OHS Professional E-News

Issue 56, 11 January 2011

Intimidating WorkSafe inspectors comes at a cost

Two men who assaulted, threatened and intimidated WorkSafe inspectors have received suspended prison sentences after being prosecuted by WorkSafe Victoria.

Sue Pilkington

Tackling workplace bullying

Building sound leadership and supportive workgroups, developing the quality of management, ensuring equal employment opportunity and improving understanding of dispute/grievance resolution processes/procedures are the best ways to stamp out workplace bullying in the public sector.

Sue Pilkington

Comcare takes John Holland to court over workplace fatality

Comcare recently launched Federal Court proceedings against John Holland following a fatal incident and two dangerous occurrences at the Mt Whaleback mine facility in Western Australia.

Sue Pilkington

Prison sentence ordered for workers compensation fraud

A Victorian man is appealing against a 21-month prison sentence after being convicted of workers compensation fraud.

Sue Pilkington

Grants for workplace safety initiatives in SA

Applications are open for grants up of up $50,000 to fund workplace safety initiatives in South Australia.

Sue Pilkington

22 May

VIC Branch: Women's OHS Professionals Networking Breakfast

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





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