OHS Professional E-News

Issue 80, 28 June 2011

Eradicating asbestos in the ADF

Leadership at the highest levels of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) has been “pivotal” and “foundational” to building a culture of safety across the organisation, according to Lindsay Kranz, director general of the Department of Defence’s OHS branch.

Sue Pilkington

Where to find money for OHS

OHS professionals who “do their homework and speak the language of business” are more likely to attract funding and resources for relevant initiatives, according to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland.

Sue Pilkington

Lessons from the Montara well blowout

A prevailing attitude of “forging ahead regardless” combined with a poor understanding and management of the hazards inherent in the drilling process were key contributors to the blowout of the Montara H1 well in the Timor Sea in 2009, a recent paper has found.

Sue Pilkington

Victoria: anti-bullying laws come into force

Employers in Victoria should review their bullying and harassment policies and processes following the passing of The Crimes Amendment (Bullying) Bill 2011 – also known as Brodies’ Law, according to law firm Norton Rose.

Sue Pilkington

Harmonisation makes headway

The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) is the latest jurisdiction to introduce harmonised OHS laws, with the recent tabling of the Work Health and Safety Bill 2011 in the ACT’s Legislative Assembly.

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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