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A WA tribunal has ruled that whether or not a psychiatric condition is a direct result of a work injury isn't relevant in assessing workers' compensation claims.

A growing number of employers are providing sleeping facilities for employees required to work long shifts, in an effort to reduce fatigue-related OHS risks.

Doctors who make an "absolute ruling" on a worker's fitness for duty potentially leave themselves open to litigation, according to an occupational health lawyer.

The WorkCover system plays a significant role in impeding the recovery of chronically injured workers, according to The Complex Injury Group director, Dr Graham Wright.

Ongoing trials have found that thalidomide is effective in the treatment of malignant mesothelioma, with patients living longer and experiencing an improvement in their quality of life.

A leading obstetrician says employers that discourage pregnant women from working should be aware that there is no evidence supporting the "myth" that work is bad during pregnancy.

Job applicants with epilepsy "need not be a red light to employers", according to a leading epilepsy doctor.

The lack of consideration given to an injured worker's psychological state after a workplace injury can be a major factor in the development of chronic pain, according to University of Sydney professor Ross Harris.

A new European report has identified the five key elements for an OHS management system, and highlights the importance of implementing all of them to ensure its success.

Queensland plans to ban most live electrical work as part of reforms being introduced to improve the State's "appalling" electrical safety record.