Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals

A new review panel will look at the ways that the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) regulates medicines and medical devices.

Air travel boost on eagle's wing

Australian researchers are seeking a patent on an system that mimics the way feathers help birds detect disturbances in the air.

Billion dollar fund to fight ghost of Mr Fluffy

The Federal Government has put up $1 billion to help asbestos-affected families in the ACT.

Cartel claims bring Indigenous scrutiny

Authorities are looking into allegations of “cartel conduct” by mining companies and Aboriginal heritage service providers.

Cow ban goes to court

Companies from all parts of the cattle export supply chain will be involved in a class action against the Commonwealth.

Road board revived to save more lives

Businesses, police, transport and safety authorities are joining forces to boost safety.

Top truckie takes crown

Victorian fuel tanker driver Ben Johns has been crowned Australia's Best Driver.

Shift lifts burden on small builders

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has welcomed the removal of a builder accreditation requirement.

Union's super plan comes unstuck on stand

Revelations and denial in the latest instalment of the royal commission into unions.

Uranium spill brings a few new rules

The Ranger Uranium mine has been officially ordered to improve its safety procedures, after investigations into the failure of a tank in December last year.

Nose cells in spine spell new life

In a world first, a man with a severed spinal cord has been able to walk again.

Site shows coastal risk to inform future planning

New tools will help beach towns get ready for more destructive weather.

Building a new safe standard for NSW infrastructure

Enhanced protections will help government officials and private companies keep staff safe in New South Wales.

Rates make element of driver danger

A new study has shown that truck drivers paid on per-km or per-trip rates are more likely to push themselves too far.

Union's Toll deal brings ACCC knocking

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) will investigate transport giant Toll’s arrangements with the Transport Workers Union (TWU).

Ebola in "hard" basket as Australia keeps evading

Calls are coming from home and abroad while the Australian Government continues to hold back from full commitment to fighting the Ebola outbreak.

More fines could drive truck firms to change

New South Wales truck company has pleaded guilty to setting up the kind of conditions that bring death and heartache nearly every week.

Watchdog chases big name as seedy markets squeeze supply

The Transport Workers union says Coles may be guilty of “unconscionable conduct” in its treatment of suppliers and transporters.

Hateful rate needs shifting now

A survey has found truly disturbing rates of violent attitudes towards women among everyday Australians.

Army's spill check from rivers to residents

The Australian Defence Force (ADF) is still investigating whether chemicals it used at a fire-fighter training centre leached into groundwater and harmed residents.