Ambient air analyser
18 August, 2008
The MIRan SapphIRe series of ambient air analysers uses infrared spectroscopy to specifically and accurately measure many gases with a single unit.
Gas monitor
18 August, 2008
The iTX Multi-Gas Monitor is a portable gas detection instrument designed to grow as the user’s monitoring needs change. The iTX can go from being a single gas unit to a six-gas monitor, with simple user configurations and sensor changes.
Safety alert on mobile homes and demountables
07 August, 2008
Living or working in caravans, mobile homes and demountable buildings (including converted shipping containers) can lead to a potential health risk of exposure to formaldehyde and other volatile organic compounds (VOCs), according to a safety alert issued by Comcare.
Hydrogen sulfide monitor
01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Allara Instrument Hire
The T40 Rattler is a single gas monitor designed to protect personnel from dangerous hydrogen sulfide gas exposure in extreme conditions. The unit is suitable for applications in such diverse climates as the desert or the arctic.
Safe field calibration
01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty Ltd
The ATEX and IECEx certified Beamex MC2-IS Intrinsically Safe Multifunction Calibrator is a practical tool designed for field calibration and testing in explosive environments.
Safe design CoP launched
16 June, 2008
A new code of practice on the safe design of buildings and other structures was launched at Subiaco Arts Centre (WA) recently.
Worker representatives vital for offshore safety
12 May, 2008
Health and safety representatives play a pivotal role in keeping offshore oil and gas facilities safe and it is important they fully understand their role and the relevant legislation, according to Australia’s National Offshore Petroleum Safety Authority (NOPSA).
Air quality monitoring and information recording instrument
22 April, 2008 | Supplied by: Kenelec Scientific Pty Ltd
YESair is a sophisticated, multi-sensor air quality monitoring and information recording instrument which simultaneously measures and records temperature, relative humidity and CO2 levels.
Toxic gas sensors
21 April, 2008 | Supplied by: Air Met Scientific Pty Ltd
The Bionics toxic gas sensors are available for the detection of a wide range of toxic, corrosive and flammable gases.
The detectors are housed in IP65-rated cases, allowing installation in both outdoors and harsh environments.
Queensland appoints mine inspection staff
25 March, 2008
The Queensland government has recently appointed four new mines inspection staff to help strengthen and improve the safety and health performance of the mining industry.
Investigation into alleged ARREO breaches
18 February, 2008
An investigation is underway into alleged breaches of a health and safety law which allows court-authorised union representatives to visit workplaces to enquire into safety concerns.
Methane analyser for engines
22 January, 2008 | Supplied by: Ampcontrol Electronics
Austech Instruments has custom designed a methane analyser for monitoring the concentration of methane fed to engine modules, particularly those installed in power stations supplied by landfill waste gas or coal seam methane.
Sulfur hexafluoride detector
22 January, 2008 | Supplied by: Ampcontrol Pty Ltd
The Austech SF6 leak detector is an extractive gas sampling system designed for the continuous detection and monitoring of sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) gas leaks. The product houses an in-built gas sensor which is designed to enhance the detection sensitivity of SF6.
Underground safety communication technology
22 January, 2008 | Supplied by: Mine Site Technologies Pty Ltd
Sydney company Tiller + Tiller has developed an underground communications technology for the mining industry. The technology is for use on the integrated communications cap lamp (ICCL), which is a lightweight cap lamp developed to incorporate a range of communications and safety technologies.
Mine collapse enquiries
08 January, 2008
The Victorian Minister for Energy and Resources, Peter Batchelor, recently initiated two government inquiries into the Yallourn mine collapse in November.
