road, we bumped into our safety champion giving the South Australian workforce his great safety advice and now we want to hear from you. Where has Stanley shown up for you? On screen, on the road, or in your feed, somewhere else? Let us know in the comments 👇

We’re looking for initiatives that can drive real improvements in the health and safety of women and young workers in South Australia. Through the Augusta Zadow Awards, grant funding supports initiatives, research or further education that create practical, lasting safety outcomes. Your proposal might include: 🔶 Development of targeted training or education programs 🔶 Research into specific workplace risks or challenges 🔶 New tools, systems or processes that improve safety outcomes 🔶 Initiatives that drive behavioural or cultural change in workplaces If your idea is practical, evidence-informed and designed to make an impact, we encourage you to apply. Learn more and apply now: https://ow.ly/NMuZ50Z1sYv Applications close 𝟯𝟬 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

Quad bikes continue to be a leading cause of death and serious injury in Australian workplaces, particularly in agriculture. Since 2011, there have been 245 quad bikes incidents in Australia and seven workplace fatalities involving the vehicles during 2024-25 in South Australia. Safe Work Australia is seeking feedback on options to improve safety, including protective devices, helmets, passenger limits and more. Having your say will shape the discussions on how quad bikes can be made safe to use for work around the country. Consultation closes 1 June 2026.    Give feedback below ⬇️

During SA History Month this May, we’re reflecting on how workplace safety has been communicated over time.   This historical poster dated around 1950 to 1970 from the National Safety Council of Australia (now known as NSCA Foundation), encouraged workers to stop work and stay alert for hazards. While the design has changed, the core message remains the same. Awareness and risk prevention save lives.   Explore the latest safety guidance and resources: https://lnkd.in/ga5-44Ju Image author: 𝘗𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘔𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘶𝘮 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘗𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 1999 📸🔗 https://lnkd.in/gnUj-kDS

You may have noticed our awareness campaign appearing across South Australia over the past six weeks. The campaign highlights three common and preventable workplace risks: 🔸 Falls from heights 🔸 Slips and trips 🔸 Roll-away vehicles You can actively spread awareness of these risks by downloading free campaign resources, including posters and social media content, and help reinforce safety messages with your teams, networks and worksites. Safety at work is a serious job – get involved: https://ow.ly/Mhvu50YZfwl

What if the next big improvement in workplace health and safety for women and young people started with your idea? Applications are now open for the 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮 𝗭𝗮𝗱𝗼𝘄 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀, offering grants of up to $25,000 to support bold initiatives, research and education that make South Australian workplaces safer for women and young people. The Awards honour Augusta Zadow, South Australia’s first female inspector of factories and a powerful advocate for women and young workers. Her legacy lives on through projects that create practical, lasting change across industries and communities. Since the grants program launched in 2005, we have awarded 44 grants to fund safety initiatives benefiting businesses, workers and the community valued at $475,000. If you have an idea with the potential to make a real difference, now is the time to act. Applications close 𝟯𝟬 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲. Find out more and apply here: https://ow.ly/XYFY50YZf9W

Step into a role where trust, influence and purpose come together. We are looking for an 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿 who can operate confidently at senior levels, manage complexity with discretion, and keep pace in a high trust, fast moving environment. This role sits at the centre of the agency, supporting executive leaders and contributing directly to work health and safety outcomes that impact South Australians every day. If you are highly organised, exercise sound judgement, and thrive on coordinating priorities, relationships and sensitive matters, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution in public service. Applications close 𝟭𝟴 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲. APPLY NOW: https://ow.ly/It6r50YVnGB