Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals

A bakery has been fined after animal droppings were found behind the building.

Pilot praised for gutsy belly landing

A pilot has been praised for his skill and courage after an emergency landing in Darwin.

Some states look left to ease congestion

Perth is considering allowing motorists to turn left at red lights, a rule that Brisbane has allowed but Sydney and Adelaide are looking at removing.

Crane council says fake stickers risk lives

The Crane Industry Council of Australia has warned that counterfeit ‘green sticker’ safety certification is putting lives at risk.

People power takes atomic toll in Taiwan

Mounting opposition means work will stop at the fourth nuclear power plant on Taiwan.

Cuts could come from closer look at young pensions

As the government’s ‘razor gang’ sought out more budget cuts over the weekend, Social Services Minister Kevin Andrews said tightening up checks on claims for the Disability Support Pension (DSP) would be a good start.

Fortescue takes on its own safety challenges

Safety concerns have pushed Fortescue Metals (FMG) to take over iron ore processing at its sites in the Pilbara.

Inquiry hears burning concern over uniform protection

An inquiry into an explosion in which a number of police officers were badly burned has questioned the fire rating of new uniforms.

Inquiry hears claims cancer-linked batts remain

The royal commission into the Federal Government’s ill-fated home insulation scheme has heard cancer-linked chemicals were present in some batts during the roll-out, which are still being sold today.

Trial starts for high-tech trucks' new view

A new system is undergoing trials, one that may soon tell truck drivers what is around the corner or over the hill.

More support called to help selfless volunteers

Volunteer fire-fighters should be compensated when extended bushfire efforts keep them from their families and work, a Local Government Association says.

Contamination warning written in the cells

Sydney water authorities have tried out a new set of sensors to gauge the health of waterways, turning to a natural alarm to check for contamination.

Drug swabs set to jump, some say

Workplace drug tests are going to become more common, according to some experts, with figures showing around one in eight people has already been asked to take a test.

Storage checks find seedy supplies

Australian researchers have sought to find out just how clean our recycled water is.

Cops zoom up to distracted drivers

Victorian police have a new tool for catching unsafe and unfocused drivers – a camera with a very long lens.

Sine panel shines on dark alleys

All around the world people are working in dark, cramped little alleyways and backstreets, but as cities become taller and more dense the light is fading for many.

Asbestos spill dealt with after driver's dump and run

An asbestos spill had authorities on their toes in Sydney over the weekend.

Copper mine deaths keep doors closed

Efforts have been made to re-open a Tasmanian mine after the deaths of three workers.

Family tax cut considered for non-vax parenting

Federal Health Minister Peter Dutton has been discussing plans to withhold tax benefits from families who do not immunise their children.

Spinal signals revived with electrical backing

Incredible research has given hope to many suffering paralysis as a result of spinal cord damage, with a small trial in the US showing some excellent results.