Posts Tagged ‘ occupational health and safety ’

Haphazard Ladder Climbing Puts Handymen In Danger

May 15th, 2008 | By admin | Category: Health

Men in their 50s are the most likely to fall off ladders in the home, causing injury and death, a new study says.
The research, presented at a medical conference in Hong Kong, said pelvic and limb injuries were most common, but some men suffered more serious head and chest fractures.
“This group was your typical victim [...]



Workplace new frontier for bulge battle

Mar 19th, 2008 | By admin | Category: Health

Victorian Premier John Brumby today announced the $A218 million programme today, describing obesity as a challenge as big as climate change.
The five-year plan, funded by a $A600 million WorkSafe surplus, will provide voluntary screening for the states 2.6 million workers.
It will target those at risk of preventative diseases, such as type two diabetes, through an [...]