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Issue 9, Friday 29 January 2010
In this Issue:
John Holland crane falls on WA BHP site
Three recent crane collapses in Western Australia have sparked calls for mining and construction giants to focus on safety.
Workcover WA confirms asbestos on Gorgon Gas project
As Western Australia moves to tighten asbestos-handling compliance, workers on Chevron's Barrow Island Gorgon gas project have commenced partial work stoppages, claiming they have been exposed to the known carcinogen.
WorkSafe Vic to target SMEs
WorkSafe Victoria is warning SMEs to address safety concerns before its officers arrive in coming months.
Mega trucks get SMART maps
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has released an online mapping system to help road-train drivers plan transport routes.
NSW schools get 'violent student' search powers
From the first day of semester NSW schools will be able to request
information held by several state agencies on students with violent
histories.
NSW Workcover urges young worker focus
NSW WorkCover is reminding businesses to keep an eye on young workers who may not be confident enough to speak up about safety concerns.
Former WorkSafe Vic boss to head up EPA
WorkSafe Victoria's executive director, John Merritt, has been appointed as chief executive officer of Victoria's Environmental Protection Agency.
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