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Identifying dangerous structural issues in buildings
Unstable ground can lead to structural issues with a building, affecting worker safety and business operations. [ + ]
70% of workers dehydrated, study shows
Occupational safety and performance in seven out of 10 workers is negatively affected by heat stress and failure to maintain water balance. [ + ]
Risky roads: driving innovations of the future
From grey fleets to CAVs, managing vehicle-related risks is just as important as managing other workplace risks. [ + ]
Procedures for entering confined space
Confined space entry procedures are critical; before any worker enters a permit-required confined space, a system of procedures and precautions must be followed. [ + ]
Choosing the right chemical protective clothing for the job
Standards play a huge role in helping the user select the right garment for chemical protection. [ + ]
How to improve safety around forklifts
Forklifts pose several risks to pedestrians in the workplace, and following these four tips can help to keep people safe. [ + ]
Finding a safer way to pump wastewater
It is possible to improve and eliminate some of the dangers associated with wastewater pumping, according to a new white paper. [ + ]
Road to recovery: returning to work after injury
An arborist who underwent a lengthy rehabilitation process following a car accident at work has received WorkSafe's Return to Work Achievement award. [ + ]
How to choose the right hand protection
Those who work in the cleaning industry face greater risk of injury and illness due to their routine exposure to dangerous chemicals. [ + ]
Drone start-up raises $3.5m
Drone technology has been developed to enable the safe inspection of inaccessible areas of underground mines, while improving the data collection. [ + ]
Navigating recent changes to fire safety
In an industrial environment, building fires can have a catastrophic impact. [ + ]
Safety award goes to HVAC specialist
The Brisbane Airport Corporation (BAC) would like to congratulate VAE Group on being awarded its 2018 CEO Safety Award. [ + ]
Preparing for an emergency
Three steps could help to ensure your workplace emergency response training and exercises are realistic and achieve the desired outcomes. [ + ]
Keeping pedestrians safe around forklifts
Maintaining pedestrian safety around forklifts is crucial on any worksite in order to prevent injury and death. [ + ]
Safe jetty access implemented at coal terminal
John Holland designed the Mobile Swing-stage Gantry in an effort to keep workers safe while maintaining 1706 marine piles across the terminal. [ + ]