World Bank warns of asbestos hazards
25 May, 2009The World Bank has issued a guidance note on the treatment of asbestos in new and existing buildings.
ACTU calls for health and safety regulation on nanotechnology
05 May, 2009Australian unions warn that nanotechnologies pose possible health and safety risks to workers and therefore regulation is needed.
Companies plead guilty after explosion
20 April, 2009Two companies were recently convicted and fined over an explosion in a Victorian meat processing plant.
New findings on asbestos diseases
31 March, 2009New findings from the International Agency for Research on Cancer confirms the serious dangers of exposure to asbestos.
Out-of-control hose and unsafe work systems threaten contracts
25 March, 2009An injury sustained by a worker from an out-of-control, high-pressure hose could have cost a company millions in lost contracts.
Forum to address mesothelioma
05 March, 2009A new forum has commenced to address the collection of data on past exposure to asbestos of patients diagnosed with mesothelioma.
World's first mandatory nanotech safety requirement
16 February, 2009Canada may become the world's first country to require companies to identify their use of engineered nano-materials, thereby allowing the government to evaluate their risks and to develop appropriate safety measures to protect against them.
Comcare seeks comments on synthetic mineral fibres code
02 February, 2009Comcare is inviting comments from industries working with synthetic mineral fibres in response to proposed changes to the OHS code of practice.
International guidelines outline safe nanomaterial use in the workplace
20 January, 2009A new ISO standard has been released to assist individuals and companies to more safely work with manufactured nanoparticles, which are becoming increasingly common across many industries.
Too many Tasmanian employers know too little about asbestos
19 January, 2009A survey conducted with employers in Tasmania revealed many had very little knowledge about the dangers of asbestos or of its potential presence in their workplaces.
Exposure to lead affects brain
19 January, 2009Tha dangers of long-term exposure to lead have been highlighted in a recent university report, with key concerns over its neurological effects.
New rules for transporting dangerous goods in SA
05 January, 2009New legislation on the transportation of dangerous goods was introduced in South Australia on 1 January 2009 to bring it into harmony with national safety initiatives.
Thermography guide
01 December, 2008Flir has published a free 28-page guide to IR thermography for both experienced and novice users of the technology.
Thermal imaging cameras
01 December, 2008Flir Systems has released three i-Series thermal imaging cameras — the i40, i50 and i60.
Queensland OHS laws change
01 December, 2008New laws in Queensland will enable elected workplace OHS representatives to issue provisional improvement notices where risks are identified, enabling OHS matters to be dealt with locally and promptly.
