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In a decision that appears to contradict an earlier ruling, Fair Work Australia has blocked an employer from introducing random on-site urine testing for drugs such as cannabis.

PCBUs must consult with on-hire agencies on PPE and risks; and High Court blocks appeal against Workers Comp Act reinstatement ruling.

Two NSW company directors charged over a workplace death have failed in their High Court bid to have the case against them dismissed based on the landmark Kirk case.

The Federal Court has highlighted the critical role health and safety representatives play in ensuring workplace safety, in blocking a final warning issued to an HSR for alleged misconduct.

The Federal Court has imposed the maximum fine of $242,000 on the manufacturer of the Malu Sara, describing the Commonwealth-commissioned vessel, which took five lives when it sank in the Torres Strait, as "dangerously unseaworthy".

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.

Fair Work Australia has rejected an enterprise agreement that offered protective clothing to full-time employees, but not casuals, after finding it could lead to unlawful discrimination and adverse action.