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Stressed male workers may die younger
A new international study suggests men who work in stressful jobs may be at higher risk for an early death — but the same is not true for women. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
Why industrial manslaughter laws are unlikely to save lives in the workplace
In May, it was announced that a re-elected Victorian Labor government would legislate for a new criminal offence of workplace manslaughter. [ + ]
Increased safety for direct drives
Hollow shaft, multiturn, safety: the new motor feedback systems in the SES/SEM product family from SICK. [ + ]
Respiratory protection
Human lungs have evolved over thousands of years to deal with naturally occurring levels of particles — such as dusts, pollens, small pieces of vegetation and seeds. [ + ]
If your welding boots have laces, they are not welding boots
Laces on foot protection introduce a hazard to the welder and should therefore be avoided. [ + ]
Safety without the need for protective fences
With the help of safety laser scanners, a machinery engineer has ensured the safe operation of a robot on an injection moulding machine. [ + ]
How your building could promote better employee performance
A well-designed working layout and 'green' working environment can increase organisational productivity by 19%, according to new research. [ + ]
Future workplaces for health and wellbeing
With healthier employees up to three times more effective than less healthy employees, we take a look at the changing face of workplaces. [ + ]
Dead tired: the dangers of fatigued driving
Sleep is a basic biological need, so it is no wonder that tiredness is one the three biggest killers on NSW roads, contributing to 17% of crashes. [ + ]
Will your drug and alcohol policy stand up in court?
Before implementing a drug and alcohol program into the workplace, you must have appropriate policies, procedures and support services in place. [ + ]
Choosing the right hearing protection for the job
With 3400 successful workers compensation claims each year the result of hearing damage at work, choosing the right type of PPE is critical for protecting ears in a noisy workplace. [ + ]
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 confined space if an emergency occurs? [ + ]
Are you cleaning your height safety gear properly?
In order to increase the life and compliance of height safety PPE, the equipment should be regularly cleaned. [ + ]
