Dan the Safety Man
Deviate from drug testing procedure – you might as well not test
Deviating from drug testing procedures can invalidate results and jeopardise prosecutions, warns Judge Scotting.
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WHS Guardian
Sep 235 min
Hair follicle testing Q&A
Hair Follicle Testing: A Clearer Understanding Hair follicle testing is often misunderstood, largely because it's less common than other...
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Dan the Safety Man
Sep 171 min
03/2024 Child Safety Hair Testing - Drugs
In both custody disputes (Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia - FCFCoA) and parental rights restoration cases (Children’s...
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WHS Guardian
Aug 271 min
NSW Police to outsource drug testing
NSW Police intend to outsource the drug testing responsibilities to another entity.
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WHS Guardian
Aug 222 min
Kicked off site for a drug test? Read this
Learn how improper drug testing in the mining industry could make your dismissal harsh, unjust, or unfair.
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Dan the Safety Man
Aug 163 min
NSW Health Loses Appeal in the Court of Criminal Appeal
CCA dismisses NSW Health's appeal, underscoring the importance of comprehensive risk management in healthcare
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Dan the Safety Man
Aug 123 min
Media Sensationalism and Misunderstandings: The Case of Imane Khelif
Even without a television in my home, I've heard about the controversy surrounding boxer Imane Khelif. This situation exposes a...
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WHS Guardian
Aug 62 min
Why don't we hair follicle test centrelink recipients?
The debate over drug testing welfare recipients is not new, but it has recently gained traction in Australia. While some argue that it...
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WHS Guardian
Aug 42 min
Do we want Chevron Deference in WHS Prosecutions?
Should Australia, particularly in WHS cases, adopt a concept like Chevron Deference?
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WHS Guardian
Jul 174 min
Strata conviction in SafeWork case shows that Strata are PCBU's.
Case: SafeWork NSW v The Owners – Strata Plan No 93899 [2024] NSWDC 277 Presiding Judge: David Russell SC [DCJ] Prosecutor: Barrister...
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Dan the Safety Man
Jul 161 min
02/2024 Child Safety Hair Testing - Drugs
When a court is deciding on awarding custody (FCFCoA) or restoring parental rights (Children's Court) they will require a hair test for...
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Dan the Safety Man
Jul 161 min
02/2024 Child Safety Hair Testing - Alcohol
Drug testing for childrens safety. Quarter 02/2024
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WHS Guardian
Jul 153 min
Cannabis, driving, and work
Let's dive into the rules for using cannabis while driving or at work.
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WHS Guardian
Jul 113 min
Safety Oversights Lead to Severe Injury at Steggles Pty Ltd: Lessons and Legal Consequences
Case: SafeWork NSW v Steggles Pty Ltd [2024] NSWDC 217 Presiding Judge: David Russell SC [DCJ] Prosecutor: Barrister Malcolm Scott...
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WHS Guardian
Jul 113 min
Ensuring Workplace Safety: Lessons from the Topdeck Scaffolding Prosecution
Case: SafeWork NSW v Topdeck Scaffolding Pty Limited [2024] NSWDC 215 Presiding Judge: David Russell SC [DCJ] Prosecutor: Barrister Nick...
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WHS Guardian
Jul 105 min
Navigating Workplace Drug Testing: A Guide for Unions in NSW and Queensland
Introduction Workplace drug testing has become an increasingly prevalent practice in various industries across Australia, particularly in...
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WHS Guardian
Jul 23 min
Why Parents Must Do a Hair Follicle Test for Child Custody Matters
Ensure child safety in custody cases: Use NATA accredited labs for reliable hair follicle drug tests. Avoid foreign lab pitfalls.
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Dan the Safety Man
Jun 282 min
Can my employer test my urine?
Yesterday a client in the aviation sector contacted us seeking advice on drug testing and the affect of Goodsell v Sydney Trains [2023]...
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Dan the Safety Man
Jun 133 min
NSW's Highest WHS Fine: A Tragic Case of Neglect and Recklessness
NSW’s highest WHS fine issued after a tragic death of a Fijian worker. Highlighting the importance of workplace safety and employer duties.
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WHS Guardian
Jun 123 min
Understanding LCMS in Family Law: Hair Follicle vs. Urine Testing
When family law solicitors navigate cases involving substance use allegations, accurate and reliable testing methods become crucial....
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