Feedback sought for primary standard for gas installation
09 June, 2021Standards Australia is seeking feedback about the revised standard AS/NZS 5601.1, Gas Installation, to support essential safety requirements.
Moranbah North incident spurs calls for broadened inquiry
04 March, 2021An evacuation at a Moranbah North coalmine has prompted calls from the Miners Union for changes to the ongoing Queensland Coal Mining Board of Inquiry.
Company fined for asbestos violation
02 February, 2021SafeWork SA has fined a principal contractor $3600 after they failed to review an asbestos register, thereby exposing workers to asbestos.
New complications in construction's confined space environs
19 October, 2020 by Richard Millar, Chief Executive Officer, Working at Height Association | Supplied by: Working at Height AssociationEnsuring construction workers are appropriately protected when engaged in confined space environments remains cruicial amid COVID-19 and its new challenges.
VBA urges COVID-19 caution as building, plumbing continue
20 July, 2020Following the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in Victoria, the VBA has urged Victorians to take extra precautions when using a builder or plumber.
Bacharach MGS-402 dual-channel gas detection controller
09 June, 2020 | Supplied by: BacharachThe MGS-402 dual-channel gas detection controller from Bacharach is designed for refrigerant, toxic and combustible gas detection applications.
Developer fined $180K over Enfield building collapse
10 March, 2020A construction company and its director have been fined a total of $220,000 after excavations led to the collapse of a neighbouring building.
Fanquip portable blower/extractor range
26 February, 2020 | Supplied by: FanquipFanquip portable blower extractors are designed to be used for a range of applications that require ventilation of confined spaces.
Know the steps: key elements of a confined space procedure
04 November, 2019 by Ash Mayor* | Supplied by: 3M Safety & GraphicsPlanning, accessing, working safely in and around and rescuing from a confined space are the key elements of confined space safety, as Ash Mayor explains.
Factors in an effective confined space rescue plan
23 September, 2019 by Paul Bozkurt* | Supplied by: Paramount SafetyWorking in confined spaces comes with significant hazards, making rescue plans imperative. LINQ Height Safety's Paul Bozkurt outlines some key factors.
Managing diesel engine exhaust in underground mines
19 August, 2019Australian research into physical and chemical properties of nano diesel particles in an underground mine considers potential health effects on workers.
Emerson Rosemount 628 Universal Gas Sensor
10 July, 2019 | Supplied by: Emerson Automation SolutionsEmerson Rosemount 628 electrochemical toxic gas sensors now measure carbon monoxide (CO) and oxygen depletion (O2) in addition to hydrogen sulfide (H2S).
Using drones in confined space inspection
10 May, 2019 by Jason De Silveira* | Supplied by: Nexxis Equipment HireConfined space inspections can be slow, dangerous and costly, but the use of drones could improve safety for all involved in the process.
How to choose the best gas detector
01 May, 2019 | Supplied by: CAC Gas & InstrumentationGas detection instruments are lifesaving devices. It is essential that you choose the best product to meet your specific application and working environment.
Ecotech AQMesh small sensor air quality monitoring device
09 April, 2019 | Supplied by: Ecotech Pty LtdThe Ecotech AQMesh is a small sensor air quality monitoring device.
