Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - February, 2013
The Fair Work Ombudsman has announced a new initiative aimed at cracking down on exploitative internship practices.
New Safety Commissioner appointed
Alan Edwards has been appointed as the country’s new Federal Safety Commissioner, following the recent departure of Jeff Willing from the role.
SA moves to clarify WHS laws
The South Australian Government has introduced a Bill before Parliament which it says will clarify the recently changed Work Health and Safety laws.
Heavy vehicle crash rate down
The Federal Government has welcomed recently released statistics that show a 20 per cent decline in road fatalities involving heavy vehicles in the last five years.
Jobs at Home Day announced
WorkSafe Victoria has announced that Friday February 15 is Jabs at Home Day, a community initiative that aims to recognise the importance of safety at work by celebrating the jobs we do at home.
WorkCover Queensland to hold free workshops
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland has announced a series of free workshops aimed at helping the state’s business operators better manage workplace safety.
WorkCover rolls out crane inspections
WorkCover New South Wales has announced its tower cranes inspection program has begun across the state.