Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - February, 2023
Big fine for crane fatality
Clark Cranes, a Melbourne-based crane company, has been fined $400,000 after being found guilty of two workplace safety charges.
Compensation call for group home abuse
One of Australia’s biggest disability service providers has been urged to compensate a woman for sexual assault inside a group home.
Compo scheme up for review
The Queensland Government has launched an independent review of the state’s workers’ compensation scheme.
PFAS pledge heard
The Federal Government has apologised for the impacts of PFAS contamination in one part of NSW.
Pollution toll tallied
Experts estimate that vehicle emissions could cause over 11,000 deaths a year.
Safety strategy updated
A new 10-year national strategy to reduce workplace fatalities, injuries, and illnesses in Australia has been released.
COVID protection checked
A new study shows how well a prior COVID-19 infection protects the next time around.
Psychosocial needs for ACT
A new resource details the optimal psychosocial conditions for public servants in the ACT.
Tech firms probed on safety
Tech giants are being called to report on their measures for keeping children safe.
E-scooter issues detailed
Authorities have issued a consumer warning on the safe use and charging of electric scooters.
Firm fined for stone crush
A benchtop manufacturer and installer has been convicted and fined $85,000 after a worker was left paralysed from being crushed by a stone slab.
Jumping castle report withheld
WorkSafe Tasmania's investigation report into a December 2021 jumping castle accident is being withheld.
Mine deaths prompt fundraising
Workmates are raising funds following the tragic deaths of two miners at the Dugald River underground zinc mine in Queensland.
Silicosis issue "clear-cut"
More calls have been made to stop the use of engineered stone in Australia amid a silicosis “epidemic”.
Tesla launches recall
Tesla has announced the recall of more than 362,000 vehicles fitted with Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology.
New head for leadership body
The Federal Government has appointed Dr Vivienne Thom to lead its bipartisan parliamentary leadership taskforce.
Superbugs linked to pollution
Experts say that in order to reduce the threat of superbugs, the world must cut down on pollution.
FMG joins safety probe
Fortescue Metals Group says it will comply with orders to hand over sexual harassment documents.
Lobbies call for road fund
Farmers, freight operators and councils are pushing for a $5.5 billion investment into Australia’s rural road network.