Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - January, 2018
The public sector appears to support the latest push for a federal corruption court.
Lobby warns of strike decline
The Australia Institute has warned that the right to strike is “nearly extinct”.
EBAs slide alongside wages
The Australia Institute says declining wages could be linked to a large drop in private sector EBAs.
FWC keeps trains rolling
The ACTU says Fair Work’s intervention in the Sydney train strikes shows the right to strike is “nearly dead”.
Hospital fines not helping
The SA Government’s policy to fine hospitals that exceed waiting time target has been criticised by the state’s mental health watchdog.
Napping linked to healthier night work
A new study has found on-shift napping could have some health benefits.
Pole check tech rolling out
Essential Energy says new technology will help keep pole inspectors safe, and save money.
Turbine sounds being assessed
Australian researchers have reflected on the first 18 months of a five-year study into the health effects of wind farms.
Jabs expanded after rates rise
Two states have launched free vaccination programs in response to outbreaks on opposite sides of the country.
Cladding review questioned
Firefighters say the Federal Government has neglected its responsibility for flammable cladding.
Fire study checks detectors
Fire authorities in New South Wales have released the results of a three-year study into fire alarms.
Robots trained for mine safety
Researchers are helping underground mining vehicles navigate autonomously through tough conditions.
Stats show rise in farm deaths
New stats show a rise in the annual number of on‐farm injury deaths in 2017.
Train talks stuck at station
A planned 24-hour rail strike will not go ahead, after the Fair Work Commission ...
Australian rights record questioned
The Australian Government has “serious shortcomings” in its human rights record, according to Human Rights Watch.
Ex-official suing union
A former AEU official says bullying and harassment by the union have left him with severe mental injuries.
Stressed school leaders offered cheques
The NT Government is offering stressed school principals $600 to ease the strain.
Authority reflects on deadly year
WorkSafe Victoria says a rise in the number of fatalities at work in 2017 should prompt employers to focus more on safety.
Hobart workers on bottled water
Some Tasmanian public servants have been forced to rely on bottled water ....