Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - January, 2020
West Gate Tunnel builders are seeking to terminate their contract with the Victorian Government.
Dreamworld payouts could top $20m
The owners of Queensland theme park Dreamworld have paid out millions in compensation, but are expected to pay several times more.
Lead levels largely low
A new study suggests regulations designed to limit lead levels in children may be working.
Nanotube sensors tested
New microscopic sensors developed in Australia could make aircraft safer, improve the lives of diabetics and help those who rely on prosthetics.
New site tallies tailings
The world’s first public database of mine tailings dams has been launched to prevent deadly disasters.
Soil spoils tunnel work
The discovery of contaminated soil could see over 100 workers on Victoria’s West Gate Tunnel project sacked.
Homicide charge over dam collapse
Homicide charges have been laid over a dam disaster last year that killed more than 250 people.
Call for smoke constistency
Unions and business want more guidance on bushfire smoke at worksites and offices.
Council commits to asbestos fix
Blue Mountains City Council has accepted a $513,880 enforceable undertaking over alleged safety contraventions.
Fine over ladder fall
A cleaning company has been fined $30,000 after a worker fell 5.5 metres from the awning of a Victorian church.
NSW proposes builders' ratings
The NSW Government has proposed measures to clamp down on dodgy developers.
Silicosis sweep finds 160
Almost one in five Queensland stonemasons appear to have a potentially deadly lung disease.
Ambo assault stats low
The true rate of assault on Northern Territory paramedics has been underreported, insiders say.
Airbag recall expands
Toyota, Mazda and Suzuki are running voluntary recalls of more than 18,000 vehicles manufactured between 1996 and 1999 over airbag safety concerns.
Catchments caught in fire drops
There is concern that water catchments across NSW could be contaminated with flame retardant chemicals from the bushfire crisis.