Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - February, 2021
The final report from the aged care royal commission contains a range of suggestions for reforms and funding.
Restrictions linked to missed cancer
Researchers say an estimated 2,530 cancer diagnoses were delayed or missing during the COVID-19 restrictions in Victoria.
State responds to excess vaccination
The Queensland government is boosting safety measures in state-run aged care facilities after two patients received multiple COVID-19 vaccine doses.
Dutton defends slow response
The Federal Government is struggling to respond to an alleged sexual assault at Parliament House.
Nature aids waste-removal
A new study shows that without nature, humanity may drown in its own filth.
Food riders' claims high
Deliveroo has cut its annual workers’ compensation premiums by changing the insurance for food delivery riders.
New QLD standard for asbestos board
Queensland authorities are tightening the rules around a specific kind of asbestos product.
SafeWork NSW runs site sweep
SafeWork NSW is running a safety sweep of North Coast construction businesses.
Bremer study shows EA gaps
A new study has found serious pollution in the Bremer River, which runs through Ipswich.
Lead levels high in Port Pirie
The levels of lead in the blood of Port Pirie children have been re-assessed.
More claims mark Liberal response
Three people have now accused a former Morrison government adviser of sexual assault.
Experts reflect on new jab
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has granted provisional approval to AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine.
BOM sued over balloon crash
Legal action is being taken over a serious balloon incident in Victoria.
Stocks knocked by activist deaths
New research suggests the stock market is helping hold mining companies to account for human rights violations.
Weak response to assault claim
A former Morrison government adviser says her bosses dismissed her sexual assault.
Drones flown for health boost
A new project will investigate using drones for remote NT health delivery.
Hunt defends vaccine claim
The Federal Government has been criticised for putting its party political logo on official vaccine announcements.
State creating turbine noise laws
The Victorian Government may soon require wind farms to apply for permits to produce turbine noise.