Compensation reform responses mask the human face of return to work
14 July, 2009
A return-to-work agency suggests that the proposed reforms to Victoria's Accident Compensation Act represents an opportunity to improve OHS outcomes, in spite of generally negative industry reaction.
Queensland OHS regulation amendments
13 July, 2009
Changes to the Queensland Workplace Health and Safety Regulation 2008 became effective from 1 July.
How can I use my brain as PPE? Part 1
13 July, 2009 by Cristian Sylvestre*
Although human error is a part of everyday life, many industries seem to be reluctant to look at reducing the unintentional mistakes people make that can cause injuries. The more popular approach seems to be trying ‘fix’ the problems instead.
New scaffolding code of practice for Queensland
13 July, 2009
A new code of practice has been released in Queensland for the safe erection of scaffolding.
Offshore health and safety report highlights challenges facing industry
10 July, 2009
The inaugural NOPSA OHS performance report highlights a number of safety concerns for the Australian offshore petroleum industry.
Research grants to prevent work-related injuries and illness
07 July, 2009
Research grants are being made available to South Australians to help build knowledge of workplace health and safety.
ACT to introduce construction induction card and high-risk work licensing
07 July, 2009
The ACT government is moving closer to national OHS harmonisation, announcing that it will mandate a construction induction card and licensing for persons performing high-risk work in October 2009.
Public comments received on plant safety regulation
06 July, 2009
Safe Work Australia is currently reviewing industry responses to a discussion paper on plant safety.
New policy will help drive common rail safety standards
06 July, 2009
Unanimous agreement was recently reached among state transport ministers for the recognition of industry-developed rail safety standards.
‘Right of entry’ under NSW OHS law clarified in court
03 July, 2009
The rights of union officials to enter sites under NSW OHS legislative criteria was clarified recently in the Federal Court.
Adapt-A-Lift acquires Hyster Retail
02 July, 2009
Adapt-A-Lift Forklift Rental and Sales has acquired the Hyster Retail operations and rental fleet to expand its operations in Australia.
Severity of injury only one factor when determining penalty
02 July, 2009
A recent court case in the Industrial Court of Queensland clarifed the factors that determine the extent of fines imposed.
FPMA welcomes RIS as new member
02 July, 2009
Roofsafe Industrial Safety has recently become a member of the Fall Protection Manufacturers Association of Australia.
Victorian safety inspection campaigns
30 June, 2009
WorkSafe Victoria has announced the areas being targeted in the 2009-2010 Safe Towns and Safer Work Zones inspection campaigns.
New ISO standard promotes common industry approach for gas turbine safety
30 June, 2009
A new ISO standard has been released, addressing the major safety considerations to be taken into account when designing, packaging and installing gas turbine applications.
