Browsing: Authority/inspectorate (NSW)


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3:57PM

New diesel study supports WHO carcinogen declaration

A groundbreaking international study has confirmed that occupational exposure to diesel engine exhaust can cause cancer. Meanwhile, the NSW EPA has announced plans to require coal mines to develop best-practice ways to cut diesel emissions.


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Employer convicted after supervisor kept quiet on hazard

An employer has been convicted of OHS breaches after one of its supervisors identified a hazard but failed to tell anyone or implement control measures, and a worker was subsequently struck by falling coal and seriously injured.


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MON
12:18PM

WHS amendments take effect in NSW

NSW's mirror WHS Regulation has been amended to make it more consistent with the model Regulations, to give WorkCover the power to issue on-the-spot fines for certain asbestos-related offences, and to increase prescribed fees.


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Employer to tackle language barrier under $385k EU

A NSW employer has committed to improving the literacy and numeracy of staff, to ensure those who speak English as a second language and others know how to report hazards and respond to emergencies, as part of a $385,000 enforceable undertaking.


TUE
1:54PM

Vic launches WorkSafe review; Quarterly update; and more

  • Victoria launches review into WorkSafe and TAC;
  • Employer handed $24k bill after truck-loading incident;
  • WorkSafe WA outlines safety rules for slinging loads;
  • WorkCover NSW flags special Code for horse work; and
  • Did you miss our latest quarterly update and podcast?

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2:22PM

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