Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals
Experts say the federal government should establish a national injury prevention plan to cut the massive costs of hospitalisation of children.
Victoria boosts ER safety
Victoria has doubled funding for security in public hospitals after a disturbing attack on a surgeon.
Second Valium recall launched
The Therapeutic Drugs Administration (TGA) has issued another recall of Valium.
VR views for medical students
Giving birth – mankind’s most primal practice – will soon benefit from high-tech help in the form of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR).
Perth pipe problems continue
New water quality concerns at the new Perth Children’s Hospital have emerged.
Australian slavery laws coming
Federal Labor wants legislation to force companies to make sure they are not linked to slavery.
BHP backs itself against activism
BHP CEO Andrew Mackenzie has implored investors to back the current management amid fierce investor activism.
High-tech desks could help
Office workers who use sit-stand or treadmill desks could be more productive and attentive with fewer signs of workplace stress than their sedentary chair-dwelling colleagues.
NSW pushes national quad rules
The NSW Government wants a national approach to cut the number of quad bike accidents.
Valium recall launched
The makers of Valium have urged a global recall of all 5 milligram packets of the tablets after evidence of tampering.
SA report recommends disability help
A South Australian Upper House committee has reported on access to the school system for children with disabilities.
Studies needed for concussed kids
Experts say urgent research is needed on the long-term effects of concussion in young people.
Water warning issued for CSG plans
An expert has warned that a Santos CSG project in NSW could endanger drinking water supplies.
NBN safety gaps raised
An NBN contractor has raised fears about lax safety standards in the roll-out.
QLD looking at new considerations
The Queensland Government is looking at new laws for builders with a poor safety record.
Record payout for asbestos in SA
A terminally ill South Australian man will receive a $1 million payout from former asbestos supplier James Hardie.
Small town bands against violence
Nyngan – a small town in rural NSW – is fighting to stop violence against emergency service workers.
Call for new authority in CWP report
A new report says Queensland suffered “catastrophic failings” in its handling of black lung.
Nursing home deaths reviewed
A study has found a 400 per cent increase in the incidence of premature and potentially preventable deaths in nursing home residents over the past decade.