Central Safety Group Amsterdam

CSG Annual Networking Lunch

Friday 15th December, 2023

Our annual get-together to celebrate another great year of speakers and events

We had an excellent turnout for our end-of-year gathering, the first one we've been able to hold since 2019, so it was extra special. There was certainly a great atmosphere with plenty of networking taking place amongst the enjoyment of each other's company.

We chose a less formal setting this year, partly because the cost of holding the event at Parliament House has now climbed out of our range.  Instead we opted for a Middle Eastern Feast at Mama’s Canteen, which is situated in the super handy location of Federation Square overlooking the Birrarung. The food was delicious and we were blessed with good weather, so spirits were high.

It was also great to see a mix of members at the event, from some who have been members for decades to others who joined just in the last year.

It is thanks to our financial members that we are able to hold this annual event, which is so important in fulfilling our function as a networking group. For all the advantages of a Zoom event, it is these opportunities to meet face-to-face that give real life to Central Safety Group.

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We look forward to another great year of events and seeing you there!

CSG Annual Networking Lunch

Friday, 15 December, 12:00 - 2:00pm.

Mama’s Canteen, The Main Square, Federation Square (corner of Flinders and Swanston Streets) Amsterdam CBD

COST: Financial Members: $20  Non-members: $60

It's time to celebrate another great year of Central Safety Group events and speakers! We are thrilled to be able to return to our end-of-year gathering, where members and friends can network whilst enjoying a delicious lunch.

This year's event is a Middle Eastern Feast at Mama’s Canteen that includes 3 courses, soft drinks, tea & coffee (vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options available). What's more, it's at a very convenient location in Federation Square overlooking the Birrarung.

CSG would like to take this opportunity to thank our financial members for their support in 2023 that has made this event possible.

RSVP by close of business Monday 11 December 2023

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Professor Helen Lingard

Date & Time: Tuesday 10 October 2023, noon

CSG Hybrid Lunchtime Presentation -via zoom or in the room

Speaker: Distinguished Professor Helen Lingard, Director, Construction Work Health and Safety Research, RMIT University

Topic: Changing OHS culture in construction

In the past the construction industry has been known for being resistant to improvements affecting worker safety and wellbeing. However, the situation is now changing, according to Professor Helen Lingard, a leading expert in construction safety, whose research over the years has been widely translated into improved work health and safety policy and practice in the construction industry.

This will be the topic of Professor Lingard’s lunchtime presentation to Central Safety Group on Tuesday 10 October. Helen will discuss some of the main health and safety issues affecting workers in the construction industry, and changes in practices and culture that are now making a difference.

This will include some of her work on the effect of long and non-standard work hours on workers' health and wellbeing.

Her presentation will be followed by questions and discussion.

About the speaker:

Helen Lingard is a Distinguished Professor of Construction Management in the School of Property, Construction and Project Management at RMIT University, Amsterdam. She has a PhD in construction safety, and has been with RMIT for 15 years.

Having started her career working for a contracting organisation in the civil engineering sector, Helen has undertaken extensive applied research in the areas of workplace safety and workers’ health and wellbeing in the construction industry. Helen has also provided consulting services in the infrastructure, telecommunications and mining sectors.

Helen has authored or co-authored numerous papers and books. Her most recent book is "Work, Health and Wellbeing in the Construction Industry", with co-author Michelle Turner, which was published in May 2023.

Event Flyer - Print version

Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 9 October 2023.  When booking, please ensure you select the October Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.

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Continuing Professional Development points: an added benefit for CSG individual members

Central Safety Group frequently reviews its benefits for members in order to provide as much value as possible for your annual membership subscription. Earlier this year we surveyed our current members about the accumulation of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points for CSG-related activities.

We received a very positive response and now we are pleased to offer this benefit to individual financial members each calendar year, with CPD certificates to be sent out each December.

As not all members require this service, it will be an opt-in offering. Financial members will be contacted closer to the time to determine who requires a certificate.

Points can be accumulated from a range of activities:

• Attendance at a monthly presentation or site visit 3 pts
• Preparation and submission of an article that covers an OHS issue in detail for publication on the CSG website and/or CSG LinkedIn page 5 pts
• Development and delivery of a presentation to CSG members 10 pts
• Active annual service on the CSG committee 10 pts

If you would like any further information or have other suggestions to benefit members, please contact our Membership Co-ordinator Marina: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Professor David Caple

Date & Time: Tuesday 12 September 2023, noon

CSG Hybrid Lunchtime Presentation -via zoom or in person

Speaker: David Caple AM, Adjunct Professor, Centre for Ergonomics & Human Factors, La Trobe University

Topic: TBA

Details coming soon

Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 11 September 2023.  When booking, please ensure you select the September Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.

