Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - September, 2017
Australian building suppliers allegedly knew for years that they were selling highly flammable cladding products.
UN slams lack of Gap progress
The United Nations says Australia has made “woefully inadequate” progress on Closing the Gap.
Back pain could be bodily defence
Almost everyone has some kind of back pain, and new research suggests it may actually be a defence mechanism.
Black lung response backed
The Queensland Government has moved to accept most of the recommendations made by its black lung committee.
CFMEU marks memorial with safety call
A union leader has called for harsher penalties to prevent mine deaths.
Cycle injuries rise
New research shows the incidence of serious trauma for Victorian cyclists has increased.
HPV jab improved
Doctors say a new vaccine will be an important weapon in the fight to protect women against cervical cancer.
Nats aim to cap zooming scooters
The Nationals have backed a call to limit mobility scooters to 6km/h.
New cells spell lower risk
Researchers have developed a lithium-ion battery with far lower fire and explosive risks.
NDIS rates cause concern
Remote area disability services say they cannot afford to charge rates mandated by the NDIS.
Prescription injections rising
There has been a shift among injecting drug users towards prescription meds.
Experts reflect on daily drinking
Research suggests significant numbers of workers in mining and agriculture are consuming drugs and alcohol before work.