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The full Federal Court has rejected a contractor's appeal against a s-xual harassment ruling, upholding earlier findings that a hotel and street were "workplaces".
Employer pleads guilty to safety breaches following death; Vic Labor pledges more support for firefighters suffering PTSD; and Essential safety news from four jurisdictions.
A worker who described his former workplace as a "hell hole on earth" has been awarded workers' compensation, after the NSW WCC found a "toxic" relationship with his manager caused his psychological injury.
A third of Victorian mental health workers are suffering forms of psychological stress because of workplace violence, with 90 per cent of them taking sick leave as a result, according to new research.
An experienced labourer, who tried to move heavy items by kicking them, has failed in a damages claim to prove his employers didn't instruct him on correct manual handling techniques.
Reports recommend focus on construction "safety in design" and safety culture; Employers urged to beware ethanol fireplaces and burners; and BHP Billiton wins emergency response competition.
Employers should conduct standing meetings and provide workers with regular breaks that involve walking to reduce sedentary time, say Australian researchers.
A worker's claim that she was entitled to damages for a neck and subsequent psychological injury has been rejected in the Victorian Court of Appeal, after it found her injuries weren't considered serious.
Employer fined after bystander death; New CEO announced for Safety, Return to Work and Support; Better communication techniques reduce workplace stress; and Essential safety news from three jurisdictions.
