Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - April, 2019
Privacy screens in hospitals could be an overlooked means of disease transmission, research shows.
Powercor hit with fire fine
Electricity distribution company Powercor has been fined $374,000 plus court costs for failing to keep trees clear of powerlines.
Space twins show DNA effect
An extra-terrestrial twin study has given important insights into the health effects of living in space.
Former cop raises bullying claim
A veteran police officer has raised bullying claims against Victoria Police.
Agreement reached on freezer fatality
An SA Government department has agreed to an enforceable undertaking following the death of a staff member in 2016.
Court set for QLD death
A Queensland waste recycler and its company director have been committed to stand trial over the death of a worker.
Drone delivery approved
Safety regulators have allowed Google to launch a world-first drone delivery system in Canberra.
Safe Work wants new dust levels
Authorities want input on new acceptable levels for respirable crystalline silica and respirable coal dust.
Union responds to factory fire
The Australian Workers’ Union (AWU) wants tighter regulation following a giant factory fire in Melbourne.
Hospital sued over infant fatality
WA’s Fiona Stanley Hospital is being sued over the death of an infant.
PM slams vegan protests
The Prime Minister has slammed animal rights activists as groups protest around the country.
Disability abuse commission called
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has launched a royal commission into the abuse and neglect of disabled Australians.
Mercury emissions reported
New data shows Victoria's coal-fired power plants released over a tonne of mercury into the atmosphere during 2017-18.
Shift work heart risk found
Shift work increases a person’s risk of developing heart disease by 1 per cent every year, research suggests.