Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals
The eSafety Commissioner says children have started using AI to bully their peers.
Anti-violence targets announced
The Federal Government has, for the first time, set targets for ending violence against women and children.
Defence faces croc fine
The Department of Defence faces a $1.5 million fine over a crocodile attack.
Grim conditions in WA prison
Broome Regional Prison's future is uncertain amidst serious safety concerns.
Middlemount fined over fatality
Mining company Middlemount Coal Pty Ltd has been fined $70,000 in connection with a fatal incident.
Pollution linked to dementia risk
Air pollution from fires and farming have been linked to increased dementia risk.
Dump plan abandoned
The Federal Government appears to have scrapped plans for a nuclear waste dump in regional South Australia.
Uni survey revived
Universities Australia has committed to a new national survey on campus sexual assault.
Parliament HR enhanced
Legislation to establish the Parliamentary Workplace Support Service (PWSS) has been tabled.
WA COVID review released
A review of Western Australia's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic has pointed out areas for improvement.
Bug-killing metals tested
A liquid metal treatment could be the next tool in the fight against antibiotic resistance.
SA tightens stone regime
The uncontrolled processing of engineered stone products is set to be outlawed in South Australia.
WA talks aim at harassment
Politicians and authorities have called on the resources industry to address widespread sexual harassment issues.
Virtual nurse tools backed
Virtual reality (VR) is a useful tool in nurse training, but traditional training methods also look like they are here to stay.
Mining effects checked
A NSW Parliamentary inquiry will look at mining’s impact on health and the environment.
RTBU takes action on Qube
NSW’s Rail Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) has initiated legal action to terminate Qube's lockout of 200 workers.