Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - November, 2017
A whistleblower who was a major cause for the banking royal commission says he received death threats.
Fourth PFAS case considered
Darwin residents could become the next group to sue the Defence Department over PFAS contamination.
Bill up for new ICAC
NT's Labor Government says it will have an anti-corruption commission up and running next year.
Call for asbestos penalties
A Senate committee has called for increased penalties for illegally importing asbestos.
Push to expand cancer compo
Tasmanian unions and workers are outraged that cancer compensation laws to not extend to Parks and Wildlife firefighters.
Study shows commuter risks
Experts have warned that the noise levels experienced during a trip to work are enough to induce hearing loss.
Allergen attacks high
New research suggests adolescents with food allergies are experiencing frequent allergic reactions ...
Doctors call for jail age increase
Doctors have joined a push to raise the age of criminal responsibility from 10 to 14 years old.
New scheme spreads DVOs
The new National Domestic Violence Order Scheme (NDVOS) has come into effect.
TEPCO considers controlled leak
Japan is still deciding what to do with a million tonnes of radioactive water being stored at the destroyed Fukushima nuclear power plant.
Big fine for bitumen injury
A Sydney court has handed down a $200,000 fine for a workplace explosion that left a man with severe burns.
Builders held back by liability issues
Builders are becoming fearful of the cost and safety risks of faulty products.
Minister makes augur warning
NSW safety authorities have issued a specific warning on the use of augurs.
New codes open for comment
WorkSafe Victoria wants industry and public input on proposed OHS reforms.
WorkSafe warns of EOY issues
Authorities want employers and workers to take a step back and focus on safety as they head into a particularly dangerous time of year.
Gov. told to take action on tobacco
Experts say governments should not be afraid to sue tobacco companies for their enormous cost to health systems.
Five face mine fire charges
The owners of Victoria's Hazelwood coal mine will face accusations of causing air pollution during a mine fire.