Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - October, 2023
The eSafety Commissioner has fined the rebranded Twitter for failing to meet child protection standards.
Study compares heat risks
A study has compared the heat risks of indoor service and outdoor maintenance work.
Charges over Curtin collapse
Two companies now face substantial fines over a fatal roof collapse at Perth's Curtin University.
Council scraps tooth help
Fluoride will no longer be added to the water in the Central Highlands Regional Council area.
Strikes hit flight body
Safety concerns have prompted a strike at one of Australia’s safety regulators.
Fantuan fined for safety failure
SafeWork NSW has fined a food delivery company for not adequately training more than 1,000 food delivery riders.
Mental commitment called for
Authorities say National Safe Work Month is a time to commit to a workplace free from physical and psychological harm.
Unions call for dust change
A recent case of silicosis at Australia’s largest gold mine has raised alarm among unions and health experts.
Sexism blocks paramedic reports
New research shows reporting sexism is difficult for paramedics, and outcomes are often “inadequate”.
Fukushima study finds link
Low-dose radiation exposure in Fukushima has been linked to increased diabetes risk.
Changes made for truck tech
The Federal Government says its safer truck standards will reduce road trauma and enhance productivity.
Hospitals test safety hotline
Hospitals in Queensland will soon test a new hotline for escalating safety concerns.
Lobby fears pay boost
Miners say new labour laws could kill bonuses, share-based compensation and other incentives.
Seasonal shift studied
Research has exposed a decline in the wellbeing of Timorese seasonal workers upon their return home.
Union demands safety effort
The death of a 17-year-old construction apprentice has ignited calls for a safety overhaul.
Big backing for drone lines
US energy giants have provided millions in funding for an Australian drone start-up.
COVID joins mortality tally
COVID-19 has become the first infectious disease in Australia’s top 5 causes of death since 1970.
Mine lobby slams safety change
One of Australia’s biggest business lobbies is upset at new safety laws.