Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals
Mining giants BHP and Vale have proposed a $38 billion settlement over the catastrophic failure of the Samarco tailings dam in 2015.
CFMEU cases disappear
Reports say the workplace watchdog has dropped 30 per cent of cases against the CFMEU.
MP booted for staff misconduct
Victorian MP Darren Cheeseman has resigned from the Labor Party following a series of allegations of misconduct towards his staff.
Tech harassment tallied
A concerningly high rate of people admit to using technology to sexually harass colleagues at work.
COVID guidelines reviewed
New research finds most national COVID-19 treatment guidelines recommend treatments that do not work.
Fines tightened for emergency attacks
Queensland is looking at tougher penalties for people who ram emergency services vehicles.
Online power boost outlined
The Government wants public input on a plan to expand the eSafety Commissioner’s powers.
Senate seeks COVID probe
Political will could see Australia avoid learning lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic.
ABF abuse uncovered
Reports reveal an environment of sexual harassment and discrimination within the ABF marine unit.
Musk attacks safety efforts
One of the world’s richest people is set to test Australia's online safety laws.
'Invisible' issues exposed
Experts have called for measures to address gender inequity facing female veterans.
Crash data shows city links
A new study has uncovered insights from 15 years of crashes on Melbourne roads.
IV pushes preventative spend
Experts urge Victoria to bolster roads, electricity networks, and buildings against escalating extreme weather events.
Judge questions union compromise
The Fair Work Ombudsman has been criticised for its handling of a CFMEU case.
Lockdown effect seen in social work
New research looks at the stress, demand and pressure for social workers in Melbourne’s COVID-19 lockdown.
Powercor pleads guilty
Powercor, the electricity distribution giant, has pleaded guilty to 104 charges stemming from failures in vegetation management around power lines, which led to a dangerous bushfire.