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🔥How about that weather lately🔥? Not all of us get to kick back at a desk in air-con 🥵. For those who don't, here's 4 critical things to look at to keep your team safe when the mercury is high 🌡️ DRESS SMART Where safety regulations permit, have your team wear light-coloured, loose-fitting, breathable clothing. Provide wide-brimmed hats, long sleeves and high SPF sunscreen. HYDRATE Drinking to thirst may not be enough in extreme temperatures. Your team should be able to take sips every 15-20min. Minimum 250ml every hour REST BREAKS Provide a cool shaded area and encourage REST during break times. Reassure your team that they can take a break if they don't feel OK - even if it's not their official break time. SAFETY TRAINING Know the signs of heat-related illness: dizziness headache nausea heavy sweating Stop work and cool down immediately if these occur. For more tips on keeping your team safe, happy and productive over the summer months, give us a call 😎

🔥How about that weather lately🔥? Not all of us get to kick back at a desk in air-con 🥵. For those who don't, here's 4 critical things to look at to keep your team safe when the mercury is high 🌡️ DRESS SMART Where safety regulations permit, have your team wear light-coloured, loose-fitting, breathable clothing. Provide wide-brimmed hats, long sleeves and high SPF sunscreen. HYDRATE Drinking to thirst may not be enough in extreme temperatures. Your team should be able to take sips every 15-20min. Minimum 250ml every hour REST BREAKS Provide a cool shaded area and encourage REST during break times. Reassure your team that they can take a break if they don't feel OK - even if it's not their official break time. SAFETY TRAINING Know the signs of heat-related illness: dizziness headache nausea heavy sweating Stop work and cool down immediately if these occur. For more tips on keeping your team safe, happy and productive over the summer months, give us a call 😎

♻️ Plastics recycling is really taking off in Sydney's waste management industry - creating thousands of job opportunities along the way 💚 Our green revolution is processing over 100,000 tonnes of plastic through our recycling facilities each year and reshaping our economy with 5,000+ people now employed in Sydney's recycling sector 💪🏽 Some recent wins worth celebrating: ♻️ Return and Earn has received 12.5 BILLION containers, resulting in 73% reduction in drink container litter and created hundreds of local jobs ♻️ Councils are rolling out smart waste management solutions like FOGO (Food Organics and Garden Organics) collection ♻️ Our waste transfer stations are getting high-tech upgrades for better sorting ♻️ Local companies are transforming plastic waste into everything from furniture to construction materials Here's something interesting: for every 10,000 tonnes of waste recycled, we create 9.2 full-time positions - that's triple the jobs compared to landfill operations! Plus, our modern Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs) are using AI-powered sorting systems to boost efficiency and reduce contamination rates. What innovative waste management or recycling initiatives is your organization implementing? We'd love to hear about your sustainability journey! And the jobs it's creating and reshaping in your team! hello@blackbearsolutions.com.au #SustainableSydney #WasteManagement #GreenJobs #Recycling #CircularEconomy

Planet Ark's National Recycling Week is back once again, and this year, the theme is "Join the Cycle," encouraging all of us to participate actively in making a difference. As we gear up to celebrate this important occasion, it's essential to remember the five R's that can significantly impact our approach to waste management BEFORE you simply recycle: **Reduce** Minimize the amount of waste you create. **Reuse** Find ways to use items more than once before discarding them. **Repair** Fix broken items instead of throwing them away. **Repurpose** Transform items for new uses instead of letting them go to waste. **Rethink** Consider your consumption habits and their long-term effects. ♻️ By making these conscious choices, we can keep valuable materials in circulation and out of waste, fostering a more sustainable future for everyone 💚  #Recycling #NationalRecyclingWeek #NRW #JoinTheCycle #CircularEconomy #WasteManagement #Sustainability

Legislation Enacted 1st November 2024 - Same Job Same Pay Our country's "same job, same pay" legislation takes effect as of November 1, marking a significant step towards ensuring fair pay practices across all sectors. For businesses with a workforce of 15 or more employees, it is crucial to note that any labour hire staff who have been with you for more than 3 months need to receive compensation that is equal to that of your direct hires who are performing similar work. At Black Bear Solutions, we are committed to upholding these standards and ensuring that our team members' pay aligns with the wage benchmarks established by any host employer's agreement. In fact, if your direct hires are earning more than the standard award, our labour hire staff will receive the same competitive rates as well! #SameJobSamePay #FairWork

A lack of onsite support presents significant risks that can jeopardize the safety and well-being of your entire team. This is where partnering with a reputable labour hire company becomes crucial. Such a company plays an essential role in bolstering your safety measures by ensuring that only qualified and safety-conscious workers are integrated into your workforce. Moreover, they provide comprehensive on-the-job safety training that equips employees with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate potential hazards effectively.  However, the support from your agency extends far beyond just initial training. Your labour hire agency’s commitment to safety continues with regular updates on safety protocols, consistent compliance monitoring, and easy access to a variety of health and safety resources. These elements are just a few examples of the ongoing support you should anticipate from a reliable recruitment partner like Black Bear Solutions. At Black Bear Solutions, we are dedicated to supporting you and your team in working safely and efficiently. Our goal is to help you minimize risks and foster a secure working environment for everyone involved, creating a culture of safety that permeates throughout your organization. For additional resources and support initiatives designed to further minimize risks for your team, consider exploring the guidance provided by Safe Work Australia during National Safe Work Month. Visit their website to learn more: Welcome | Safe Work Australia. #NSWM #WHS #SafeWork

Ssseven Tips to Keep Your Workers Safe Outside Got workers outside at this time of year? Don't do anything else until you've checked this list 👇🏽 for keeping them sssafe 🐍! Signs like this one, keep eveyone aware and vigilant! Clean up areas with long grass and piles of materials - snakes love these! You can never do enough site inspections! Look for snake activity - especially in areas with dense vegetation, shade and near water. Boots and gaiters on, preferably with long pants. Stocktake the first aid kit - is it nearby, has it got compression bandages? Safety training - how to apply that bandage to a snake bite! Snake awareness training - types of snakes in the area, how to avoid provoking them Keep everyone safe onsite not just this October for National Safe Work Month - but always. #NSWM #SnakeSeason #WHS #Labourhire #Onsite

To get the most out of your recruitment partner, let's first look at communication! 1. SET CLEAR GOALS. Be specific about WHAT you need and WHEN you need it. 2. DETAILS! Give loads of information about the job and type of worker you're after. The more info, the better the match! 3. KEEP IN TOUCH During the interviews, or when your people are hired and onsite, stay connected with your recruiter. The more updates and feedback you give, the faster and better results. 4. SEEK ADVICE Trust your recruiter's expertise and their intel on your industry. Your recruiter will be able to advise on feasibility of the campaign based off rate, location and skill set. 5. IF YOU'RE NOT GETTING THIS FROM YOUR RECRUITER - SWITCH! If your current agency isn't providing this advice, or meeting with you often, or providing services like candidate care programs and surveys - switch to a recruiter like Black Bear Solutions!