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Our blog shares practical insights on Safety in Design, WHS legislation, and risk management across the built environment. Articles are written for designers, engineers, and duty holders seeking to reduce risk early in the design process and meet Australian regulatory requirements.
© Safe Design AustraliaLooking Back on 2025: A Year of Progress in Safety in Design
In 2025, the rules around Safety in Design didn’t change — but how they were applied did. This reflection looks at what shifted in practice across architecture, infrastructure and public-sector projects, and how earlier engagement, better conversations and practical thinking are shaping stronger design outcomes.
© Safe Design Australia, 2025. Image generated with AI and edited for publication.Role of Designers in Safety: The Upstream Duty Holders
by Leo Fan — Senior Risk Consultant at Safe Design Australia
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Safe Design Australia 2025Beyond Compliance: Safe Design as a Creative Force
by Rebekah Colman Senior Risk Consultant at Safe Design Australia
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Safe Design Australia 2025Safety in Design CPD Course | Earn CPD Points the Not Boring Way | Safe Design Australia
Have you been keeping on top of your continuing professional…

The CHAIR Process – Gone but Not Forgotten
Exploring the CHAIR Safety in Design tool with John Daly, MD…

Wrapping Up 2024: The Year of Safety in Design in Australia
Wrapping Up 2024: The Year of Safety in Design in Australia
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Acton Waterfront Park Project
The Safe Design Australia team recently had the pleasure…

CPTED – Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) uses urban…

The SDA E-Book has been updated!
Safe Design Australia’s eBook is a fantastic resource that…
