There is significant bias amongst doctors hired by employers to classify X-rays in coal miners’ black lung claims, a new study has found. Researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago suggest there is a financial conflict of interest among doctors hired by employers to review the chest X-rays of coal miners filing workers’ compensationRead more
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Victorian businesses found intentionally flouting COVID-19 rules – such as the requirement to use QR Code systems – will be slapped with a new $1,652 on-the-spot fine. Where there are repeated breaches, a further $9,913 fine can be issued and businesses may be prosecuted in court for continued, blatant or willful non-compliance. Venues and facilitiesRead more
A Bill that provides presumptive workers’ compensation to first responders and certain mine workers that are diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder has passed Queensland Parliament. The changes to State Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2020, mean that a first responder’s PTSD will automatically be presumed to be work-related unless and untilRead more
A number of prominent mental health advocates, unions, and academics have released a joint statement calling on WHS ministers to agree to amend the national model WHS Regulations to prescribe control measures for psychosocial risks. State, territory, and federal WHS ministers are set to meet on May 20 to discuss key reforms recommended in bothRead more
UK workers have voiced their concerns about the indoor air quality of their workplaces as evidence builds around airborne coronavirus transmission. A recent survey conducted by facilities management company Rentokil Initial revealed 68 per cent of people believe employers should do more to ensure clean air is being provided, while 62 per cent believe airRead more
There are a range of work-related factors which contribute to poor mental health among primary producers, and these factors require a different approach in order to improve psychological health and safety, according to Deakin University. Research evidence suggests that primary producers experience a higher risk of suicide when compared with the general population, said AlisonRead more
Presented by Matt Brearley (Managing Director, Thermal Hyperformance) What’s covered? It’s no surprise that heat-related illnesses spike during hot weather, but what about worker injuries? A growing body of evidence demonstrates that workers are more prone to injury during hot weather and this session provides a pragmatic overview of how this occurs and who’s atRead more
Nominations for the Australian Workplace Health & Safety Awards (AWHSA) are now open. The awards provide national recognition to organisations and individuals who are demonstrating excellence and innovation in the field of Workplace Health & Safety (WHS). Created by the Australian Institute of Health & Safety (AIHS), organisations of all sizes are encouraged to nominateRead more
Nominations for the Australian Workplace Health & Safety Awards (AWHSA) are now open. The awards provide national recognition to organisations and individuals who are demonstrating excellence and innovation in the field of Workplace Health & Safety (WHS). Created by the Australian Institute of Health & Safety (AIHS), organisations of all sizes are encouraged to nominateRead more
Victorian employers would be required to report sexual harassment incidents to a workplace health and safety regulator under a new government reform plan. Earlier this week, the state government announced the establishment of a Ministerial Taskforce on Workplace Sexual Harassment to develop reforms that will prevent and better respond to sexual harassment in workplaces. TheRead more
