Event

Safety & Risk Seminar – McLaren Vale

McLaren Vale Function Centre

19 November 2024, 9:00am–4:00pm

Wine Industry Safety & Risk Seminar


Join SA Wine Industry Australia for a day of learning to boost your knowledge of WHS and risk management matters, all in preparation for a safe and successful 2025 vintage.


Session speaker highlights include:

Belinda Martinella, DirectorTravelling NutritionistBelinda will provide key insights into how nutrition can impact five essential areas of your health: immune system support, high quality sleep, sustainable energy, stress management and gut health
Graeme CooperNational Heavy Vehicle RegulatorGraeme will explain the draft Wine Industry Code of Practice under the Heavy Vehicle National Law. This Code is designed to help wine producers, grape growers, transport providers, contract harvest operators and other duty holders comply with their obligations to ensure the safety of heavy vehicle transport activities, as far as is reasonably practicable. It provides practical guidance on managing key transport hazards specific to the wine industry. The draft Code will soon be available for public consultation.
Katie Geszner & David KnightSafework SADavid and Katie will explore current WHS issues affecting our industry.
Tim Lewis, DirectorSafety QuipTim will cover essential updates on SafeWork SA obligations, focusing on the recent changes in legislation requiring mandatory installation of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in certain workplaces. This session is crucial for businesses to stay compliant with evolving safety regulations and ensure the protection of their workforce.
Guy Biddle & Jessie Murphy-AllenFinlayson’s LawyersGuy and Jessie will present a hands-on approach to managing safety in the wine and agriculture industries. The focus willbe on practical solutions for real-world challenges, helping businesses navigate shared obligations under WHS legislations. With real-world examples and case-studies, this session aims to equip attendees with the tools to foster a safer and more compliant workplace.
Nathan Parbs, Safety & Return to Work CoordinatorHill-Smith Family EstatesNathan will share recent case studies and key learnings from incidents that have occurred in the industry.
Professor Anjum NaweedAppleton Institute South AustralianProfessor Naweed will guide you beyond immediate causes to help identify deeper, systemic issues in workplace safety so that attendees will gain a systems-thinking perspective on incident investigation. 

Event Details

Date: Tuesday | 19 NOV 2024
Time:9:00am – 4:00pm
Venue:McLaren Vale Function Centre
Caffrey Street
McLaren Vale
Cost:SAWIA Members – $250 + GST
Non Member – $350 +GST 
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Event Address

McLaren Vale Function Centre
Caffrey Street
McLaren Vale