Industry News
Emerson to supply safety technology for Maersk Oil’s Culzean project
Emerson will be providing automation and safety technology for the big development of the Maersk Oil Culzean gas field development in the North Sea, a project worth around US$4.5 billion. [ + ]
Integrating WHS into government policy
Safe Work Australia has collaborated with Commonwealth agencies to work on designing out safety hazards that may arise from government programs and services. [ + ]
Campaign targeting farming death tolls
A new awareness campaign will target safety in agriculture since statistics show farmers are more likely to die at work than any other Victorian worker. [ + ]
Automated robotic production sets new benchmark for respirator safety
Manufacturer Scott Safety has injected significant investment into the latest robotic technology to eliminate 'human error' in producing its respirator filters, which provide protection against hazardous substances like asbestos. [ + ]
How to guard against compromised fitness apps
Connected fitness bands and other wearables, along with their smartphone fitness apps, are booming for both business and consumer markets, but they also present vulnerabilities. [ + ]
Australians underprepared to respond in emergencies
St John has issued Australians with a CPR challenge following stats that only about 26% of us have training or can deliver first aid in an emergency. [ + ]
Keep calm and carry on safely
WorkSafe New Zealand is calling for calm over "scare-mongering" media reports ahead of new WHS laws to be implemented next month. [ + ]
Sitting all day may be worse for your health than you think
Sitting for a good part of your day? Maybe you exercise before or after work? New research shows this may not be enough. [ + ]
First aid for mental health
Workplace health and safety has come a long way since the days of a medicine cabinet with a bottle of antiseptic and a package of bandages — Red Cross is now offering mental health workshops for the workplace. [ + ]
Control Logic to distribute GE Automation & Controls in WA
Control Logic has announced its distribution network of GE Automation & Controls products and services has expanded to include Western Australia. [ + ]
Awards open for improving women's safety at work
Initiatives to improve the health and safety of women working in South Australia will have the chance to win a $20,000 Safe Work award. [ + ]
Underground bolting rig injuries prompt mine safety investigation
Almost 100 injuries have been recorded since 2009 due to roof bolting in underground mines. A report authorised by NSW Mine Safety on this safety issue is now available. [ + ]
Safety in Action Perth speakers and program now available
The speaker list and seminar agenda is now available for the next Safety in Action show, to be held in Perth this June. [ + ]
Have a siesta and save yourself later
Workers are being encouraged to consider the benefits of an afternoon 'siesta' to combat the dangers of fatigue after high-intensity work periods. [ + ]
Fighting fire with science
A UQ researcher and 'fire chaser' has won a national competition for a project that looks at fighting intense bushfires with science. [ + ]
