Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - August, 2022
A survey has uncovered a a high prevalence of bullying, discrimination and sexual harassment in Tasmanian parliament ...
PFAS flows continue
New stats show significant amounts of PFAS are still entering rivers from contaminated soils on the Darwin RAAF Base.
NewAccess review released
Authorities say a new workplace coaching program has facilitated a strong recovery rate and improved worker wellbeing.
Online safety warning spread
Australia’s e-safety commission has reminded the big online platforms of their safety obligations.
Safety shown in mock trial
Safety authorities in South Australia are holding a public mock trial to give insight into workplace safety laws.
Waste cartel trials loom
A waste company has pleaded guilty to allegations it ran a demolition waste cartel.
Global study shows hot future
Researchers say by the end of this century, parts of Australia could see dangerous heat most days of the year.
Late train deal released
Sydney train strikes continue despite the NSW Government’s attempts to appease the rail union.
Comparative stats released
Safe Work Australia has released a comparison of workers’ compensation in Australia and New Zealand.
Key SA support boosted
The SA Government has announced a $2 million funding boost for a support service combatting workplace sexual harassment.
Cancer links counted
Experts say that around half of all global cancer deaths are due to 34 risk factors.
Vaccine review released
The ANAO has reviewed Australia's COVID-19 vaccine rollout and found it came too late ...
Bushfire risk for those who move
Research suggests people who are forced to relocate after a bushfire are at a higher risk of PTSD.
Resilience NSW replaced
The NSW government is replacing Resilience NSW in response to a recent flood report.
Building cop's letter revealed
Details of former NSW building commissioner David Chandler's resignation have been sent to ICAC.