OHS Professional E-News

Issue 95, 11 October 2011

True OHS harmonisation to be delayed

It is likely that the harmonisation of the nation’s OHS laws will take longer than expected, with a number of States and Territories looking to delay implementation of model Work Health Safety laws.

Sue Pilkington

SIA launches 30 days of OHS

The Safety Institute of Australia yesterday launched 30 Days of OHS, an initiative which promotes free health and safety industry insights and knowledge sharing amongst peers and establishes a foundation for continued online networking and idea generation.

Sue Pilkington

Mouse plague creating safety hazards for farmers

Victoria’s increasing mouse population is moving into haystacks, potentially making them unstable, WorkSafe Victoria recently warned.

Sue Pilkington

Caution issued over crane safety on railway construction sites

WorkCover NSW recently issued a safety alert for employers and those who control railway construction sites to keep workers clear of crane loads that are under tension.

Sue Pilkington

$90,000 fine for winemaker over shed fall

A prominent winemaker in South Australia was recently convicted and fined by an industrial magistrate over safety shortcomings that led to an employee suffering serious and permanent injuries in a fall.

Sue Pilkington

27 May - 31 May

AIOH Basic Principles of Occupational Hygiene Course

31 May - 2 Jun

Building Safety - Bridging the Gap

13 Jun

Brisbane Regional Meeting

18 Jun - 19 Jun

SIA LTD - Brisbane Conference

18 Jun - 19 Jun

Safety in Action 2013 | Brisbane Safety Conference





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