Latest News for Occupational Health and Safety Professionals
Political will could see Australia avoid learning lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic.
ABF abuse uncovered
Reports reveal an environment of sexual harassment and discrimination within the ABF marine unit.
Musk attacks safety efforts
One of the world’s richest people is set to test Australia's online safety laws.
'Invisible' issues exposed
Experts have called for measures to address gender inequity facing female veterans.
Crash data shows city links
A new study has uncovered insights from 15 years of crashes on Melbourne roads.
IV pushes preventative spend
Experts urge Victoria to bolster roads, electricity networks, and buildings against escalating extreme weather events.
Judge questions union compromise
The Fair Work Ombudsman has been criticised for its handling of a CFMEU case.
Powercor pleads guilty
Powercor, the electricity distribution giant, has pleaded guilty to 104 charges stemming from failures in vegetation management around power lines, which led to a dangerous bushfire.
Lockdown effect seen in social work
New research looks at the stress, demand and pressure for social workers in Melbourne’s COVID-19 lockdown.
WA detention deemed unfit
A damning human rights report has recommended changes at Yongah Hill Detention Centre.
Sweet deal for airport firies
Aviation firefighters are set to receive a significant pay increase and improved conditions in a bid to prevent potential strike action at airports.
Vaccine impact modelled
Research suggests COVID-19 vaccination significantly mitigated the death toll among older adults in NSW.
Miner admits fatal failure
Carborough Downs Mine Management has admitted its failures led to the death of a worker and the severe injury of another.
FWC backs contact sacking
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has flagged higher standards after it upheld a dismissal for inappropriate touching.
Radio sweep shows doses
A new study finds Melbourne's radio wave exposure has been unchanged over the past decade.
Union seeks Labor sway
The CFMEU is looking to flood the Australian Labor Party to increase its political influence.