Case Studies
ETU calls for mandatory female toilets across Aussie worksites
Mandating women's amenities in worksites across Australia could help bridge the gender gap in male-dominated industries, according to a report from the ETU. [ + ]
Software upgrades fire protection with standards integration
Brisbane-based fire protection maintenance software provider FireMate has partnered with Standards Australia to deliver an integrated fire safety solution. [ + ]
NSW appoints company to oversee flammable cladding blitz
A major commercial building company has been chosen to lead Project Remediate, NSW's cladding remediation program. [ + ]
Human-centred design the driving force behind road safety
Traffic control devices such as destination signs and traffic lights need to be designed from a human-centred perspective to be effective, according to a UNSW expert. [ + ]
Using digitisation to streamline construction site safety
Vanguard Wireless and HammerTech have integrated their digital platforms to help customers implement best practice safety measures on construction sites. [ + ]
Safety footwear manufacturer raises $300K to support tradie mental health
Footwear manufacturer Steel Blue has raised $300,000 to support the Beyond Blue Support Service, through sales of the Steel Blue Blue Boots. [ + ]
Fasteners secure safe comminution equipment setup
A new way of securing vibrating screen and crusher motor bolts has been developed, thereby saving time previously taken to install industrial comminution equipment. [ + ]
Long-lasting disinfectant targets COVID-19 on work surfaces
A new type of disinfectant, listed by the TGA, is designed for workplaces and other spaces to safeguard against COVID-19 and Influenza A and B for up to 30 days. [ + ]
Standards Australia provides free course for NSW construction sector
In July, to assist NSW trades professionals to boost their skills during lockdown, Standards Australia provided temporary free access to a construction course. [ + ]
COVID-19: Employers face litigation for risking employee safety
Industry experts believe that employers face years of litigation for putting the health and safety of their staff at risk, by providing inadequate and cheap PPE. [ + ]
Safety app to reduce injuries in road freight industry
A safety app, developed by SafeWork NSW and Lindsay Transport, provides training and guidance for NSW transport workers to reduce the risk of workplace injuries. [ + ]
Rope analysis furthers crane safety, reliability and service life
Konecranes' Rope Analysis, engineering assessment and inspection of ropes and reeving systems, is designed to look beyond what is visible to the naked eye. [ + ]
Watering down the risks of silica dust in the workplace
Cancer Council Australia has launched a safety campaign to encourage Australian workers to use adequate protection measures when exposed to silica dust. [ + ]
App provides safety net for lone workers
StaySafe has partnered with what3words to help companies respond to incidents more effectively, thereby improving lone worker safety. [ + ]
'Super' sensors to make conditions safer for miners
A mechanical engineer has designed sensors that can detect early mechanical issues in oil and gas pipelines, making working conditions safer for miners. [ + ]