Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - October, 2017
Queensland has introduced legislation to ban donations to local and state politicians from property developers, but not unions.
Expert gives leg space warning
The lack of leg space on commercial flights could prevent passengers from bracing in a plane crash.
Anti-smokers want US move mirrored
Public health advocates want tobacco companies to advertise the lethality of their products.
Gardasil upgrade backed
The Federal Government has approved the free delivery of an updated vaccine.
Insurance shake-up detailed
The Federal Government has announced a major private health shakeup, but some say it should go further.
Privacy raised in triple-0 push
The NSW Government is considering high-tech triple-0 service upgrades, but there are privacy concerns already.
Defence admits foam failure
The Department of Defence says it should have warned the public about PFAS contamination earlier.
Abuses assessed in ASX leaders
A new report has plotted human rights risks in the operations and supply chains of ...
Asbestos triggers Opera walk-off
Electricians working on $200 million Sydney Opera House renovations have walked off the job following the discovery of asbestos.
Carmichael FIFO plans set out
FIFO workers for Adani’s Carmichael mine will come from both Townsville and Rockhampton, the company says.
High-tech spying supported
Claims of a disturbing new ‘mass surveillance’ regime have been raised after a COAG ...
Light shone on Shonky products
From useless to deadly, consumer group Choice has handed out its annual Shonky Awards to the dodgiest products in Australia.
Missed test in FSH death
The WA coroner says doctors failed to properly check blood test results of a man who died at Fiona Stanley Hospital (FSH).
Surgeon slams mesh scare
Media reports about vaginal mesh lawsuits have scared people off procedures that could improve their health ...
Testosterone shop hit for false claims
A company offering testosterone to increase male libido has been fined for false advertising.
Comcare conduct "unconscionable"
Federal insurer Comcare’s attempt to recoup payments to an ACT government employee have been labelled “unconscionable”.
Scientist wants smoking ban
An Australian health expert says smoking should be banned entirely, replacing cigarettes with superior alternatives.
Melbourne builds asthma alarm
Victoria is setting up a world-first alarm system to warn people about thunderstorm asthma.
Mine boss lines up tobacco fight
Twiggy Forrest is interested in suing tobacco giants for the damage they cause.
Potential action looms for Dreamworld
The Queensland Government could take legal action against Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld.