WorkSafe officers reportedly visited over 2,200 transport industry operators throughout this year, and 737 safety notices were issued.
WorkSafe has so far issued $4.1 million in fines throughout all of Victoria, according to an annual Victorian WorkCover Authority report.
With over 21 per cent of workers remaining at home six months following an injury, the report shows that the longer one stays away from work, the less chance they have of returning. These individuals are even more likely to suffer secondary issues like mental health, which is why the report suggests the implementation of a strong support network to help workers return to work.
The weeks before Christmas is still the most dangerous time for workers, with 3 deaths in December of last year.
Twenty fatalities were reported in the last year, and over 28,000 injuries and illness claims were lodged.
The lead-up to Christmas remains the most dangerous period for workers, with three people dying in December last year.
Twenty deaths were recorded in the past year and over 28,000 injury and illness claims were lodged.
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