Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - September, 2016
An independent review will look at the risks Shenhua's proposed Watermark mine pose to Aboriginal heritage and sacred sites
Porsche mad at NT safety push
Luxury car-maker Porsche says the Northern Territory Government is running a “nanny state” after open speed limits were partly removed.
Anti-bacterial ban handed down
The US has banned dangerous and ineffective chemicals in antibacterial hand soap.
Reef crash pored over in court
The Government is seeking $120 million in compensation after a coal ship slammed into the Great Barrier Reef.
Defence abuse deserves commission
Nick Xenophon says a royal commission is needed to tackle “systemic abuse” ...
Inpex approaching operations
The $US37 billion Inpex natural gas project is now in its final construction phase.
Samsung fires up burning recall
Samsung Australia is recalling over 50,000 of its Galaxy Note7 smartphones on reports some phones had exploded while charging.
Ketamine controls could bring pain
International governments are trying to place heavier controls on ketamine, but anaesthetists are fighting to keep it free.
Space fail brings compo claim
A massive explosion has destroyed a Facebook satellite and brought calls for compensation.