Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals
Long COVID cost the Australian economy nearly $10 billion in 2022, new analysis shows.
VR crimes studied
Experts have issued a warning about ‘metacrime’ - crimes and inappropriate activities within virtual reality (VR) environments.
Blood tests prompt privacy call
Mandatory employee blood tests have prompted calls for a privacy law overhaul.
Coal fire effects continue
A new study shows the lung health impact from the Hazelwood mine fire persists years later.
Fine issued for threader harm
A steel fabricator has been fined $50,000 after a worker was pulled into a machine.
Overdose implant tested
Researchers are testing an implant that can detect heroin overdose and administer a drug to reverse it.
3G shutdown delayed
Telstra and Optus have announced a delay in the shutdown of their 3G mobile networks.
Regulator kickbacks alleged
Staff at Victoria's building regulator have been charged in a corruption probe.
CFMEU crackdown continues
The Federal Government is attempting to address ongoing controversies surrounding the CFMEU.
Ventilation lessons studied
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the essential role of indoor air quality in preventing the spread of airborne pathogens.
AFP strike looms
Federal police officers across Australia are poised to embark on industrial action.
H5N1 infections probed
Experts have reviewed the cases of two dairy farm workers who contracted the highly pathogenic H5N1 strain of bird flu.
Pollution impacts people's mood
Researchers are using a new measurement to show how a person’s mood or affect fluctuates with daily changes in air pollution.
Serious myGov issues reported
An Ombudsman’s report has highlighted serious issues with myGov’s security.
Shorten keen for NDIS change
NDIS Minister Bill Shorten has expressed optimism that the Senate will pass a bill designed to reform ...