Top tips to improve hazardous materials handling
27 September, 2024 | Supplied by: Workplace Health & Safety ShowHazardous materials handling is a crucial issue for many businesses, given they are responsible for 14% of all serious injury claims.
DEWALT TOUGHSYSTEM 2.0 DXL storage system
18 September, 2024 | Supplied by: Stanley Black & Decker IncThe DEWALT TOUGHSYSTEM 2.0 DXL storage system offers portable, stackable storage to enhance efficiency and safety on the job site.
Asbestos removal undertaken without a licence prompts fine
23 August, 2024A sole trader who removed asbestos fencing without the correct licence has been fined $10,000.
Illegal engineered stone seized after nationwide ban
09 August, 2024The Victorian construction industry has been put on notice as WorkSafe's Silica Field Team hunts for businesses flouting the rules around a ban on engineered stone.
Engineered stone ban now in effect across Australia
10 July, 2024Every state and territory in Australia has now prohibited the manufacture, supply, processing and installation of engineered stone to protect workers from exposure to respirable crystalline silica.
Engineered stone ban takes effect in Victoria
08 July, 2024Australia's nationwide ban on engineered stone has come into effect in Victoria. The ban prohibits the use, supply and manufacture of engineered stone.
SWA releases guidance to support engineered stone ban
01 July, 2024Safe Work Australia has released new guidance regarding the ban on the manufacture, supply, processing and installation of engineered stone products.
Qld asbestos manufacturer fined $1.21 million
24 June, 2024A Queensland asbestos manufacturer has been fined for general damages and loss of life expectancy after a 77-year-old former worker was exposed to asbestos products.
Compliance inspections to protect NSW workers from silicosis
18 June, 2024The NSW Government has announced that it will deploy SafeWork NSW inspectors to enforce the forthcoming engineered stone ban and protect workers from silicosis.
Model WHS regulations finalised ahead of engineered stone ban
14 June, 2024Safe Work Australia has finalised the amendments to the model Work Health and Safety Regulations to protect workers from the risks of exposure to respirable crystalline silica.
Robot dog can 'sniff' hazardous gases in inaccessible environments
14 June, 2024To keep humans out of harm's way, researchers have created a four-legged, dog-like robot that takes air samples from hazardous sites.
Lutz Pumpen B3 Battery mobile drum pump
05 June, 2024 | Supplied by: Process Pumps Australia Pty LtdThe B3 Battery from Lutz Pumpen increases safety and flexibility when working with aggressive liquids.
CLR Grease & Oil Remover
04 June, 2024 | Supplied by: CLRThe CLR Grease & Oil Remover is designed to clean oil and grease spills.
Vic to enforce engineered stone ban from 1 July
22 May, 2024Employers across Victoria will not be permitted to carry out work involving the manufacturing, supply, processing or installation of engineered stone from 1 July.
Lung Foundation Australia commends engineered stone ban
13 May, 2024Lung Foundation Australia has welcomed the Queensland Government's ban on working with engineered stone from 1 July and developed support services for patients and their families.