Employers urged to enforce seatbelt use after crane death; and more
Employers urged to enforce seatbelt use after crane death; and Falling objects claim the most lives as workplace fatality rate increases.
Employers urged to enforce seatbelt use after crane death; and Falling objects claim the most lives as workplace fatality rate increases.
The draft model Work Health and Safety Regulations and Codes of Practice for mining have been released for public comment, but "harmonisation" appears to be a long way off for this sector, with at least four jurisdictions looking to introduce their own laws.
Regulators issue warnings on no-go zones after electrocutions; Queensland disasters expose safety gaps, but employers reluctant to invest more in OHS; Tasmania says it could amend harmonised mining laws; and WorkCover SA suspends rehab provider for misconduct.
ACT introduces model Bill as other jurisdictions announce plans; and South Australia appoints new IR minister, creates workers' comp portfolio.
Workers' comp fraudster jailed for at least 12 months; Comcare prosecuting Defence Force, again; WorkSafe WA to target mobile plant and conduct safety forums; and Tasmanian mine safety Code revoked.
Victoria's average premium rate to remain static; Employer fined for sloppy response to improvement notices; and New Tasmanian asbestos rules and transport guides released.
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