Case Studies
New app prioritises mental wellbeing, safety of miners
The Australian minerals industry has taken steps to support the mental health and resilience of its workforce through the launch of the MineWell app. [ + ]
Image-generating tech boosts construction site safety
Monash University researchers have filed a patent for technology that can generate thousands of images of construction machinery to streamline construction safety. [ + ]
Autonomous mobile robots boost safety and efficiency
Konica Minolta has supplied two MiR200 autonomous mobile robots to NP Fulfilment, to improve safety and operational efficiency. [ + ]
Explosive-proof LED strip lights the way in hazardous areas
Mineglow's strip lights are specially designed for environments where fire or explosion hazards exist due to flammable gases or explosive substances. [ + ]
Advanced defibrillators win five-star safety award
The ZOLL AED 3 and ZOLL AED 3 BLS automated external defibrillators have received a five-star rating from the World of Safety & Health Asia. [ + ]
Access systems facilitate staff safety for port authority
The Western Australia Port Authority engaged Treadwell to provide new handrails and an access ramp, to enable safer staff access. [ + ]
Study highlights risks of economic growth for WA workforce
Research shows that a booming economy could lead to increased pressures on workers in the manufacturing and construction sectors, leading to a spike in workplace injuries. [ + ]
Revised standard highlights boiler safety
Standards Australia has published a revised standard that outlines the safety requirements for the operation of boilers and pressure equipment devices. [ + ]
Short film generates awareness about electrical safety
A young worker severely injured in an electrical accident is sharing his story through a film, to raise awareness of electrical safety issues in the workplace. [ + ]
Hydraulics-focused training academy boosts distributor safety
The Hydraulink Academy has delivered a training course to boost the safety qualifications of two Queensland distributors, Hose Corp and Nebo Motors. [ + ]
Cooling vest lowers the risk of fatal heatstroke
The ERVest, a medical-grade, endothermic cooling device that can treat potentially fatal heatstroke, has been launched in Australia. [ + ]
Electric vehicle retrofit clears the air in underground mining
3ME Technology has launched the TRITEV underground mining vehicle, to decarbonise and eliminate the issue of diesel particulate matter underground. [ + ]
Hi-vis maternity range advocates industrial inclusion
A partnership between mining giant BHP, Blackwoods and Co Gear has led to the redesign of women's workwear to include a range of hi-vis maternity wear. [ + ]
Report charts factors fuelling global safety gloves' growth
The global safety gloves market is forecast to reach US$19 billion by 2030, fuelled by the COVID-19 pandemic and the rising number of industrial injuries. [ + ]
Queensland resources sector responds rapidly to January threat
When Greater Brisbane went into lockdown in mid-January, the state's resources sector put a three-day hold on regional travel as a safeguard against the latest "COVID challenge". [ + ]