Following our article about the Federal Government principally supporting industrial manslaughter laws, there have been increased calls for implementation following the death of a young scaffolding worker in Sydney this
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Up to 5 years jail for importers of asbestos materials
Importers who knowingly or recklessly import goods containing asbestos can now be imprisoned for up to 5 years, under increased penalties announced by the Federal Government. The Customs Legislation Amendment (Asbestos)
Queensland appoints nation’s first WHS Prosecutor
Queensland is leading the country in an improved approach to workplace health and safety, appointing the nation’s first Work Health and Safety Prosecutor. Minister for Industrial Relations Grace Grace announced
A rise in assaults on SafeWork Inspectors
There have been a number of incidents in the last two months involving SafeWork inspectors, and the SafeWork Regulator and Secretary of the Department of Finance, Services and Innovation, Martin
Fatality fines increase exponentially on appeal
Fines imposed upon two PCBUs have been increased to almost $1million this week, following appeals. The NSW Attorney-General has impressed upon PCBUs the importance of workplace safety and has reiterated