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Recruitment Trends in Australia: What Employers Need to Know
Labour market analysis from the Recruitment, Consulting & Staffing Association (RCSA) highlights the ongoing pressures facing Australian employers…
BlueScope
IRP has worked with BlueScope for almost 10 years, supporting them with their recruitment and HR needs.
Managing Heat Risks on Site
Understanding Heat Risks Working in high temperatures and direct sunlight increases the risk of: Heat stress and dehydration Fatigue and reduced concentration Sunburn and UV-related skin damage Eye strain and reduced visibility Slower reaction times and poor decision-making These risks can impact worker wellbeing, site productivity, and overall workplace safety if not properly managed. Heat-related […]
Australian Employment Outlook: What Employers Need to Prepare For
Workforce conditions across Australia continue to shift. Productivity pressure, persistent skills shortages, and cost-conscious hiring are reshaping…
Dowell
For over 18 years, IRP has assisted Dowell with the recruitment, onboarding and retention of employees for their Perth facility.
Chemical Labelling & Hazard Awareness
Labels on hazardous chemicals provide an immediate warning to anyone handling them, anyone nearby, and to protect the environment. Australia follows the Globally Harmonised System (GHS), introduced in 2017. GHS is a worldwide standard for chemical classification, labelling, and safety data sheets (SDS). If a chemical is classified as hazardous, a GHS-compliant label and SDS […]
Labour Productivity in Australia: Why Operational Discipline Now Determines Performance
Australia is experiencing its weakest labour productivity growth in decades. For business leaders, this is not an economic headline, it is an…
Testing & Tagging Electrical Equipment
WHAT IS TESTING AND TAGGING? Testing and tagging is the process of checking the safety of equipment. It has two steps: portable electrical Visual inspection for damage or wear Electrical testing using a Portable Appliance Tester (PAT) Once tested, the appliance is fitted with a tag confirming it has been tested, including: Who tested it […]
Australia’s Employment Outlook for 2026 – What It Means for Western Australia Employers
Australia enters 2026 with a labour market that is no longer cyclical but structurally tight, particularly in Western Australia. While the volatility…
When Am I At Risk in the Workplace?
UNDERSTANDING WORKPLACE RISK When an incident or injury occurs, it is rarely caused by a single issue. In most cases, there are several contributing factors such as poor housekeeping, faulty equipment, lack of training, or unsafe work methods. These risks are often present before the task begins and must be identified early. PERSONAL RISK FACTORS […]
Employee Retention Strategies: How to Keep Good Employees
If you manage a warehouse or manufacturing operations, losing a good employee isn’t just frustrating, it’s operationally expensive.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
WHY PPE MATTERS Imagine losing your hearing, eyesight, or a limb – what would you miss out on? Listening to your favourite band Watching your child take their first steps Playing sport or supporting your footy team Workplace incidents still cause these types of injuries, but proper PPE dramatically reduces risk. Common PPE includes: Steel […]
Perth’s Labour Pool Set To Tighten 10-15% by 2027 – What It Means For Employers
Western Australia’s infrastructure, defence and housing pipeline is creating the most competitive recruitment landscape Perth has seen in more than a…
Housekeeping for Health & Safety
WHY HOUSEKEEPING MATTERS Good housekeeping is a critical part of maintaining a safe and efficient workplace. It involves keeping work areas clean, organised, and free from hazard throughout the day. Poor housekeeping is a common cause of workplace incidents, particularly slips, trips, and falls. Maintaining a tidy site helps reduce these risks and supports safer […]
Why Your Performance Review Isn’t Working (and How to Fix It)
Let’s be honest, very few people genuinely enjoy performance reviews. Managers understand their purpose, but in practice they often…
Event & Hazard Reporting
WHAT IS AN EVENT? An event is any unplanned situation that has caused, or could have caused, injury, damage to property or equipment, or environmental harm. Events are generally classified as: Injury: Work-related injury, illness, or condition requiring first aid or medical treatment Near Miss: An incident that did not cause harm but had the […]
Closing the Warehouse Skills Gap in WA
Walk your warehouse floor at 6:45am and you can feel it immediately. The pallet jack moves, but it drags. Not enough to stop the shift, but enough…
Eye Safety in the Workplace
UNDERSTANDING EYE SAFETY RISKS Eye injuries are a common workplace hazard and can occur over a wide range of tasks. The risk increases significantly depending on the type of work being performed and the surrounding environment. Workers must remain aware that eye hazards are not limited to direct tasks, exposure can also occur when working […]
Time-Efficient Onboarding for Managers
If you manage a warehouse or manufacturing floor, you already know time is scarce. Production schedules, equipment uptime, team management…
Duty of Care, Knowing Your Safety Obligations
WHAT IS DUTY OF CARE? Duty of care refers to the legal responsibility to take reasonable care to ensure that your actions do not cause harm to yourself or others in the workplace. If a hazard or risk is identified, steps must be taken to eliminate it or minimise the risk so far as reasonably […]
The Cost of a Bad Hire in Supply Chain (and How to Avoid It)
In supply chain, warehousing, and logistics environments, a bad hire isn’t just an HR issue, it’s an operational risk. From missed deadlines to…
Fit for Work – Workplace Health and Safety
WHAT DOES “FIT FOR WORK” MEAN? Being fit for work means an individual is in a condition that allows them to perform their duties safely, competently, and without risk to themselves or others. Fitness for work can be affected by fatigue, injury, illness, stress, or the use of drugs and alcohol. These factors must be […]
Tired of Churn? How Managers Can Work Better With Recruitment Agencies
Filling vacancies is one thing. Building a high-performing, reliable operation is another. A purely transactional approach - “find a candidate, fill…
Hand Safety – 10 Rules to Preserve 10 Fingers
10 RULES TO KEEP YOUR HANDS SAFE Beware of pinch points and moving parts Recognise hazardous spots and keep your hands clear. When using cutting tools, never place your free hand near the line of cut. Expect the unexpected Tools and materials can slip or give way. Anticipate resistance and plan your grip movement accordingly. […]
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