What are the key safety tech trends for 2024?
Promoting and protecting worker safety is a critical objective for Australian businesses.
Heat stress devices trialled on workers
A new approach designed to protect outdoor workers from the dangerous effects of heat is being trialled by University of Adelaide researchers.
Could a blood test identify sleep deprivation at work?
Lack of sleep is known to increase the risk of serious injury or fatality in safety critical situations at work.
Using artificial intelligence to improve site access security
AI has great potential to improve safety across the building and construction industry, by keeping unauthorised personnel off worksites.
Smart textiles for cooler safety clothes
Nanodiamonds are being used by researchers to create smart textiles that have the ability to cool people down faster when worn.
Cirlock GLB-9 Mini Group Lockbox
The Cirlock GLB-9 Mini Group Lockbox is designed for when there are up to four people working on...
MSA Australia G1 Facepiece
The G1 Facepiece from MSA Australia features an optimised balance point to facilitate greater...
Six steps to ensure mining contractor safety
Hazardous working conditions and complex operations demand rigorous safety protocols within the mining industry.
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St John Ambulance, NatRoad launch first aid training for truckies
Truck drivers across Australia will soon be able to access free online first aid training as part...
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QFES introduces hands-free helmet comms for firefighter safety
New helmets fitted with hands-free communications are being rolled out to Queensland firefighters...
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Silica dust exposure sees quarry fined $180K
A $180,000 fine and conviction has been issued to the operator of a Montrose quarry, following...
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Elevating work platforms: a key part of height safety
Working at height is a common requirement in the construction industry, but it can also be a dangerous task for anyone who is not properly trained...
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Company fined after worker falls through ceiling panel
A metal fabrication subcontractor has been convicted and fined $35,000 after a worker fell four...
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Recycler enters $295K enforceable undertaking after fall
A Victorian waste management company has entered into a $295,000 enforceable undertaking after a...
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Building company fined $80K over multiple safety failures
A Victorian builder has been convicted and fined for unsafe work conditions, including workers...
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From pandemic to prevention: companies address manual handling risks
Across all work industries, manual handling injuries (or body stressing injuries) represent ~37% of total workplace injuries.
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Safety alert issued after worker almost fatally crushed
NT WorkSafe has issued a safety alert after a worker was crushed by a 1.2-tonne forklift load...
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Employers urged to be wary of crush injuries in the workplace
WorkSafe Victoria is calling on employers to address the risk of crush injuries in the workplace,...
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Bulk bag stand improving farmer safety, productivity
The United Ag Bulk Bag Stand enhances farmer safety and productivity by enabling them to store...
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