Air pollution damaging our health: report
04 April, 2016While Sydney air pollution may not be on the same level as places like Hong Kong, the effect of particles in the air is still damaging our health, says a new report.
Emerson to supply safety technology for Maersk Oil’s Culzean project
01 April, 2016 | Supplied by: EmersonEmerson 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
01 April, 2016Safe 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
30 March, 2016A new awareness campaign will target safety in agriculture since statistics show farmers are more likely to die at work than any other Victorian worker.
How to guard against compromised fitness apps
24 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Keysight Network SolutionsConnected fitness bands and other wearables, along with their smartphone fitness apps, are booming for both business and consumer markets, but they also present vulnerabilities.
Keep calm and carry on safely
23 March, 2016WorkSafe New Zealand is calling for calm over "scare-mongering" media reports ahead of new WHS laws to be implemented next month.
Control Logic to distribute GE Automation & Controls in WA
18 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Control Logic Pty LtdControl 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
17 March, 2016Initiatives to improve the health and safety of women working in South Australia will have the chance to win a $20,000 Safe Work award.
Safety in Action Perth speakers and program now available
15 March, 2016The 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
14 March, 2016Workers are being encouraged to consider the benefits of an afternoon 'siesta' to combat the dangers of fatigue after high-intensity work periods.
DuPont Sustainable Solutions Online Safety Perception Survey
11 March, 2016 | Supplied by: DuPont Australia Pty LtdDuPont Sustainable Solutions has launched an Online Safety Perception Survey providing organisations with indicators to help identify areas of concern and prevent incidents before they occur.
Work flexibility guide to boost gender diversity in mining
09 March, 2016Launched to coincide with International Women's Day, mining employers now have access to a practical tool for greater flexible work arrangements with the intention of attracting more female workers.
Push for protection devices to be fitted on quad bikes: Victoria
03 March, 2016A new safety approach from WorkSafe Victoria may see a push for rollover protection to be fitted to quad bikes in Victorian workplaces to reduce fatalities and serious injuries.
Air tools leaving industry open to hand-arm vibration claims
02 March, 2016Businesses are being warned that badly maintained air tools which cause hand-arm vibration are leaving industries open to significant damages payouts.
Emerson's $20m safety software deal with Cameron LNG
25 February, 2016 | Supplied by: EmersonEmerson has announced it will provide automation expertise and safety software to one of the first new liquefied natural gas export terminals in North America.
