Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - January, 2023
Thousands of people have applied for buy-backs in the wake of last year’s NSW Northern Rivers flooding catastrophe.
Big fine for compo work
A truck driver has been charged for secretly working while receiving workers compensation payments.
MUA pushes pay claim
The maritime union is making an underpayment claim following a fine of over $2 million.
Quad safety survey open
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland is seeking views on quad bike safety.
Red Cross warns of next wave
A new Red Cross report claims all countries are “dangerously unprepared” for the next pandemic.
Forbidden pill still missing
Authorities are scrambling to find a potentially deadly radioactive capsule lost in the WA desert.
Grim figures from aged care body
Tens of thousands of serious incidents have been reported in a new scheme by the aged care watchdog.
Riders face safety sweep
SafeWork NSW and NSW Police are checking that food delivery riders and platforms are complying with new safety laws.
WHO issues medicine warning
The World Health Organization (WHO) says action must be taken to protect children from contaminated medicines.
COVID plans re-checked
Australian researchers have modelled 104 combinations of measures to determine the best COVID policy.
Nanotech set on deadly bugs
Light-activated nanotech has been used to eradicate some of the most notorious and potentially deadly bacteria in the world.
NSW goes for online checks
A new disclosure scheme will allow NSW women and men to check their partner's violence history online.
Plastics mapped in air and sea
Two new studies detail the extent and risks of microplastic pollution.
Legionella sweep completed
A new study of domestic and hospital drinking water systems found Legionella in 41 per cent of samples.
NDIS probe shows grim stats
A review has revealed thousands of reports of misconduct in disability group homes.