Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals

A new report details some of the mind-boggling conditions inside a nuclear reactor during a meltdown.

Sparkies stop work after Lend Lease lock-cutting claim

A dangerous safety breach has seen more than 40 electricians stop work at a Sydney construction site.

Study shows valid hacking victim blame

A recent research project may have taught some participants about the dangers of internet complacency, and showed the level of ignorance about easy security measures.

Work/life rebalanced on good day to go home

Go Home On Time Day was on this week - a day for awareness about the risks of working too hard.

Compo claim banks decided in NSW

WorkCover NSW has decided which agents will provide claims and policies for new compensation payouts.

New videos show nuance in risky field

The WA Department of Mines and Petroleum has put out a series of videos to help mine workers recognise workplace hazards.

Safety snap winner picked

ACT Work Safety has announced the winners of its Healthier Work Day photo competition.

Study says slavery lives worldwide

More than 36 million people are bound by slavery worldwide, a new report says, forced to live and work around the whims of their owners.

Wall fine seen as slice of real cost

The maximum fine that building firm Grocon can receive for a wall collapse that killed three people has been called “a slap on the wrist”.

Weather set to make west more wild

WorkSafe Western Australia says cyclone season is coming, and businesses should be prepared to bear the brunt.

China's Ebola help on the ground, locals train for bigger spread

Training is underway for Australian medical professionals who may have to fight an Ebola outbreak.

Gas money goes to NSW farmers and locals

A new compensation scheme has been opened for NSW farmers, which will see the state opened up for new coal seam gas (CSG) mining licences.

Beltana mine crush conviction laid

Convictions have been laid after a worker was knocked unconscious and crushed between two pieces of heavy machinery at the Beltana coalmine.

Health among concerns as SA factories slow

Domestic violence, crime, suicide have all been highlighted as potential consequences of the decline of Australian manufacturing.

Strike averted as Union ties down tugboat deal

Strikes at the Port Hedland port have been called off, with a deal reached between unions and Teekay Shipping.

Bodies float worries on offshore gas

A public hearing today will listen to safety concerns about floating liquefied natural gas projects off the West Australian coast.

Talks work on new script to reduce abuse

A meeting this week will see 500 Australian and international delegates discuss new ways to tackle prescription drug abuse.

Tech world forms new front to fight Ebola

The tech world is looking to aid the fight against Ebola, as the outbreak nears its 5000^th fatality.

Councils go alone on asbestos, with Federal help limited

Local Government NSW (LGNSW) is helping the state’s councils with their asbestos issues, as Federal assistance stops at the border.

Medics question meagre Ebola response

The Federal Government has unveiled its plan to help aid workers in the fight against Ebola – months after the deadly outbreak began - but already, questions are being asked by medical professionals.