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07-16-2014, 11:27 AM
'Blind' tram driver 'unusual' but safe, says Yarra Trams
A Melbourne tram driver who was spotted driving with the windscreen blind pulled almost all the way down in Melbourne's east has been investigated before for his "unsual" driving style.
Read more (http://www.theage.com.au/action/printArticle?id=60139204)

Federal Government response to Mr Fluffy asbestos crisis
Employment and public service Minister Eric Abetz will lead the Abbott government response to the Mr Fluffy asbestos crisis. ACT Chief Minister Katy Gallagher will seek an urgent meeting with the Tasmanian senator after discussing the need for Commonwealth co-operation with Assistant Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Jamie Briggs at Parliament House on Tuesday.
Read more (http://www.canberratimes.com.au/action/printArticle?id=60139301)

Mine volunteers quit over decision to hire paid safety workers
The coal miners' union says members will not work at BMA's Blackwater mine if they believe new mine rescue contractors cannot guarantee safety.
Read more (http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-09/mine-volunteers-quit-over-decision-to-hire-paid/5583582)

Pilbara's Birla Nifty mine given all clear to restart operations
Birla Nifty copper mine in Western Australia's Pilbara has been given permission to restart operations after the lifting of a prohibition notice by the Department of Mines and Petroleum.
Read more (http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-07-08/birla-nifty-mine-prohibition-lifted/5581306)

WorkCover in push to restrict union officials' safety probes
WorkCover inspectors are being told to restrict union officials from investigating safety complaints amid claims of escalating political interference in the regulator.
Read more (http://www.theage.com.au/action/printArticle?id=60143700)

OHS figures don’t lie
Safe Work Australia’s recent publication “Key Work Health and Safety Statistics Booklet 2014” reveals that Australia’s manufacturing industry is not as safe as many would have us believe.
Read more (http://www.ferret.com.au/c/safe-work-australia/ohs-figures-don-t-lie-n2515427)

New anti-slip plywood to improve workplace safety
Timber specialist Big River Timbers has introduced a new anti-slip plywood product designed to prevent accidental falls in various work environments.
Read more (http://www.infolink.com.au/c/big-river-timbers/new-anti-slip-plywood-to-improve-workplace-safety-n2507159)

Thousands of workers illegally operating heavy equipment on sites after failing to apply for new photographic licence
Less than half of the 400,000 workers who held paper-based licences converted to the interim system of prescribed occupations certificates when they were rolled out in 2008.
Read more (http://www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/thousands-of-workers-illegally-operating-heavy-equipment-on-sites-after-failing-to-apply-for-new-photographic-licence/story-fnihsrf2-1226969951366?nk=35bced19b9277cf5c9e12dffbb22c106)

Workplace health and safety (WHS) in your state or territory
The following links will help you find information relevant to you and your obligations as a business or employer
Read more (http://www.watoday.com.au/action/printArticle?id=5552051)

QLD - Improving the model work health and safety laws - have your say
Safe Work Australia has released an Issues Paper and Consultation Regulation Impact Statement (RIS) to consult with the community on improving the model WHS laws.
Read more (http://www.deir.qld.gov.au/workplace/events/commentconsult/index.htm#.U7-NR_m1bYg)

Furniture retailer Super A-Mart fined $30,000 for Perth warehouse accident that injured two staff
A national furniture retailer has been fined after two staff at a Perth store were injured when an overloaded elevating work platform toppled over.
Read more (http://www.perthnow.com.au/news/western-australia/furniture-retailer-super-amart-fined-30000-for-perth-warehouse-accident-that-injured-two-staff/story-fnhocxo3-1226981843432)