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Staying switched on: the importance of electrical safety
Over the last four years, more than 2000 people have received electric shocks in NSW workplaces — more than five incidents per day. [ + ]
Protecting hearing in the noisiest jobs
Occupational noise-induced hearing loss is one of the most common yet preventable occupational diseases. [ + ]
Where safety shoes are falling short: study
Traditional safety shoes may increase the risk of trips, twisting and falling when compared with regular shoes, according to a new study. [ + ]
Top tips: maintaining electrical safety onsite
Streamlined operations and onsite safety are essential for the protection of tradies working across Australia. [ + ]
How digital pre-start checks enhance efficiency
Pre-start checks are a fundamental part of any organisation dealing with machinery, mobile plant, vehicles or industrial equipment. [ + ]
Understanding SIL ratings and why it matters
Insufficient and poorly designed safety systems have been the cause of major industrial accidents all around the world. [ + ]
The benefits of cloud technology for manufacturing safety
Manufacturing is a priority sector for safety management, according to the new Australian Work Health and Safety Strategy. [ + ]
Improving safety by predicting mine disasters
Safety can be improved in mines through greater monitoring of wind, gas density and temperatures, according to a new study. [ + ]
Preparing for a psychosocial hazards inspection
Employers are obligated to identify and address psychosocial hazards within the workplace, under the new WHS safety regulations. [ + ]
A pre-construction checklist for regulatory safety compliance
Regulatory compliance assists the construction industry with adhering to established standards and guidelines, thereby mitigating potential risks and liabilities. [ + ]
How mobile technology boosts WHS outcomes
Although nearly 90% of Australians own a smartphone, they are not used enough when it comes to managing workplace health and safety. [ + ]
Working in heat could damage the gut: study
Australians working in hot environments run the risk of gut damage and blood poisoning, according to a new study. [ + ]
Preventing psychological harm in the construction industry
Construction workers under significant pressure are reporting psychological distress and suicidal thoughts, according to a study by UniSA. [ + ]
Reducing the rate of occupational dermatitis
Inflammation of the skin from exposure to allergenic or irritating substances — or occupational dermatitis — is considered a WHS risk. [ + ]
Mastering workplace safety: the power of WHS software
WHS software enables companies to move from a net-zero, compliance-based focus to a synergistic, organisation-wide transformation in culture. [ + ]