Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - February, 2021
Experts say there are only a few good parts in the Federal Government’s new IR bill.
Call for broader jab scheme
The peak local government lobby wants frontline council workers to receive early COVID-19 vaccination.
Dutton steers crime funds
Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton has pushed grant funding to projects he personally chose, against the advice of his department.
QLD calls for insurance fund
Queensland councils want the Commonwealth to set up a national reinsurance pool.
Food rider protections suggested
New guidelines have been launched to protect food delivery riders in NSW.
Inaction linked to further issues
Regulatory delays may be contributing to critical problems at a lead-zinc mine in the Northern Territory, according to experts.
OHS issues in big home shift
The work-from-home revolution comes with some safety unknowns, according to one expert.
Federal benefit for hotel system
Experts say that a national approach to COVID-19 quarantines could bring some major benefits.
Genetic insurance rules reviewed
A moratorium on the use of genetic test results in life insurance underwriting is coming up for review.
New guides for child head knocks
Experts have created new clinical guidelines to diagnose and manage mild to moderate head injuries in children.
NSW riddled with regional issues
An inquiry into regional health services in NSW has heard of tragic shortages in under-served areas.
Woodside warned on oil plans
The offshore petroleum regulator is investigating the disposal of old oil equipment by Woodside Petroleum.
Comcare treatment slammed
Media investigations have exposed concerning allegations against the federal workplace insurer, Comcare.
Hawke denies right wing risk
Despite right-wing extremism being on the rise, the Immigration Minister says Australia does not have such a problem.
Slim boost from big cover
A $2.7 million shade structure in Darwin’s CBD has been found to have reduced temperatures by less than 1℃.
New action on Defence PFAS
The Department of Defence is facing a legal challenge from an Aboriginal community over PFAS contamination.
Contractor fined for asbestos exposure
SafeWork SA has fined a contractor $3,600 for exposing workers to asbestos.
Key resources updated
Safe Work Australia has provided new guidance on preventing workplace sexual harassment, violence and aggression.