Industry News
Agricultural processor fined over worker death
A conviction and $260,000 fine has been handed down to Ricegrowers Ltd, following the death of one of its maintenance workers. [ + ]
Small revisions keep the WHS Strategy relevant
A revised version of the Australian Work Health and Safety Strategy 2012–2022 has been released by Safe Work Australia. [ + ]
Man charged with fraudulent workers comp claims
A man who fraudulently obtained more than $700,000 in unlawful workers compensation payments has been charged by WorkSafe Victoria. [ + ]
WA wastewater treatment plant death under investigation
A worker has died at the Water Corporation's Woodman Point Wastewater Treatment Plant in Munster. [ + ]
Diverse businesses will now be recognised
A new business award category has been added to the Sydney City Region Business Awards. [ + ]
WA health workers to receive stab-proof vests
The WA Government has committed $2.2 million to protect public health workers against rising rates of violence in hospitals. [ + ]
Osteopathy Awareness Week targets sports injuries
Now the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games have been completed, there is a growing focus on preventing sports injuries. [ + ]
Workplaces need more e-learning options
A panel discussion has been held with leading industry experts across L&D, HR and WHS regarding the importance of e-learning in the workplace. [ + ]
Businesses risk penalties for paying staff incorrectly
An audit is being carried out by the Fair Work Ombudsman on 1000 businesses across Australia. [ + ]
Welding explosion kills worker
The man was making a tractor counterweight by welding empty fuel drums to a steel frame when an explosion engulfed him. [ + ]
