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Mental Health update: What does self care look like for blokes?

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A statement I often find myself saying to family members, friends, and individuals I interact with through the work we...

Fishing vessel SMS needs to include a psychosocial safety risk assessment

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With mental health and wellness now top of mind, it’s understandable that new Worksafe WA regulations require psychosocial hazards to...

ProWest News – WAFIC calls on government to hose down rogue agency

It has become impossible for the WA fishing industry to trust the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), with...

New lifejacket safety requirements in force from 1 August

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From 1 August 2023, owners or operators of a fishing vessel will need to address lifejacket wear requirements in their...

Mandatory emergency plans must be practiced 

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It sounds like a no-brainer, but some crews are still reluctant to practice, or review, their emergency plans and procedures....

ProWest News – WAFIC calls on DBCA to sort out marine park fiasco

One thing is absolutely clear: the consultation process for the proposed South Coast Marine Park is a complete shambles. It...

Lifejacket written procedures and training mandatory from 1 August 2023

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From 1 August 2023, if you own or operate a fishing vessel you will need to address lifejacket wear requirements...

Aquatic Resource Management Act delayed as consultation continues

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Following ongoing consultation with the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), the Minister for Fisheries has proposed a...

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