Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - June, 2017
West Australian frontline police officers will soon be supplied with stab-proof vests.
Court starts on 2015 oil spill
A Panama-based company faces millions in fines for allegedly spilling tonnes of oil near the Great Barrier Reef.
Cheap flights should give pause
An aviation expert says people should think twice before booking the cheapest flights they can find.
Email arrest in union fight
A construction company manager has been arrested amid a war between builders and unions in Victoria.
Minister responds to aged-care scandal
The Federal Aged Care Minister has responded to reports of exploitation at retirement villages ...
Reviews start after big ship crash
Multiple investigations are gathering details on the collision of a tanker and a US warship.
Senator calls for nursing safety boost
A South Australian senator has called for immediate action to protect rural nurses.
AMEC questions WA department
The WA Department of Mines and Petroleum (DMP) has been slammed for leaving a mine safety levy and trust fund $10 million in debt.
WA opens NDIS divide
An unnecessary stoush is growing between the WA and federal government over the NDIS.
Societal risks largely missed
A new study warns Australia has drastically underestimated the threat of climate change.
Cash backs Aerocare claims
Michaelia Cash has joined an argument between the TWU, ABC and aviation services company, Aerocare.
Melbourne cladding checked
Melbourne's Lord Mayor says the city is “very close” to fixing potentially dangerous cladding at 17 of the city's buildings.
Police planning PTSD help
The Queensland Police Union has partnered with the Queensland Police Service to develop vital mental health strategies for officers.
Sneeze spreading assessed
A hefty sneeze can fling bacteria up to 4 metres, where it remains alive for up to 45 minutes.
ALRC reports on elder abuse
Experts say Australia needs to reduce the risks that people face in their golden years.
Smelter chief wants nuclear option
The boss of NSW’s largest electricity user says Australian politicians should be “brave” and consider nuclear energy.
Big bill for Manus mistreatment
The Federal Government has avoided liability for treatment of Manus Island refugees by ...
Defibrillator drones tested
Researchers are investigating the idea of attaching defibrillators to drones.
Engine issues ground A330
A China Eastern Airlines plane was forced to turn back to Sydney this week after a massive hole was ripped in its engine cowling.
Push to cut kids' injury rate
Experts say the federal government should establish a national injury prevention plan to cut the massive costs of hospitalisation of children.
Victoria boosts ER safety
Victoria has doubled funding for security in public hospitals after a disturbing attack on a surgeon.