Stabilising buildings to maximise construction safety
How the temperature affects workplace injuries
Battling violence against frontline medical staff
Heart disorders more common in stressful jobs
Stressed male workers may die younger
How to prepare for an emergency in your workplace
Every workplace has its risks, from a bookshop to a building site.
Stabilising buildings to maximise construction safety
The stability of buildings is crucial in earthquake-prone areas, leading project managers to search for technology that can assist with construction.
How the temperature affects workplace injuries
The risk of workplace injuries increases in hot and cold environments, according to a new study from Spain.
Battling violence against frontline medical staff
Sedative injections, stab-proof vests and body-worn cameras are just some of the measures being introduced to tackle increasing violence against medical staff.
Heart disorders more common in stressful jobs
Research suggests that being stressed at work is associated with a 48% higher risk of a heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation.
Dropsafe Barrier dropped object barrier system
The Dropsafe Barrier system is designed to mitigate the risk of dropped objects falling at height.
Coutier Industrie fixed ladder safety products
Coutier Industrie produces a full range of products dedicated to the safety of fixed ladders...
uvex pheos cx2 CBR65 safety glasses
uvex pheos cx2 CBR65 safety glasses lens tint protects eyes from harm.
Cirlock CLK-1 contractor lockout kits
The Cirlock CLK-1 contractor lockout kits have been put together especially for commercial...
Avery Ultra-Resistant Labels
Avery's Ultra-Resistant Labels are engineered to take on harsh industrial environments,...
VISIONSafe BOTTLECHOCK cylinder restraint system
The VISIONSafe BOTTLECHOCK cylinder restraint system has been purpose-designed to keep cylinders...
Alere DDS2 mobile drug test system
The Alere DDS2 mobile test system is a handheld analyser for the rapid screening of drugs of...
Ansell AlphaTec 58-735 chemical gloves with cut resistance
The AlphaTec 58-735 is Ansell's first chemical glove with cut protection.
Getting confined spaces back into harmony
The model code of practice for working in confined spaces is far from being national; therefore, companies need to be aware of the differences that...
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Tackling skin cancer risks for tradies
Construction site workers are exposed to UV at five to 10 times the rate of indoor workers,...
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Guide released for safe work in hot conditions
A new working in heat safety guide has been released by Safe Work Australia.
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Heat stress monitoring carried out on NT miners
The impact of heat stress will be monitored at the McArthur River Mine in order to improve the...
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3 keys to an effective confined space rescue
Do you have a documented and rehearsed rescue plan, with adequately trained rescue personnel and the capability to rescue an injured person from a...
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WAHA launches industry code for anchor, lifeline and rail installations
A new industry code for the installation of fall protection anchors, lifelines and rail systems...
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Warning issued over unsafe work at heights, following multiple falls
Two serious workplace falls in less than two weeks have prompted a WorkSafe Victoria warning...
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Tree safety targeted by new project
Each year more than 150 workers are injured while undertaking tree work, but a new project aims...
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Physical resilience in ageing workers
Everyone is getting older, but having so many people getting older at the same time is creating a challenge for government, the economy and, of...
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Take forking seriously — NSW program launched
Following the deaths of several workers, a forklift safety blitz has been launched by SafeWork NSW.
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Supermarket trolley technology rounds up a WHS solution
Billed as the 'sheep dog of supermarket trolleys', a Bluetooth remote-controlled...
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Paramedic injuries could be reduced by powered stretchers
Paramedics with access to powered stretchers are less likely to be injured on the job, a new...
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