Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - October, 2016
Fifteen people have been killed by a gas explosion at a coal mine in south western China.
Expert warns of danger in the field
Authorities say older farmers must pay particular attention to their safety...
Little lungs check smoke effects
Engineers have developed a chip embedded with lung cells that can simulate the effects of smoking.
QLD orders mine leaks plugged
Authorities want better protections for groundwater around the mothballed Ben Lomond mine.
Theme park reviews starting
As communities continue to struggle with last week’s fatal Dreamworld accident, authorities are beginning investigations.
Amberley cancer claim questioned
The Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) has denied an alleged cancer link from exposure to toxic chemicals in an F-111 jet fighter program.
Lung levy outlined
The CFMEU is seeking a black lung levy for Queensland mining companies to pay their victims, reports say.
Taskforce to tackle power moves
Victoria is setting up a taskforce to plan closure of the Hazelwood coal-fired power station.
Cairns urged to avoid cavities
Dentists are again calling on the regional city of Cairns to fluoridate its water.
Cracks appear in Myer site defence
An audit has found there was some prior knowledge of issues before a wall collapse in Tasmania.
Experts brace for QLD Zika season
Seventy-six cases of the Zika virus have now been diagnosed in Queensland.
New centre for military issues
A new service is targeting the immense struggles faced by servicemen and women leaving the Australian Defence Force (ADF).
Pain pills unexplained, study says
Consumers lack proper knowledge about the use of over-the-counter drugs, experts say.
Economist knocks gas studies
Economists say the funding links between fossil fuel firms and researchers could threaten academic independence.
Heavy charges for Brazil spill
BHP Billiton executives are among 21 people charged with manslaughter and environmental crimes...
SA ICAC calls for new eyes
South Australia's Independent Commissioner Against Corruption (ICAC) says public officers suspended with pay should be watched.
Emergency alerts in Adelaide ED
SafeWork SA has been warned of dangers created by overcrowding at Adelaide's Lyell McEwin Hospital (LMH).
Foam findings stay in hiding
The Defence Department is checking more areas for the presence of toxic fire-fighting foams.
PM shoots for union targets
The Prime Minister has leaked footage of a CFMEU official’s threatening behaviour, while being accused of trading guns ...
NDIS delays hurt in SA
An SA politician says NDIS clients still wait up to a year for coverage even after being approved for funding.