WA goldfields safety inspections reveal disappointing results
03 March, 2010
A return visit to the Goldfields by WorkSafe WA construction inspectors has revealed a disappointing performance in workplace safety and health.
Beware of the electrical dangers when installing insulation
02 March, 2010 by Paul Stathis
In recent months, an alarming number of workers have been electrocuted while installing thermal insulation into homes. Given the growing need for more insulation installers required to satisfy the sharp increase in demand, driven by the federal government’s incentive to make homes more energy efficient, there will be a high percentage of workers who are new to this field, who may not be aware of the serious occupational hazards they face.
New handbook on using earthmoving equipment near overhead power lines
24 February, 2010
Worksafe Victoria has released a new guide to assist earthmoving companies practise safety when working near overhead powerlines.
Quadtech Guardian 6100 Plus safety analyser
03 February, 2010 | Supplied by: Power Parameters Pty Ltd
The Quadtech Guardian 6100 Plus safety analyser is suitable for electrical products safety and compliance testing to the requirements of UL, CSA, IEC/EN, TUV and other specifications.
FLIR GF309 infrared camera
14 January, 2010 | Supplied by: Teledyne FLIR
The GF309 infrared camera has been specifically developed for high-temperature industrial furnace applications and is claimed to ‘see through flames’ in all types of gas-fired furnaces, chemical heaters and coal-fired boilers.
Ceiling insulation installer fatality
26 November, 2009
A second electrocution death of an insulation installer in Queensland in the last two months has prompted a series of audits to ensure compliance with the requirements of both OHS and electrical safety legislation.
Turck MZB series Zener diode barriers for hazardous areas
13 November, 2009 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd
The MZB series Zener diode barriers are designed to limit excess energy before it reaches a hazardous area.
Contractor fined over drilling work near power lines
12 November, 2009
A WA drilling contractor was fined $40,000 over an incident in which he received an electric shock and another man sustained serious burns when a drilling rig mast came into contact with high-voltage power lines.
Low-profile LED light bars
23 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Brown & Watson International
Optimax LED light bars are low-profile emergency light bars that are available in 12 and 24 V versions and in a number of widths including 0.8, 1.2 or 1.4 m.
Hazardous area power hub
18 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Pepperl+Fuchs (Aust) Pty Ltd
The latest version of the High-Density Power Hub has increased the available power supply current from 360 to 500 mA for up to four fieldbus segments.
Leak detector flashlight
07 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Fluke Australia Pty Ltd
The RLD2 UV leak detector flashlight is designed for use by HVAC technicians, plant maintenance technicians and automotive technicians to instantly uncover refrigerant leaks.
Electrical plug lock box
07 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Cirlock
The PLD-13 Plug Lockout Box is a device to lock out 240 V and similarly sized electrical plugs as well as air hose couplings of various sizes.
Company fined over contact with powerlines
28 July, 2009
An underground-installation company was fined $5000 in WA after an excavator boom came into contact with overhead powerlines.
Safe power distribution
18 June, 2009 | Supplied by: Legrand Australia P/L
Designed to reduce the risk of electric shocks, the 15 A Electresafe power centre is suitable for construction sites and workshops.
Tags for extreme environments
09 June, 2009 | Supplied by: Mayo Hardware Australia
Made from rugged industrial-grade polypropylene, the Master Lock Guardian Extreme tags are designed to withstand harsh conditions including dust, dirt, high humidity, UV radiation, harsh chemicals, washdowns and extreme temperatures as found in situations such as food processing, mining, refineries, chemical plants and paper mills.
