Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - September, 2020
Authorities want to help with changes to the workplace exposure standard for silica dust.
CHO gets police protection
Queensland's Chief Health Officer (CHO) is under police protection after receiving death threats over her stance on borders.
New case for PFAS contamination
A major beef processor has taken court action against the Australian Defence Force (ADF) over PFAS contamination.
Brains respond to time in space
OHS risks are not limited to Planet Earth, with new studies showing the physical effects of working in space.
Harassment linked to dark risk
A new report suggests workplace sexual harassment is linked to increased risk of suicidal behaviour.
Shutdowns follow safety sweep
WorkSafe ACT's latest sweep has shut down several unsafe residential construction sites.
NDIS review calls for improvements
A federal investigation has called for sweeping changes to the oversight of vulnerable National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) recipients.
PM revives jab claim
The Federal Government has again claimed to have secured a deal for millions of doses of a COVID-19 vaccine.
Artificial skin feels real pain
Researchers have developed electronic artificial skin that reacts to pain.
Melbourne issue fixed
Boil water alerts have been lifted for 101 Melbourne suburbs, after a storm potentially contaminated the water supply.