Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - July, 2020
Safe Work Australia has provided new resources to reduce prolonged sitting when working from home.
Vic. staff call for PPE
Victorian healthcare workers are facing PPE shortages as coronavirus cases ramp up.
Active bandages developed
New plasma-coated bandages can attack infection and could revolutionise the treatment of chronic wounds.
Code Black responses surveyed
Experts say security guards employed at hospitals may be ill-prepared to deal with Code Black situations where patients or visitors appear threatening or violent.
Uni studies global COVID cost
The University of Sydney has quantified the socio-economic and environmental impacts of the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Docs call out quad companies
Doctors have slammed the unwillingness of quad bike manufacturers to make their vehicles safer.
Warning over sealed cylinders
Authorities have issued a safety warning over the danger of applying heat to sealed hydraulic cylinders.
Zadow prize backs new efforts
SafeWork SA has put up $25,000 in grants to develop health and safety initiatives for women or young people.
Greens slam Hydro Tas links
Hydro Tasmania's consulting business has been criticised for its actions in Africa.
ALGA calls for disaster fund
Advocates say disaster preparedness funding is falling short of what is required.