Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - December, 2016
Residents of one Victorian town have told Australia Post what they think of safety regulations.
Charges laid after Victorian slip
WorkSafe Victoria is laying charges against three businesses over their response to a landslip that left a giant hole in Mt Waverly.
Police cop poor dug report
Victoria’s anti-corruption commission says drug use is a “widespread and serious problem”.
Work safety at whim of climate
Public health officials say that as the length and severity of hot weather increases, work practices must change.
Advocates want waste talk to continue
Businesses, academics and experts want nuclear waste dump talks to stay active.
Medical stress measured
An international study says depression affects nearly a third of all med students.
Disability fixes funded
Workplaces will be encouraged to employ people with disabilities, fund leadership and create ...
Label standards lifting
Safe Work Australia has outlined new standards for the labelling of hazardous chemicals.
Nanotech set to tackle WA dust
Nanotechnology could be the solution to dust problems in industrial areas.
ABCC protection questioned
The CFMEU has started poking holes in plans for a renewed Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC).