October is National Safe Work Month and Brisbane Markets Limited (BML) and Brismark will be undertaking a range of activities in support of promoting a safe working environment for all Market users.
A full calendar of activities is planned for Safe Work Month, including events, workshops and the random distribution of free coffee vouchers for Markets’ users spotted doing the right thing. To view and book into these sessions during October, click here.
It is important to remember, that we all play a role in making the Brisbane Markets a safe working environment, every day for all Market users.
Forklift Operator of the year Grand Final!
In support of National Safe Work Month, BML and Brismark will again be hosting the annual Forklift Operator of the Year (FOOTY) event, with this year’s grand final being held on Tuesday, 27 October 2026 from 8am.
The Brisbane Markets has one of the highest concentrations of forklifts in Queensland, with FOOTY seeking to promote a positive safety culture with forklift operators in the Markets.
The observation period is now underway and the top ten finalists will be announced on 15 October 2026. The finalists will participate in a timed, practical course designed to test their forklift operating skills and will be assessed by a panel of judges. Who will be the 2026 Forklift Operator of the Year? Click here to find out more!
WHSQ regular visits until end of October
All Tenants are reminded of the regular visits of Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) . These site visits are part of normal monitoring of health and safety activities that WHSQ undertake. It is anticipated that inspectors will attend between the hours 4 – 8am and 10pm and 1am.
