Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - March, 2022
The Victorian government has announced a $245.6 million casual worker sick leave pilot scheme.
Climate care boldly dodged
The Federal Government has successfully avoided taking responsibility for protecting young people from climate change.
Manslaughter case launched in NT
NT WorkSafe has charged a construction company with the territory’s first case of industrial manslaughter.
Spill fills city stream
A large chemical spill in Melbourne has left local waterways littered with dead fish.
Shift work impact assessed
New research shows shift work outside the 9-5 can have a big impact on the brain.
Union flag ban broadened
The Eureka flag has been banned on federally-funded building sites after ...
Bacterial threat in flood recovery
Authorities have issued special safety warnings for NSW communities as they deal with record flooding.
Fine over food mill death
A South Australian stock feed and pet food manufacturer has been convicted and fined over the death of a worker.
Harsh words for flooded homes
The head of the government's disaster recovery agency has been told to resign after brashly criticising floodplain development.
New forest guide in effect
Tasmanian safety authorities have announced new standards for working in forests.
Grid body sees risks
The industry body for Australia’s electricity grid says the sector must adapt to a changing climate.
Disaster roaming demanded
Local governments in Queensland want a trial of domestic mobile roaming during emergencies to start soon.
Disaster fund almost dormant
The Federal Government has been criticised for holding back disaster relief money during a flooding emergency.