An NRMA report into the impact of smartphone distractions behind the wheel has found over one in five (21%) drivers have been involved in a near-miss behind the wheel because the other driver was using a phone while driving. [ + ]

Canadian study reveals that firefighters absorb harmful chemicals through skin. [ + ]

While spill kits aren't quite like perishable foods, their components actually do expire. But how do you know if they have 'gone off'? [ + ]

Enforcing a maximum temperature for safe work is not sufficient on its own to prevent heat stress and dehydration risks, according to Safe Work Australia. [ + ]

40% of mining organisations have plans to deploy IoT solutions within the next 18 months, with almost half expecting IoT to drive improvements to the health and safety of staff, according to a new research report. [ + ]

There are some key considerations to take into account when selecting and replacing hydraulic hose assemblies. [ + ]

Every year, thousands of workers experience breathing or lung problems related to poorly fitted respiratory equipment. [ + ]

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 course, workplaces. Part of the consequence of this demographic shift is that people are expected to work till they are much older, past the traditional retirement ages of 58, 60 and 65. [ + ]

The operation of trucks, excavators, forklifts and other heavy vehicles in both industrial worksites and public areas is dangerous. Far too often, serious accidents occur when personnel are loading and unloading these powered mobile plants. [ + ]

Diane Smith-Gander, Safe Work Australia Chair and non-executive director of AGL Energy and Wesfarmers Limited, shares her story about what National Safe Work Month means to her. [ + ]

The use of drone technology is on the increase, with companies across a range of industries electing to utilise unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPASs) to carry out expensive or high-risk inspection programs. [ + ]

Only 24% of leaders demonstrate strong safety leadership behaviours, according to a recent study of employee and self-report ratings. [ + ]

As we think about strategies to energise your safety culture, you are encouraged to think a bit broader than what is perhaps the traditional safety remit. [ + ]

Hearing loss is not the only detrimental side effect of a noisy workplace. [ + ]

Kerry Foster from Active Occupational Health Services answers this question. [ + ]