A Queensland Magistrate’s decision to fine a cleaning company has again highlighted the dangers af asbestos roofs and the importance of following the industry codes of practice. A childcare centre
Silicosis action plan implemented by QLD Government
The Queensland Palaszczuk Government has announced better workplace health and safety protections for workers under changes to the Public Health Act 2005 and Public Health Regulation 2018. Dr Anthony Lynham, Minister
Johnson & Johnson to pay $300 million in damages
Johnson & Johnson was ordered Friday to pay $300 million in punitive damages to a woman who was able to link her asbestos-related cancer to talc-based products produced by the
NSW Government doubles asbestos fines to $2 million
The NSW government has announced an Amendment Bill as part of a new crackdown on asbestos regulation, which will see the penalty for unlawfully depositing or transporting asbestos-containing waste doubled.
Rising asbestos-related disease rates costing Australia $500 million annually
Following recent calls for a total asbestos eradication plan for Australia, a new report has revealed that asbestos-related diseases are estimated to be costing the country more than $500 million