Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals
Japan is still deciding what to do with a million tonnes of radioactive water being stored at the destroyed Fukushima nuclear power plant.
Big fine for bitumen injury
A Sydney court has handed down a $200,000 fine for a workplace explosion that left a man with severe burns.
Builders held back by liability issues
Builders are becoming fearful of the cost and safety risks of faulty products.
Minister makes augur warning
NSW safety authorities have issued a specific warning on the use of augurs.
New codes open for comment
WorkSafe Victoria wants industry and public input on proposed OHS reforms.
WorkSafe warns of EOY issues
Authorities want employers and workers to take a step back and focus on safety as they head into a particularly dangerous time of year.
Gov. told to take action on tobacco
Experts say governments should not be afraid to sue tobacco companies for their enormous cost to health systems.
Five face mine fire charges
The owners of Victoria's Hazelwood coal mine will face accusations of causing air pollution during a mine fire.
Locals want more PFAS advice
The NT Government has been accused of leaving Katherine's medical staff in the lurch about the health risks posed by PFAS chemical contamination in the town's water supply.
Vic cops make pants complaint
Victoria’s police union says officers’ pants are sweaty and splitting at the seams.
Info lacking on lung safety
Experts say more information is needed to help respond to occupational lung disease.
Powerful questions for SES centre
The reliability of South Australia’s State Emergency Service (SES) control centre has been called into question after a leaked report on last year’s blackout.
ACT construction tops danger stats
Safe Work Australia says the ACT has recorded the highest rate of serious construction injuries in the country.
FIFO app finds risky swings
Data from a new mental health app suggests FIFO workers suffer more on a shorter ‘swing’.
Hardie victim's compo trimmed
A James Hardie asbestos victim has been awarded a record compensation payout.