Industry News
Black Lung compensation to be reviewed by QRC
While the CFMEU welcomes a QRC review of current Black Lung compensation, it says mining companies need to do more to address the health problem they have caused. [ + ]
Nationally consistent explosives regulation welcomed by Safe Work Australia
There will now be national consistency in explosives regulation, following a consultation process and a decision to implement reforms. [ + ]
Specialist B2B media leader adds health brand to growing portfolio
Less than a week after announcing a major media partnership with premier safety sector body the National Safety Council of Australia, Westwick-Farrow Media (WFM) this week adds a 13th media brand to its portfolio with the acquisition of The Australian Hospital & Healthcare Bulletin (AHHB) from APRS Media. [ + ]
Safety podcasts available for heavy vehicle standards
New NHVR podcasts outline minimum design, construction, installation and performance requirements for modifying heavy vehicles outside the manufacturer's specifications. [ + ]
The staggering facts about mental health in the workplace
According to Safe Work Australia, one in five Australian adults will be affected by mental illness every year and it is important for workplaces to invest effort in raising awareness of the issue. [ + ]
Safety experts join forces for premium media brand alliance
The premier safety industry body and premier workplace health & safety media brand in Australia have teamed forces to create a powerful new information and marketing channel for the local business and industrial safety community. [ + ]
Ice training boosts safety for frontline staff
Frontline workers in Victoria will receive training in how to most effectively and safely respond to people affected by the drug ice. [ + ]
Christmas is risky for workers, says WorkSafe Victoria
Workers are more likely to die in November and December than any other time of the year, warns WorkSafe Victoria. [ + ]
Safety the key to regaining public trust in Dreamworld
As the focus shifts from criticism of Ardent Leisure's public response following last week's Dreamworld tragedy to how the company will rebuild and regain the public's trust, Deakin PR expert Ross Monaghan offers his insight on how the company can recover. [ + ]
Vault in Melbourne to provide EHS software
Cloud-based environment, health and safety (EHS) software provider Vault Intelligence has set up shop in Melbourne. [ + ]
Construction materials industry innovations recognised at CCAA awards
Hanson and Boral Construction Materials and Cement have been recognised for their innovative solutions at the 2016 CCAA Environment, Health and Safety Awards. [ + ]
Real-time dust tracker reduces health risk
A new study has confirmed the effectiveness of the Coherent Doppler Lidar system in monitoring and analysing dust plumes. [ + ]
Soldier safety to be improved by Defence and CSIRO
The Department of Defence and the Commonwealth Scientific Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) have signed a $3.2 million collaboration agreement for a prototype respirator filter designed to protect soldiers. [ + ]
Fike awarded for its ship safety system
A camera mounted in hazard areas to detect oil mist in ship engine rooms has seen Fike win the 2016 SAFETY4SEA Initiative Award at a forum in Greece. [ + ]
How good is your WHS knowledge?
Test your work health and safety knowledge with the interactive Safe Work Australia online quiz. [ + ]
