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Clarification on trench incident
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Mark McCabe Feb 26, 2011.

Gungahlin Drive Bridge Collapse
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Brian MacLeod Jan 12, 2011.

Is obesity really an occupational health issue?
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Started this discussion. Last reply by David Apr 13, 2010.

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Mark McCabe replied to Kevin Jones's discussion 'Clarification on trench incident'
The short answer is that I was misquoted.  Basically, Worksafe was satisfied with the action that was taken in response to the incident at the time.
Feb 26, 2011
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Peter Blayney replied to Kevin Jones's discussion 'Clarification on trench incident'
Good point Kevin.   My take on it, or the context I assume the comment was made, is that certain things occurred that made the incident inevitable.  Unfortunately, like all incidents, once that first domino falls, there is nothing that can…
Feb 12, 2011
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Clarification on trench incident

On 7 February 2011, ABC News Online reported the following: "No action over construction site accidentWorksafe ACT says all appropriate procedures were in place at a Canberra construction site where a worker was knocked into a trench by an excavator last month.The 39-year-old plumber suffered a broken collarbone and back injuries in the accident at Acton three weeks ago.Work Safety Commissioner Mark McCabe…See More
Discussion posted by Kevin Jones Feb 8, 2011
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Brian MacLeod replied to Kevin Jones's discussion 'Gungahlin Drive Bridge Collapse'
Good morning Kevin There is or was a copy of a report by SMA Engineering for Roads ACT on their website that mkes interesting reading. It includes correspondence between all the parties involved plus engineering reports and photo's regarding…
Jan 12, 2011
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Kevin Jones replied to Kevin Jones's discussion 'Gungahlin Drive Bridge Collapse'
Thanks Mark. Even though the report is about contracting, it is of considerable interest for establishing the project safety targets, reporting mechanisms and consultation procedures so that there is the best chance of preventing injuries and…
Jan 11, 2011
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Mark McCabe replied to Kevin Jones's discussion 'Gungahlin Drive Bridge Collapse'
Hi Kevin   I am chasing up for you the issue of public availability of this report.  This report, of course, is primarily about the contracting issues and not the OHS issues.  The latter are the subject of the WorkSafe ACT…
Jan 11, 2011
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Gungahlin Drive Bridge Collapse

Dear Forum Over the last week the media has been reporting on an "interim report" over the Gungahlin Drive bridge collapse.  Can any tell me if this interim report is publicly available and from where it can be downloaded? Regards Kevin JonesSafetyAtWorkBlog See More
Discussion posted by Kevin Jones Jan 10, 2011
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David replied to Kevin Jones's discussion 'Is obesity really an occupational health issue?'
Hi Kevin, There are some corporations using workplace health initiatives to raise their image profile without really making any real progress in assisting their employees in being aware of the benefits of good health in the workplace.Their health…
Apr 13, 2010
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Kevin Jones replied to Kevin Jones's discussion 'Is obesity really an occupational health issue?'
The employees' obligations for their own safety are in the new national Work Health & Safety Act. I like to take the efforts of the transport industry and union as an example of the preventative measures that can be considered. The…
Apr 6, 2010
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Leslie Henley replied to Kevin Jones's discussion 'Is obesity really an occupational health issue?'
It's interesting to note that NSW OHS Act places an obligation on employees not to place themself or others at risk, by act or omission, (I'm not very familiar with the details of other jurisdictions, though I imagine they will have…
Apr 6, 2010
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Kevin Jones replied to Kevin Jones's discussion 'Is obesity really an occupational health issue?'
Lesley I agree partly as well. That is why it is such a difficult issue and why I posted the topic, it taps many different elements of individual responsibility and corporate obligation. In many cases, workers do not accept responsibility at work…
Apr 6, 2010
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Leslie Henley replied to Kevin Jones's discussion 'Is obesity really an occupational health issue?'
Hi Kevin, I agree, in part, with your view - obesity is a personal health issue (albeit of national concern from a health services perspective) and as such, employers should not need to focus on it as a 'workplace wellness' issue, beyond…
Apr 6, 2010
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Is obesity really an occupational health issue?

There are many health interventions for obesity and other issues occurring in the modern workplace but I am not sure that they are providing any more than symptomatic relief.  If OHS investigations are intended to address the source of a hazard why are we providing health programs for the individual instead of looking at the workplace and societal causes of these health conditions?Also, I think if thorough investigations were undertaken we may find that we are mistreating our employees by…See More
Discussion posted by Kevin Jones Mar 23, 2010
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Kevin Jones replied to Kevin Jones's discussion 'Working Hours and Political Scandal'
Leslie It sounds like you are describing an "evolutionary careerism" (trademark pending on that jargon) where those who are willing to risk their health and welfare will "succeed in business", ie. live long enough to enjoy their…
Jan 18, 2010
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Leslie Henley replied to Kevin Jones's discussion 'Working Hours and Political Scandal'
Kevin, I call myself a realist, though some may consider me a cynic. Speaking generally, I believe human concern for others is overwhelmed by one or other of the two extremes: greed or apathy. This can be observed in the business worlds of the two…
Jan 18, 2010
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Kevin Jones replied to Kevin Jones's discussion 'Working Hours and Political Scandal'
Leslie Curiously your post occurred around the same time that Victorian politician Lynne Kosky resigns to look after an ill-relative. I think there can be an economic model of benevolent or humanist capitalism and I was eagerly watching for its…
Jan 18, 2010

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At 10:52am on January 10, 2011, John McKerrall LambertJohn McKerrall Lambert said…

Hi Kevin

Honour to be considered one of your friends

Cheers from John

At 5:09pm on September 9, 2009, Hanna HamiltonHanna Hamilton said…
Thanks for the comment Kevin. The forum looks very interesting.
At 11:42am on June 9, 2009, Kevin JonesKevin Jones said…
This looks a terrific initiative, one that Australia's OHS providers have sorely needed.
 
 
 

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