Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals
Insiders have exposed apparent flaws in the construction of Sydney’s Opal Tower.
SafeWork posts farm help clips
SafeWork SA has created a series of videos to improve safety and awareness in the agriculture industry.
Asylum health panel formed
The Federal Government has set up a review panel for asylum seekers being transferred on medical grounds.
Dam spill kills over 65
Dozens are dead and hundreds are missing after a tailings dam burst at a Brazilian mine.
Dairy safety audited
Close to half of all Queensland dairies have no written work safety policy in place.
Neurotoxin spotted in NSW
Researchers have found significant levels of the neurotoxin BMAA in NSW water supplies.
BHP counts derailment costs
BHP says having to remotely derail a train led to a $US600 million drop in iron ore production.
Daily sunscreen suggested
Authorities recommend everyone apply sunscreen daily as part of a regular morning routine.
Farm site privacy questioned
Animal rights advocates have created a website detailing the location and contact details of Australian farms.
Golden Staph grows outside hospitals
A new study has found a decline in Golden Staph infections in hospitals, but a rise in infections acquired outside hospitals.
Greens aim at disabled segregation
A new plan seeks to stop disabled people being segregated from mainstream life by physical barriers.
Aged care commission begins
The aged care royal commission has begun, and families of victims are being urged to bravely speak up.
'Text neck' risks assessed
Experts say smartphones come with some major risks, ergonomically speaking.