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Maintaining fire safety in the workplace
Without proper training in place, workers are at risk of being harmed in the event of a fire. [ + ]
Getting across the new silica dust code of practice
The construction industry in Queensland now has Australia's first code of practice for the management of respirable crystalline silica (RCS). [ + ]
Intrinsically safe ICCP systems: key considerations
CP systems protect critical infrastructure from corrosion, and their design can become much more complicated in environments where volatile materials are housed. [ + ]
Tips for effective safety communication in hazardous industries
Working in a hazardous environment means working with the possibility that a dangerous incident might occur at any moment. [ + ]
From pandemic to prevention: companies address manual handling risks
Across all work industries, manual handling injuries (or body stressing injuries) represent ~37% of total workplace injuries. [ + ]
Breathing below ground: respirable crystalline silica risk
Many workers are still experiencing high levels of exposure to silica dust. So what level, if any, is “safe”, and what can be done to better protect them? [ + ]
Top tips: Gas cylinder handling and storage
How can organisations protect their people from gas cylinder hazards? Here are some simple tips that can help businesses to stay safe and compliant. [ + ]
Speakers revealed for Workplace Health & Safety Show Brisbane
Industry leaders and innovators at the Workplace Health & Safety Show Brisbane will cover a variety of topics, including major hazards and injury prevention. [ + ]
4 steps to building a smarter and safer construction site
Construction sites often face a range of potential risks — some of which are obvious, while others remain largely hidden. [ + ]
Using a smart insole to mitigate workplace slips and falls
Researchers have developed a shoe insole that is embedded with pressure and motion sensors, helping to mitigate workplace incidents in real time. [ + ]
How a proximity alert system makes mining sites safer
Proximity alert systems can help to prevent accidents and ensure safety in environments such mine sites, oil and gas exploration, and construction sites. [ + ]
Hand injuries at work — what do the statistics say?
Workers in any industry or workplace can experience hand injuries — ranging from sprains and strains, to fractures, cuts, open wounds and amputations. [ + ]
Graphene-enhanced firefighting gear boosts firefighter safety
Researchers have found that flame-retardant fabrics woven into firefighters' clothing and masks can reduce rates of injury and mortality among firefighters. [ + ]
Smart AI dash cams improving driver safety
Australia has technology available that can greatly reduce the number of crashes and road incidents, and it is important to understand how this technology works. [ + ]
Top tips for finding the right women's safety boot
The rise and rise of women in the construction and industrial workforce lends itself to an ever-increasing demand for safety gear designed specifically for women. [ + ]