Senior safety executives' salaries have tumbled
08 March, 2010The salaries of Australia’s top safety executives fell by an average $59,000 during the last 12 months, a recent survey reveals.
US study identifies health concerns for shift workers
01 December, 2009Chronobiology International has published a 14-year study that shows nightshift workers are at a significantly increased risk of impaired glucose metabolism.
Could ‘zero harm' be killing people?
20 October, 2009Could ‘zero harm’ be killing our people? Yes, says veteran OHS expert Phillip Byard, ahead of his 29 October address to The Safety Conference at the Sydney Showground.
Analysis of new draft Safe Work Act
02 October, 2009The draft model OHS legislation has been released by Safe Work Australia for public consultation, along with draft model regulations.
Federal Safety Commissioner seeks feedback
10 August, 2009The building and costruction industry is being encouraged to provide feedback on OHS matters to the Federal Safety Commissioner.
Offshore health and safety report highlights challenges facing industry
10 July, 2009The inaugural NOPSA OHS performance report highlights a number of safety concerns for the Australian offshore petroleum industry.
WorkSafe head to deliver report card at Safety in Action
17 March, 2005Determined to lead a more transparent WorkSafe Victoria, Executive Director John Merritt promises to bare all in his March 21 keynote address to delegates at the Safety in Action Conference.
Fire engineering now trendy
28 February, 2005Fire safety engineering has helped to create a masterpiece in urban re-generation in the newly opened building known as 'The Refinery' at Cutters Landing in Brisbane.
Reserves to protect coastline
06 December, 2004Army Reserves will have a greater role in the defence of Australia by providing security elements for Australian Naval vessels, the Minister for Defence Robert Hill announced recently.
