The South Australian Greens have applauded the passing of their workers' comp Bill for firefighters through the Legislative Council, while the State Government has introduced mirror heavy-vehicle laws. Also in this article, SafeWork SA has released new fact sheets on HSR training and more under the WHS Act.
Western Australian employer fined over death after string of drum explosions; Employers urged to train young workers to voice OHS concerns; Workplace flu vaccinations critical with epidemic looming; South Australian workers urged to promote OHS in online campaign; and Tasmanian safety awards open.
In this article, OHS Alert highlights recent work health and safety developments - as well as new publications and upcoming seminars - from all Australian jurisdictions.
Employer faces Federal Court again for suspending injured worker; WorkCover SA promises new approach under different management team; and Expiry period extended for photos on Qld explosives licences.
Mirror WHS Acts take effect in South Australia and Tasmania in less than two weeks. In this article, OHS Alert points SA and Tas readers to the resources they need to prepare for the new laws, and looks at the ongoing transitional arrangements in other jurisdictions.
In a case involving WorkCover SA's controversial medical panel process, a WCT full bench has awarded ongoing compensation to a worker who sustained a psychological injury nearly seven years ago.
Employers and homeowners are being warned - on the first day of Asbestos Awareness Week today - that a "misleading" government booklet could result in more asbestos-disease victims. Employers are also being reminded that many asbestos-containing materials are still present in workplaces.
WHS bullying Code "prohibits" eye-rolling, says Abetz; WorkCover SA's controversial medical panels to be scrapped; and South Australian Safe Work winners announced.
Business SA has cited the length and complexity of the model Codes of Practice as one of the reasons it has withdrawn its support for South Australia's mirror Work Health and Safety Act.
Time running out to comment on WA's mirror WHS Regulations; WorkCover SA boss resigns, as WorkCover NSW overhaul slammed; ATSB established as national rail safety investigator; and Essential safety news from five jurisdictions.
