Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals
Authorities are trying to contact thousands of patients who were potentially injected with expired vaccines by two Sydney GPs.
Porter proposes more protection
The Federal Government is reportedly looking to improve whistleblower protections for public servants.
Safety claims cut production
Production at a remote Rio Tinto mine has been suspended due to safety concerns.
Tower cracks cause 'crisis'
Insiders say there is a “crisis of confidence” in the NSW building industry following issues with high rises.
Boeing CEO speaks on MAX crashes
Boeing has admitted it made a “mistake” in handling a gltich that led to two fatal crashes, killing over 300 people.
Chronic pain plan launched
A new national strategy has been launched to help Australians living with chronic pain.
NT opens gas exploration
The Northern Territory Government has cleared remaining roadblocks to exploration fracking.
Union calls for hospital security
Recent attacks have led to calls for higher safety standards for NSW paramedics.
AI cameras irk locals
Perth City council is setting up facial recognition cameras despite privacy concerns.
BHP forms tailings taskforce
BHP has unveiled its new ‘Tailings Taskforce’ in the wake of the dam disasters in Brazil.
NSW container stoush continues
Authorities are annoyed at a Taiwanese shipping company’s sluggish efforts to pick up 81 containers it lost near Newcastle.
Dust disease van funded
The Queensland Government is funding a mobile health screening service for coal workers.
FWO calls Uber drivers contractors
The Fair Work Ombudsmen (FWO) has found Uber drivers are not employees.
Mesh inventor slammed
A gynaecologist and inventor of transvaginal mesh devices has been found guilty of professional misconduct.
WA cops seek AI edge
WA Police are turning to AI for digital evidence, hoping to massively reduce investigation times.
Student safety assessed
The Federal Government wants new measures to ensure the physical safety of international students.
Local Roundup claim launched
A Melbourne gardener has launched legal action against Monsanto in Australia’s first Roundup lawsuit.
Report causes spill concern
Restrictions are in place and urgent upgrades are planned for one of Melbourne’s largest dams.