Industry News
Safety improvements for frontline healthcare staff
The Victorian Government continues to invest in additional safety measures to reduce and prevent violence in hospitals and mental health services for the benefit of frontline workers and patients alike. [ + ]
Knee pain management improved by online treatment
Knee osteoarthritis is estimated to affect nearly one million Australians, with a new online trial aimed at helping to manage the condition. [ + ]
Seminar on new Global Standard for Health and Safety
Bureau Veritas and myosh have teamed up to provide a free information seminar on the new Global Standard for Health and Safety, as well as show how technology can help to streamline some of the more time-consuming aspects of staying compliant. The seminar will be held in Sydney in March. [ + ]
More deaths and injuries investigated by WorkSafe Victoria
Three incidents are being investigated by WorkSafe in Victoria, after two men died and another suffered critical head injuries. [ + ]
Worker injuries lead to fine for earthworks business
A $90,000 fine has been issued to a Bathurst earthworks business after two workers were injured during an excavation. [ + ]
Asbestos removal fast-tracked on bushfire-affected properties
Asbestos assessments will be allowed to take place immediately, following bushfires that damaged and destroyed properties around NSW. [ + ]
Collision at mine site results in injury
A light vehicle has collided with an entry gate at the Mount Arthur coal mine near Muswellbrook, resulting in serious injuries, according to a NSW Resources Regulator report. [ + ]