Underground safety communication technology
18 December, 2007 | 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.
Beam-type smoke detector
18 December, 2007 | Supplied by: Ampac Technologies Pty Ltd
The Fireray 5000 from Firefighting Enterprises has been certified as compliant with EN54:12, CPD (Centre for Policy Development) and LPCB (Loss Prevention Certification Board) standards. The F5000 beam-type smoke detector incorporates the Easifit first fix system and a visual Laser alignment aid to ease installation. Once fitted, an automated, motorised beam optimisation process ensures that the infrared beam is always adjusted for maximum efficiency and functionality.
Vehicle emergency respiration systems
21 November, 2007 | Supplied by: Life & Rescue International
The Mine Vehicle Breathing Air (MVBA) systems are designed and installed in vehicle cabins where entrapment or irrespirable atmospheres are a potential hazard.
Compact confined space gas detector
19 October, 2007 | Supplied by: BW Technologies Australia
BW Technologies has introduced the revolutionary GasAlertMicroClip, the world's most compact multi-sensor confined space gas detector.
Mines safety Act under review
18 October, 2007
WA Industrial Relations Commissioner Stephen Kenner has been appointed to conduct a review of the Mines Safety and Inspection Act 1994.
Toxic fumes endanger Hobart workers
17 October, 2007
The Construction Forestry Mining and Energy Union has accused a Hobart zinc smelter of exposing 100 production workers to a carcinogenic mist and putting company profits ahead of workers' health.
Company fined for gassed worker
02 October, 2007
A South Australian company has been fined $20,000 for an incident where a worker collapsed while cleaning an industrial degreasing tank, highlighting the dangers of working with chemicals in enclosed spaces.
Multi-gas monitor
20 June, 2007 | Supplied by: Industrial Scientific Corporation
The MX6 iBrid is a full-featured multi-gas monitor.
MX6 iBrid Multi-Gas Monitor
24 May, 2007 | Supplied by: http://www.indsci.com
The MX6 iBrid is the new full featured multi-gas monitor from Industrial Scientific. The user-friendly design of the unit features a full-color liquid crystal display and 5-way navigation button to scroll through the menu-based operating system.
Intrinsically safe toxic vapour analyser
20 March, 2007 | Supplied by: Lear Siegler Australasia Pty Ltd
The TVA1000B is an over-the-shoulder portable vapour analyser that offers both PID (photo ionisation detection) and FID (flame ionisation detection) in a single, easy-to-use instrument.
Multi-sensor confined space gas detector
20 March, 2007 | Supplied by: BW Technologies Australia
BW Technologies by Honeywell introduces the revolutionary GasAlertMicroClip, the world's most compact multi-sensor confined space gas detector. The GasAlertMicroClip offers full-function multi-gas instrument performance, with the simplicity, compact size and ease of use of a disposable gas detector. The small size, long life and high specificity of the sensors are central to the sleek, compact and functional design.
Portable multi-gas monitor
25 January, 2007 | Supplied by: http://www.wormald.com.au
The Scout is a tough and simple-to-use multi-gas monitor that measures and displays toxic gases, oxygen and combustible gas concentrations simultaneously. These measurements are possible through selection from a wide range of interchangeable (plug-and-play) smart sensors.
GasBadge Pro personal gas monitor
25 January, 2007 | Supplied by: Industrial Scientific Corporation
The 'dockable' GasBadge Pro single gas monitor is now available with a low hydrogen (H2) interference carbon monoxide (CO) sensor option.
Confined spaces warning sparked by incident
19 January, 2007
WorkSafe Vic has warned employers of the risks of workers being overcome by dangerous gases in confined spaces following a conviction and $40,000 fine for a Victorian timber treatment company.
Investigation of mining death blocked
05 January, 2007
BHP Billiton has refused an independent occupational health and safety investigation following the death of an employee in December last year.
