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• SWA launches new GHS database as Qld bans chemicals;
  
• Qld issues electrical warning, launches mobile-plant campaign; and
  
• WorkCover Qld improves tool for employers.

In this article, OHS Alert examines the latest safety and workers' comp developments in five jurisdictions, including the release of new workers' comp guidelines, safety regulations, safety alerts and reports.

• New water safety laws tackle Legionnaires' disease;
  
• Employers reminded of safety laws for transporting panels; and
  
• SWA announces Good Design winner, as Tas launches safety awards.

• New dust regulations coming to Qld;
  
• Work-related death tolls spike; and
  
• Safe Rates Tribunal ceases today.

• Inquiry backs ABCC Bill despite safety concerns;
  
• New accreditation Regulation for building industry commences;
  
• New WHS Code commencing in Qld; and
  
• Bill reduces red tape in ACT's WHS and workers' comp Acts - again.

• Anti-bullying laws flagged for Qld IR overhaul; and
  
• OHS breaches reported to Vic labour-hire inquiry.

• Managers failing to warn workers of widespread asbestos risks;
  
• Manager fined for shooting worker with nail gun; and
  
• Queensland extends anti-smoking laws.

• Major new RTW and entry rules pass in ACT;
  
• Safety laws passed and amended in Qld and SA; and
  
• Suite of Regulations released for NZ's new work safety laws.

• NSW amends heavy vehicle safety regulations;
  
• Qld launches truck-safety plan as NT drug rules commence;
  
• Qld's mirror marine safety laws get green light; and
  
• SA amends radiation regulations.

Six cases of the incurable work-related disease black lung have now been confirmed in Queensland, and the State Government has announced a five-point plan to identify and prevent the condition.