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The International Labour Organisation says that the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster was the catalyst for better global management of all OHS issues, not just radiation protection.

A South Australian employer that failed to put in place measures to separate workers from trucks during fuel checking tasks has been fined $42,000 after a fatality.

The Queensland Government has introduced legislation to provide rights of entry to union representatives for OHS purposes, and to ensure that employment safeguards for injured workers aren't overridden by the Federal WorkChoices legislation.

No NSW claims data lost in computer crash; WA extends public comment period on dangerous goods regulation; Parties consider alternatives in Boral medical testing case; Three fatalities in Victoria in one week; NSW extends green card compliance deadline; and Latest safety publications.

The ACT Supreme Court has rejected an employer's argument that a worker was guilty of contributory negligence when he was injured as a result of a hazard he knew existed.

A new study has added to evidence that temporary employees have a higher risk of being injured at work, but the risk is most likely due to being "new" to the workplace.

A recent NSW prosecution against a self-employed electrical contractor shows the importance of having a site-specific safe work method statement for every job.

Pharmacists urged not to provide work fitness certificates; Employers warned to ignore microwave testing claims; WA working hours code gets approval; Victorian bullying seminar rescheduled.

A full bench of the NSW Industrial Court has clarified the extent of the duty to provide adequate training to on-hire workers, while dismissing an appeal by a labour hire company and its director against their OHS convictions.

Employers invited to commit to National OHS Strategy; National code on material safety data sheets commences on Monday; WorkSafe Victoria urges employers to prepare for sun safety; and Latest safety alerts, guides and publications.