Potentially contaminated shipments of oleyl diamine
14 August, 2009Comcare has issued a safety alert warning of a potentially contaminated batch of the industrial chemical oleyl diamine.
Washdown gun
07 August, 2009 byInstant visual identification of high-temperature water outlets is possible using the brightly coloured, red version of the Ergonomic Washdown Gun.
Safety breaches have explosive consequences
07 August, 2009A Victorian blasting company has been fined and convicted over a string of safety failings that occurred while blasting at a housing development site.
Using lasers to detect hazardous waste
04 August, 2009Recent developments in laser technology may provide a new means to safely test materials for hazardous substances.
Fire alerts for mobile plant
28 July, 2009WorkSafe Victoria has issued a document to assist and minimise the incidence of fires caused by mobile plant in hazardous environments.
Warning about spraying paints and lacquers in woodworking
17 July, 2009A new document released by WorkSafe provides helpful safety guidelines for spray painters in the furniture industry.
Warnings about fire and explosion risks from rotational moulders
06 July, 2009WorkSafe Victoria has issued a Health and Safety Solution for workers operating rotational moulders being exposed to fire and explosion risks from polyethylene powder.
US campaign against lead
30 June, 2009The US Department of Labor's OSHA launches regional program to reduce lead exposure in the workplace.
Dusts, fumes and fibres campaign uncovers lack of awareness of hazards
30 June, 2009A WorkSafe inspection campaign, targeting dusts, fumes and fibres in Western Australia during April has revealed that many employers are either not aware of the hazards in their workplaces or are not taking action to reduce the risks.
Safety tools
09 June, 2009 byThe EgaMaster 1000 V insulated tools are tested to 10,000 V and tested for heat resistance, adhesion, penetration and impact, making them suitable for a wide range of trades and applications.
Drum dispensing tool
09 June, 2009 byThe Poly-Dolly drum carrier transports 205 L drums and tilts to become a self-dispensing station, while acting as its own secondary containment unit against spills.
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.
