Life & Wellbeing

Around 70% of women don’t have access to properly fitting PPE. This isn’t a comfort issue — it’s a documented, measurable safety gap. Here’s what the research shows.

Australia banned engineered stone over silicosis risk — the first country to do so. But silica dust from concrete, brick and tile is still a real risk for most trades.

Plenty of tradies step back from physical work earlier than expected. Real pathways off the tools that keep your trade skills relevant, and how to plan for it before your body forces the decision.

Falls from height get the attention, but vehicle incidents are the actual leading cause of workplace deaths in Australia. Here’s the real data and what reduces the risk.

Partners of tradies carry a lot of this quietly. What the research says about “what happens at work comes home,” and where partners can get support too.

Musculoskeletal injuries, hearing loss and heat stress aren’t bad luck — they’re the most common, best-documented injuries in the trades. Here’s the real data.

Nearly 1 in 3 Queensland apprentices report being bullied at work. Here’s what counts as bullying, what the research found, and where to actually go for help.

Practical injury prevention and physical health tips for tradies — protecting your body for a long career, not just today’s job.

What FIFO life is really like for tradies — fatigue management, routines and what to expect before you commit to a swing roster.

Practical, no-nonsense tips for getting through your first week as an apprentice on site — safety, etiquette, and where to turn if it gets tough.