Queensland Fire and Emergency Service extends contract with ADT Fire Monitoring
17 July, 2014ADT Fire Monitoring has negotiated a three-year contract extension with Queensland Fire and Emergency Service (QFES), extending its back-to-base monitoring and service work on behalf of the state emergency organisation until 2017.
Weather prediction tool to improve the safe operation of moored offshore facilities
14 July, 2014A new type of forecasting capability has been designed to help the oil and gas industry in Australia better prepare for the impacts of marine weather, potentially avoiding operational delays and costly damage from unexpected conditions.
dorsaVi acquires Australian Workplace Compliance to drive OHS expansion
07 July, 2014Medical device company dorsaVi has announced the acquisition of Australian Workplace Compliance to increase its service offering and client base in the occupational health and safety (OHS) market.
Security at the NYC marathon
01 May, 2014With marathon security being a top concern in the wake of the Boston Marathon incident, the New York City Marathon (NYRR) wanted to implement additional safety measures.
Digital communications platform helps workers connect without limits
02 April, 2014Motorola Solutions, Inc has announced the launch of MOTOTRBO Anywhere, an enterprise-grade communication platform that allows for seamless voice communication between digital two-way radios and smartphones.
Safety alert - fluid injection from high-pressure water cleaner
02 April, 2014A safety alert has been issued by the NSW Trade & Investment department in regards to a fluid-injection injury from a water jetter.
Alliance to improve workplace safety
28 March, 2014Medical device company dorsaVi has announced an alliance with insurance company Allianz to recommend the use of its ViSafe product in Australian workplaces.
Fanquip high-rate dust collectors range
17 September, 2013The Fanquip range of high-rate dust collectors operates under almost all conditions using technology with an intelligently arranged vertical filter media system.
Ten years without having a lost time injury
17 September, 2013Sullair Australia has announced it has achieved 10 years without having a lost time injury.
GE Australia DNAscan DNA analyser technology
17 September, 2013The DNAscan, launched by GE's Life Sciences, is DNA identification scanner and analyser technology.
Achieving HSE standards at GHD
12 August, 2013Engineering, architecture and environmental company GHD continues to grow the number of its operating centres certified to international standards. Its Tasmanian operations were recently included in this certification, achieving the widely recognised occupational health and safety management systems standard OHSAS18001.
Safety on the subway
03 June, 2013Fires in underground train tunnels can be catastrophic because the heat and smoke have nowhere to escape. A new coating for suspension components may help buy the crucial few minutes necessary for the train to get to the safety of the next station.
Dust: a cause for concern in many environments
09 May, 2013The risk to human health can be severe in situations where dust is poorly controlled. Choosing an effective dust suppression solution is an effective way to mitigate the problem.
Managing fatigue risk through sleep
09 May, 2013The management of fatigue risk is a priority for safety managers across many industries. Jim Huemmer of Shiftwork Solutions looks at how sleep is a key contributor.
Brady opens its new facility in Greystanes
02 May, 2013Last week (Wednesday 24 April 2013), Brady Australia officially opened its new purpose-built facility in Greystanes, NSW. At the event, Seton (a Brady business) had the pleasure of presenting a $10,000 cheque to The Salvation Army for the Salvos’ Youth Support Network.
