Intrinsically safe ICCP systems: key considerations
02 May, 2023 by Ian Loudon, International Sales and Marketing Manager at Omniflex | Supplied by: Omniflex (Pty) LtdCP systems protect critical infrastructure from corrosion, and their design can become much more complicated in environments where volatile materials are housed.
Tips for effective safety communication in hazardous industries
01 May, 2023 by Rick Farrell, Plant-Tours.com | Supplied by: Plant-Tours.comWorking in a hazardous environment means working with the possibility that a dangerous incident might occur at any moment.
Top tips: Gas cylinder handling and storage
11 April, 2023 by Leisa Andersen, Content Marketing Manager, Storemasta | Supplied by: StoremastaHow can organisations protect their people from gas cylinder hazards? Here are some simple tips that can help businesses to stay safe and compliant.
Survey released for workers at risk of exposure to silica dust
05 April, 2023Lung Foundation Australia has developed a survey to help shape the resources for workers who are at risk of exposure to silica dust.
Asbestos removal company fined $85,000 for safety breaches
03 April, 2023A Victorian demolition and asbestos removal company has been fined for working from height and asbestos removal safety breaches.
Tesvolt TS HV 30–80 E battery storage systems
23 March, 2023 | Supplied by: Tesvolt AustraliaThe TS HV 30–80 E battery storage systems will be certified by TÜV Rheinland for functional safety as they feature prismatic battery cells, considered to be among the safest lithium-ion cells.
Consultation on engineered stone ban continues
09 March, 2023The decision to introduce stronger laws to protect workers exposed to silica dust has been welcomed by the Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU).
Safety warning issued after water bottle fire on mine site
08 February, 2023SafeWork SA has issued a safety warning after clear plastic water bottles left on a pallet in the sun ignited cardboard packing material at a mine site.
Search ends for lost radioactive capsule
02 February, 2023 by Amy SteedA tiny radioactive capsule that went missing from a secure device on a truck — sparking safety fears — has now been found near Newman, WA.
HEMCO chemical-resistant island canopy hoods
17 January, 2023 | Supplied by: HEMCO CorporationThe HEMCO chemical-resistant island canopy hoods collect and exhaust vapours, heat, steam and odours when mounted over water baths, hotplates or portable equipment.
Safety alert issued after three hot work incidents occur in one month
15 December, 2022Employers have been urged to prioritise worker safety when conducting 'hot work', after three hot work-related incidents caused serious fire and explosion injuries.
SWA issues reminder regarding transition to GHS 7
15 December, 2022Safe Work Australia has issued a reminder about the transition to the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals Revision 7, which will come into effect on 1 January 2023.
The importance of asbestos medical checks
24 November, 2022Employers are being reminded by WorkSafe Victoria that they must ensure they are meeting their legal obligations surrounding asbestos.
Union steps in to ban engineered stone
24 November, 2022In an extremely rare form of industrial action, the CFMEU has said it will ban the use of engineered stone if the federal government fails to do so.
Coates, LGNSW to provide asbestos identification training
14 November, 2022Coates has partnered with Local Government NSW to provide asbestos identification training to local government officials across the state.
