New independent medical examinations panel to be established for WorkCover Qld
09 October, 2017WorkCover Queensland's independent medical examinations (IME) panel will be undergoing a review.
No elevated cancer risk for hard metal workers, says study
11 September, 2017New research has contradicted previous studies, which suggested that tungsten carbide with a cobalt binder — the primary ingredients in hard metal — may be linked to an increased risk of lung cancer.
Young worker safety program aims to reduce construction injuries
08 September, 2017The Cross Border Construction Program will see inspectors from WorkSafe Victoria and SafeWork NSW visiting construction sites, to promote strategies that will reduce the risk of young workers being hurt.
WorkSafe campaign targets aged-care violence
31 August, 2017Managing violence and aggression in residential aged-care facilities is the focus of an inspection program being carried out by WorkSafe WA.
NSW paves the way for mental health in the workplace
30 August, 2017A new government roadmap is aiming to reduce mental illness in the workforce by 30%.
Tradies over-represented in workers comp claims, data shows
02 August, 2017Tradies Health Month will take place in August, and all those working in the trades are urged to prioritise their health and safety.
Return to work campaign targets injured workers
31 July, 2017Injured workers who take a long time off the job can sometimes struggle to find their way back into the workforce.
Improving farm safety through worker engagement
12 July, 2017Farm workers are at a higher risk of injury than self-employed people, according to analysis by WorkSafe New Zealand.
Research project provides more support to injured workers
11 July, 2017A method for identifying and supporting injured workers is being developed by WorkCover Queensland and Monash University.
Faster treatment for injured workers
07 July, 2017Treatment approval for injured workers has been reduced to approximately four days for employees participating in a new icare Medical Support Panel (MSP) pilot in NSW.
Study shows under-reporting of workplace injuries
13 June, 2017A confidential survey suggests that only 4% of work injuries are actually reported.
Workers compensation claims on the decline, report shows
03 April, 2017Workers compensation statistics have been released in a new report, which shows that claims are on the decline.
Black Lung compensation to be reviewed by QRC
16 November, 2016While 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.
Safe Work Australia investigates MSDs and shift worker injuries
12 September, 2016Two publications about work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and workplace injuries have been released by Safe Work Australia.
New Victorian insurance panel to manage workers comp
06 April, 2016A new agent panel to manage Victorian workplace injury insurance claims will take effect from 1 July 2016, with Employer's Mutual replacing QBE.
