Worker killed by robot in car factory
A robot has taken the life of a 22 year old contactor technician in a Volkswagen production plant in the town of Baunatal, Germany. The contractor was in the process of installing…
How much are three fingers worth?
By guest blogger, David Wilks In a surprising decision, the Noosa Magistrates court has failed to impose a penalty on an employer who modified machinery such that the modification led…
Is this the solution for drug and alcohol addiction?
In a remarkable study conducted by researchers at the University of Texas, Austin, the already approved blood pressure drug, isradipine, has been shown to 'erase' addiction! At this point, the research…
Drug testing faces new challenge from fake urine!
As recreational drug usage escalates, so does mandatory drug testing in the workplace. No-one needs to be told that a drug (including alcohol) affected worker is a risk to all…
You can’t legislate against stupidity!
Ok, so there's a big chance I've just offended half of you. But its true. You can have the best laws possible, supported by the best awareness programs, comprehensive training…
You can’t legislate against stupidity!
Ok, so there's a big chance I've just offended half of you. But its true. You can have the best laws possible, supported by the best awareness programs, comprehensive training…