Articles
Aussies want workmates to quit the cones
A recent online survey conducted by the National Cannabis Prevention and Information Centre (NCPIC) has found Australian workers believe cannabis use has a detrimental effect on the performance of their co-workers. [ + ]
A time of reform in the forming industry - increased productivity on servo presses thanks to new safety concepts
The Flexi Soft safety controller and the Drive Monitor FX3-MOC0 Motion Control module are allowing new concepts for servo drives in the machine tool industry to be realised. [ + ]
Dying for work: the changing face of work-related injuries
Work is an important determinant of health. Satisfying, safe work contributes to positive health, financial security and greater engagement in society. But there's a flip side. Under some conditions, work is a major risk factor for poor health, disability and even death.
[ + ]Forklifts 'face-off' in narrow aisle
Anti-collision technology that allows users to operate more than one vehicle in a narrow aisle. [ + ]
Flame-resistant fabrics: the 'inherent' vs 'treated' debate
In the protective clothing industry, there has been debate about the merits of two types of flame-resistant (FR) fabrics - 'inherent' and 'treated'. These two terms are commonly used to describe different approaches to producing the FR properties of a fibre. Unfortunately, much of what has been written about the distinctions between inherent and treated fabrics has been inaccurate, incomplete or misleading. [ + ]
Firefighters using thermal imaging cameras
A fire department in the US is using thermal imaging cameras (TICs) as a critical tool in helping protect lives and save property. [ + ]
YuMi robot works safely with humans
Launched by ABB at Hannover Messe in Germany, the YuMi dual-arm industrial robot is able to work collaboratively on the same tasks with humans while still ensuring the safety of those around it. [ + ]
Australians avoiding skin checks despite skin cancer concerns
An in-home/at-work skin cancer early detection kit which is designed to help identify skin spots that should be checked by a professional has been developed.
[ + ]Reducing the reality gap with mindful safety leadership
Marc McLaren, founder and Managing Director of Generative HSE, shares his thoughts on solving the reality gap between the way 'work was imagined to be done' and how the 'work was actually done' in high-risk environments. [ + ]
Trained to keep FIFO mine workers safe
A remote mining site in the Northern Territory organised in-house training to ensure all its staff were adequately and consistently trained in the correct drug and alcohol testing in-house procedures for its FIFO workforce. [ + ]
Can safety be profitable?
The 'law of diminishing returns' needs to be considered if profitable safety is to be achieved. [ + ]
Shining a light on safer emergency lighting
Research at Deakin University shines a beacon on better, safer emergency lighting. [ + ]
How safe is your car park?
Car parks are often unassuming facilities, but they can be hazardous environments due to their high level of vehicle and pedestrian activity and must be managed with extreme care. [ + ]
Equipment designed to reduce manual handling injuries
One in three injuries to Australian workers is caused by manual handling. Manual handling injuries are not limited to those sustained by lifting or carrying heavy loads. A person can be injured when handling objects in a variety of ways, including pulling, pushing, holding or restraining. [ + ]
OHS Leaders Summit this month
Workplace health and safety will be the primary concentration at the OHS Leaders Summit, which is being held from 17-19 March at the Intercontinental Sanctuary Cove in Queensland. [ + ]
