Personal protection equipment

Lifestyle Industries CarbonMax technology in Wolverine Guardian work boot

05 October, 2011 | Supplied by: Phoenix Leisure Group

Lifestyle Industries will present CarbonMax technology in its Wolverine Guardian work boot line at the Sydney Safety Show.


Riverina Workwear Exelite Lumi-Light lightweight harness

04 October, 2011 | Supplied by: Riverina Workwear

The Exelite Lumi-Light lightweight harness uses electro-luminescent lamp strips as its light source to protect workers where there is a risk of moving machinery in low-lit areas. These lights are powered by rechargeable Li-Ion or NiMH high-capacity batteries, and they have three operational modes (constant on/slow blink/fast blink). Exelite products generate their own vibrant light, which can be seen from a distance of up to 800 m.


Diplomat blades HexArmor HEX-4021x GGT5 gloves

04 October, 2011 | Supplied by: Diplomat Blades Aust Pty Ltd

The HexArmor HEX-4021x GGT5 mud grip gloves are suitable for the oil and gas industry. The Gator grip technology is a design platform that combines high-performance materials engineered to provide cut and puncture protection. They also provide strong grip in light and medium oil situations.


Ansell Touch N Tuff splash-resistant gloves

04 October, 2011 | Supplied by: Ansell

The Touch N Tuff gloves are designed to protect workers from chemical splashes. They have been extensively tested for protection from commonly used hazardous industrial chemicals by the independent European laboratory Centexbel. The test results have shown a high level of protection for workers in industries such as chemicals, cosmetics manufacturing, automotive production, laboratories and pharmaceutical industries, as well as food processing, dry cleaning, cleaning products, inks and dyes.


Tommyco Eliminator 777 Gel All Terrain knee pad

03 October, 2011 | Supplied by: Master Distributors Pty Ltd

The Eliminator 777 Gel All Terrain knee pad from Tommyco has a calf muscle fastening system combined with the company’s Gel technology and pressure-dispersing covers that allow users to disperse their bodyweight evenly to avoid unnecessary spine pressure.


Honeywell safety goggles

03 October, 2011 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process Solutions

The safety goggles with Durastreme coating technology provide increased eye protection. The Durastreme coating combines the benefits of industrial anti-fog and anti-scratch coatings onto a single lens. The anti-fog layer on the inside prevents lens fogging, allowing workers to see clearly at all times in humid and other difficult work environments, while the durable anti scratch coating on the outside protects against harsh elements.


Honeywell Leightning LON neckband

30 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process Solutions

The Leightning LON neckband is suitable for situations where compact earmuffs and reliable noise-blocking protection is required. The product comprises Leightning Ultraslim earmuffs and Bilsom Air Flow Control technology, which delivers optimal attenuation and provides consistent noise diminution across a range of frequencies, including low frequencies.


Tiger Grip Safety Cap Overshoes

30 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Tiger Grip Australia Pty Ltd

The Safety Cap Overshoes feature a non-slip sole that provides protection against slips and falls on wet, oily and greasy surfaces. The overshoes are designed for visitors of factories, workshops, work sites, kitchens and laboratories.


Project: Evaluate and manage driver fatigue to prevent accidents

30 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Optalert Pty Ltd

After using some trial and error systems for reviewing driver fatigue that didn’t reflect the experience of mining operations, Australian metal mining and exploration company, Perilya, discovered Optalert. Some interesting results emerged from the trial, which involved around 12 drivers. The trial allowed Perilya to gather hard data to indicate that their drivers are not suffering from fatigue and their roster was suitable. The Optalert Fatigue Risk Profiler system detects the early onset of drowsiness during a journey by accurately measuring a person’s level of alertness.


Pivotel Australia Iridium Extreme satellite phone

27 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Pivotel Satellite Pty Ltd

The Iridium Extreme is claimed to be the first satellite handset in the world to feature a dedicated two-way emergency SOS button expected to revolutionise emergency communications in remote Australia


Vision Safe Tanami hat

23 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Vision Safe

The Tanami hat, with a 50+ ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) rating, is designed for outdoor work in harsh Australian conditions.


DuPont Proshield 10 protective clothing

19 September, 2011 | Supplied by: DuPont Australia Pty Ltd

The DuPont Proshield 10 protective clothing solution complements the Tyvek and Tychem product portfolios. It provides protection against type 5 and 6 exposures.


DuPont Tychem TK chemical barrier

14 September, 2011 | Supplied by: DuPont Australia Pty Ltd

The Tychem TK chemical barrier can be used for protection against toxic, corrosive gases, liquids and solid chemicals. The high-performance chemical barrier fabric is suitable for industrial, HazMat and domestic preparedness applications. The barrier offers protection over a wide range of chemicals.


PPE guidelines for electrical workers

24 August, 2011 | Supplied by: Elliott Australia Pty Ltd

Guidelines on PPE to be worn by electrical workers are detailed in AS/NZS 4863:2011.


Are you wearing the right PPE?

24 August, 2011 | Supplied by: Honeywell Industrial Safety

According to WorkSafe Victoria, from 1985 to 2008, over $19 billion was paid out in workers compensations claims as a result of injuries sustained in the workplace. And with over 29,000 cases of workplace injuries reported in Victoria in 2007/08 alone, it is little wonder that employers are continually reassessing their OHS standards and requirements to create a safer working environment.


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