Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - February, 2022
SafeWork SA is issuing a safety alert after a person was killed and two were seriously injured in falls less than 2 metres over the past 6 weeks.
Tassie grant scheme open
A Tasmanian grants program is offering funding to projects that prevent musculoskeletal injuries or aid the return to work.
WA farm death investigated
WorkSafe WA is investigating the work-related death of an 89-year-old farmer.
Speakers shred government inaction
Two speakers brought strong messages for the Federal Government to the National Press Club this week.
Council fined for fatality
NSW’s Camden Council has been fined $750,000 after a fatality at the local Men’s Shed.
Local firms have slave links
Many Australian companies are failing to comply with modern slavery laws.
QLD quarantine camp open
Queensland's controversial Wellcamp quarantine facility is welcoming its first travellers.
Rio report rocks industry
Investors want Australian mining companies to ensure their workplaces are safe and inclusive ...
Push to expose tampon contents
A campaign has been launched to make manufacturers list the contents of feminine hygiene products.
Ranger costs increase
The forecast cost of rehabilitating Rio Tinto’s former NT uranium mine has increased.
Tax changes for COVID tests
Tax legislation is set to be changed to make COVID-19 tests tax deductible for Australian individuals and exempt from fringe benefit tax (FBT) for businesses.
School scraps backward contract
A religious school has withdrawn its attempt to have students renounce homosexuality ...
DPS harassment surveyed
One in 10 workers at the Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) have reported bullying or harassment.
Safety raised in CLP split
Northern Territory Senator Sam McMahon has quit the Country Liberal Party (CLP), saying she feared for her safety.