Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals
With more hot weather on the way, WA authorities have issued a warning to guard against heat stress at work.
Ranger closure prompts rehab call
The rehab plan for an old NT uranium mine has been deemed “woefully inadequate”.
WA to review BHP licences
BHP's environmental licences in the Pilbara town of Newman will be tested by the state government.
Tasmania takes up radio change
The Tasmanian Government has announced a radio network overhaul worth $567 million.
Funds back new jabs
The Federal Government has funded trials for new COVID-19 vaccines that could have a number of benefits over current treatments.
Cross-state licence plan released
Consultation is open on a new scheme designed to help licences apply across state lines.
EPA eyes Pirie lead limits
Nyrstar’s Port Pirie smelter is cutting its lead emissions, but is still likely to breach limits set in its new licence.
Fine over farm death
Two companies and a director have been penalised after a contractor died at an almond processing site in 2018.
Big icare issues outlined
An audit has found NSW state insurer icare paid some operating costs with money meant for injured workers.
Drivers resign over EBA
Melbourne train drivers are leaving their union en masse over what they say are unsafe workplace conditions.
EPA scraps dump approvals
Victoria’s Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has reversed its approval for three toxic waste dumps.
Porter backs pay plans
The Federal Government has knocked back a union attempt to get tough on underpayments.
Shock appeal rejected
An appeal against a conviction for a workplace electric shock in Queensland has been knocked back.
Turbine syndrome re-studied
Researchers have taken another look at whether wind ‘farm’ turbine noise in the environment can affect sleep and wellbeing of nearby residents.
Audits finds harassment gaps
The Victorian Auditor-General’s Office (VAGO) says many councils are failing to provide harassment-free workplaces.
Report slams aged response
A Senate report has found the Morrison government is to blame for aged care failures during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Casual switch questioned
The Federal Government is defending its planned IR reforms against concern that the changes will not do what they claim.
Safe Work issues Summer warning
Safe Work Australia says with Summer rolling around again, workers should be reminded of the risks of working in heat and in air pollution.