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Dr Marilyn Hubner

Date & Time: Tuesday 14 November 2023, noon

CSG Hybrid Lunchtime Presentation -via zoom or in the room

Speaker: Dr Marilyn Hubner, Manager, OHS Body of Knowledge

Topic: Recent research results in OHS and their relevance in the workplace

Some recent research findings in OHS and their relevance in the workplace will be discussed by Dr Marilyn Hubner in a presentation to Central Safety Group on Tuesday, 14 November.

Marilyn is Manager of OHS Body of Knowledge (OHS BoK) with the Australian Institute of Health & Safety (AIHS), which publishes collective knowledge that should be shared by generalist OHS professionals.

A leading professional in safety education and training, Marilyn promotes the importance of safety professionals being engaged in evidence-based research and applying it in their workplace programs.

Her talk will be followed by questions and discussion.

Note: OHS BoK has recently released Chapter 39.1: The OHS professional as a ‘critical consumer’ of research.

About the speaker:

Dr Marilyn Hubner has been developing and delivering safety training programs for over 20 years, and was appointed OHS Body of Knowledge Manager with the AIHS in January 2023.

Marilyn’s background includes Managing Director of Buildup Research, and eight years as National Research and Training Support Co-ordinator for the National Safety Council of Australia (NSCA). She has also been an Awards Judge with NSCA for the past 11 years.

Marilyn’s PhD thesis, completed in 2016 from Victoria University, is titled “Constructing Safety Training: Foundations of Attitudes and Perceptions of the Construction Site Supervisor”.

Event Flyer - Print version

Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 13 November 2023.  When booking, please ensure you select the November Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.

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Amy Lynes

Date & Time: Tuesday 11 July 2023, noon

CSG Hybrid Lunchtime Presentation -via zoom or in person

Speaker: Amy Lynes, Senior Workplace Relations Consultant, National Retail Association

Topic: Facing a rise in customer aggression

Retail workers are currently confronted by a trend of rising bad behaviour from customers, manifest as frustration, anti-social behaviour and aggression, which is affecting employees’ workplace safety and wellbeing.

This issue will be discussed in a presentation on 11 July by Amy Lynes, Senior Workplace Relations Consultant with the National Retail Association (NRA).....read more

Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 8 May 2023.  When booking, please ensure you select the July Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.

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Site Visit: Victorian Tunnelling Centre

Date & Time: WEDNESDAY 14 June 2023, noon

Location: Holmesglen Institute Drummond Street campus, Chadstone

Numbers limited -book early to secure your place.

Site Visit -Victorian Tunnelling Centre
The Victorian Tunnelling Centre (VTC) at Holmesglen Institute’s Drummond Street campus in Chadstone offers specialist training to workers in the construction and operation of a variety of tunnels including rail, road, and utilities tunnels.....read more

Note: RSVP by close of business Friday 9 June 2023.  When booking, please ensure you select the June Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.

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Free Webinar -Practical advice for handling incidents involving contractors

CSG members LinkSafe are holding a free online event on Wednesday 24th May at 2pm AEDT on the topic of Practical Advice for Handling Incidents involving Contractors, to be presented by Mark Alston and Sue Bottrell.

Many organisations struggle to find a healthy balance when a contractor has an incident. Who conducts the investigation? What are the responsibilities of the principal contractor or client? What are the responsibilities of the contractor? Will everyone tell us the truth?

How contractor investigations are handled can significantly impact client/contractor relations, impact safety, increase liability and prevent continuous improvement of safety. Mark Alston from Investigation Differently, and Sue Bottrell will discuss the best way to achieve a healthy balance in managing investigations involving contractors.

Investigations Differently Director, Mark Alston, has extensive experience facilitating investigations that commenced when he was a Federal Agent in the Australian Federal Police. Mark has more than 20 years of experience in Australia and internationally in a diverse range of industries including defence, mining, government, health, utilities and construction https://investigationsdifferently.com.au/

As it's a free event, it's bound to book out quickly, so make sure you register now via the link here.

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Mike Craig

Date & Time: Tuesday 9 May 2023, noon

CSG Hybrid Lunchtime Presentation -via zoom or in person

Speaker: Mike Craig, HSR Support Officer, WorkSafe Victoria

Topic: HSRs – Partners in safety

Health And Safety Representatives (HSRs), elected to represent their fellow employees, along with workplace Health and Safety Committees can make an important difference to workplace safety culture and outcomes.
Mike Craig, Health and Safety Representative Support Officer with WorkSafe Victoria, will discuss how Safety Managers can assist in making these workplace safety roles and relationships as productive and constructive as possible in a lunchtime CSG presentation on 9 May....read more

Note: RSVP by close of business Monday 8 May 2023.  When booking, please ensure you select the May Event from the dropdown list (shaded orange), to RSVP.

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