Industry News
Australia's first dedicated media channel for the field service sector
Australia has its first dedicated media channel for the booming field service sector, with the launch of Field Service Business, a sister publication to Safety Solutions. [ + ]
NSW forestry industry safety partnership renewed
Industry-specific safety training programs and better information sharing will be some of the benefits to flow from the renewal of WorkCover NSW's safety partnership with Forestry Corporation of NSW. [ + ]
Speakers announced for Safety in Action Sydney
Industry speakers at Safety in Action Sydney, being held from 2-4 September at Sydney Olympic Park, will cover a variety of topics ranging from workplace bullying to driver safety and the ageing workforce. [ + ]
Popping a pill for sun protection - is it that easy?
A dermatologist in the US has provided information on additional sun protection tools that have become available, including sunscreen pills, drinkable sunscreen and ultraviolet (UV) monitoring bracelets. [ + ]
Improving demand for mining PPE in emerging countries
The recovery of the mining industry following industrialisation in emerging economies and investments in mining to support the demand for metals and commodities has brightened prospects in personal protective equipment (PPE) globally, finds new analysis from Frost & Sullivan. [ + ]
Expanded CCTV network to boost safety and fight crime
Ten new high-definition CCTV cameras providing better quality images have been installed in Kings Cross, Surry Hills and the city centre as part of the City of Sydney's ongoing efforts to make Sydney safer after dark. [ + ]
Safety-critical maintenance and compliance at TMC 2014
The 2014 PACCAR and Dealer TMC event is presented by the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) and the Australian Road Transport Suppliers' Association [ + ]
NSW mine safety seminar
The Mine Safety Mechanical Engineering Safety Seminar will focus on 'Our Dynamic Workplace' and features presentations from a range of industry experts and professionals. [ + ]
WA vegetable business fined over worker's crushed thumb
A West Australian vegetable packing and export business has been fined $33,000 (plus almost $1200 in costs) over a lack of machinery guarding that resulted in a worker's thumb being crushed. [ + ]
One in five serious workplace injuries involve a tradie, according to APA's health report
As part of the tradies awareness month, the APA has engaged carpenter Kyal and qualified physiotherapist Kara from the Nine Network TV show The Block to champion this cause. [ + ]
Australia revises AS 4024.1 and adopts International Machinery Safety Standards
Standards Australia has recently released a number of revised parts of the Australian Standard AS 4024.1 Series - Safety of Machinery to align with global standards and strengthen workplace safety. [ + ]
Victorian tradies quiz to test safety and footy knowledge
Kicking off on Monday, 25 August 2014, Victorian tradies can compete for weekly prizes as well as a grand prize package of $4000 worth of tools in the Top Tradies Cup organised by the Victorian WorkCover Authority. [ + ]
Mates in Construction wins suicide prevention award
Queensland-based MATES in Construction Australia has won a LiFE Award for its community development program of suicide prevention and intervention for construction workers in Queensland, New South Wales, Western Australia and South Australia. [ + ]
Emergency response show in Canberra
The National Emergency Response (ERS) exhibition is set to be held in Canberra from 23-25 September. [ + ]
Get involved in work health and safety this October
This October is Safe Work Australia Month (safety month) - a time to promote the importance and raise the awareness of work health and safety in Australia. [ + ]
