Industry News
24-hour helicopter medivac service for the Cooper Basin
For the first time, a night-vision-equipped helicopter has begun operating in the Cooper Basin in the heart of Australia's outback. [ + ]
Research that could help shiftworkers with sleep disorders
Salk researchers have discovered a master gene responsible for sleep and wake cycles, offering hope for a drug that could help reset sleep. [ + ]
Providing a safer journey for mobile workforces
TMS Consulting has announced its partnership with journey management software specialist JESI. [ + ]
WorkCover and Hansen Yuncken commit to safety during hospital redevelopment
WorkCover NSW and Hansen Yuncken have today (26 August) signed an alliance to provide a safe workplace during the Wagga Wagga Health Service Redevelopment. [ + ]
Test environment for future road safety has opened in Sweden
Recently opened in Sweden, the AstaZero full-scale road safety test environment is able to test all modes of road transportation and all traffic situations. [ + ]
Construction safety a focus on both sides of the border
Victorian and NSW health and safety inspectors will be active along the Victoria and NSW border this week in an ongoing campaign to promote construction site safety in the region. [ + ]
Model WHS bill for Western Australia
The Western Australian version of the model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Bill will be introduced into the current spring session of state parliament. [ + ]
Mine Safety courses for mine rescue teams in Queensland
RFDS, QMRS and St John Ambulance have launched a dedicated medical training program for members of mine rescue teams across the state. [ + ]
Lloyd's Register launches consolidated Rules for Offshore Units
Lloyd's Register has launched its new Rules for Offshore Units in one single document following an in-depth consultation with industry. [ + ]
Transport safety for the FIFO and DIDO workforce will be discussed at OSIT
It is relatively common for mine workers to drive an average of 500 km home after long and irregular shifts and extended shift blocks. The impact this has on transport safety will be under discussion at the upcoming OSIT2014: the 2nd International Occupational Safety in Transport Conference. [ + ]
Australia's first dedicated media channel for the field service sector
Australia has its first dedicated media channel for the booming field service sector, with the launch of Field Service Business, a sister publication to Safety Solutions. [ + ]
NSW forestry industry safety partnership renewed
Industry-specific safety training programs and better information sharing will be some of the benefits to flow from the renewal of WorkCover NSW's safety partnership with Forestry Corporation of NSW. [ + ]
Speakers announced for Safety in Action Sydney
Industry speakers at Safety in Action Sydney, being held from 2-4 September at Sydney Olympic Park, will cover a variety of topics ranging from workplace bullying to driver safety and the ageing workforce. [ + ]
Popping a pill for sun protection - is it that easy?
A dermatologist in the US has provided information on additional sun protection tools that have become available, including sunscreen pills, drinkable sunscreen and ultraviolet (UV) monitoring bracelets. [ + ]
Improving demand for mining PPE in emerging countries
The recovery of the mining industry following industrialisation in emerging economies and investments in mining to support the demand for metals and commodities has brightened prospects in personal protective equipment (PPE) globally, finds new analysis from Frost & Sullivan. [ + ]