BACKGROUND:  At 4.30pm 4 /7/2001 on the Brookfield Multiplex site Hamilton Harbour Brisbane an electrical contact became fused within the hoist switch system resulting in the hoisted load going into free fall.

The idea for the BUSS(Q) Bussta Gut Challenge was born after some very scary home truths about the health of the construction industry were brought to light. In 2009 the BLF worked with
Corporate Bodies International to conduct over 1000 individual health assessments on construction sites across South East Queensland.

This factsheet has been developed to inform homeowners on issues related to asbestos. Any person required to remove asbestos needs to know how to do it safely. Included is a guide to types of asbestos, licencing, and useful contacts.

A number of  failures have been reported in the 2000kg and 1000kg OKA chain blocks. Please review the Safety Alert for more information.

Keep your eyes out for adjustments to grinders around the on/off switch. Ensure all machines are inspected.

Recently there has been a fatality and serious injuries involving the use of portable ladders. Make sure you're up to date on the safe ways to use them.