Hazardous goods

Dusts, fumes and fibres campaign uncovers lack of awareness of hazards

30 June, 2009

A 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.


US campaign against lead

30 June, 2009

The US Department of Labor's OSHA launches regional program to reduce lead exposure in the workplace.


Gas cylinder lockers

09 June, 2009 | Supplied by: PBA Safety

The No Rust system provides a solution for safely securing LPG and compressed gas cylinders.


Safety tools

09 June, 2009 | Supplied by: R.A Venn Pty Ltd

The 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 | Supplied by: Enware Australia Pty Ltd

The 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.


Flood containment barrier

09 June, 2009 | Supplied by: Fire Fighting Technologies International Pty Ltd

The Beaver Flood Barrier offers protection against flooding and large spills. It consists of two flexible PVC tubes laid side by side, permanently joined to form a twin element with static stability. The product is available in varying lengths and heights.


Explosion-proof containment

09 June, 2009 | Supplied by: Pro Quip International Pty Ltd

The Deto-Stop explosion prevention system uses an aluminium alloy mesh to provide protection from explosive combustion in tanks and vessels containing flammable liquids or gases.


Automatic scrubber dryer

09 June, 2009 | Supplied by: Tennant Australia Pty Ltd

The T2 walk-behind battery-operated automatic scrubber-dryer cleans and dries small congested spaces in one pass to increase cleanliness and environmental safety.


Hydrocarbon clean-up agent

09 June, 2009 | Supplied by: CI Agent Solutions Asia Pacific

CI Agent spill cleaner is a polymer technology developed to provide an environmentally friendly solution for prevention, clean-up and disposal of all hydrocarbon spills on land and water.


Sanitising mat

09 June, 2009 | Supplied by: The General Mat Company

The Sanitising Foot Bath Mat is designed to keep hygienic areas free of contamination and germs.


Ground signage

09 June, 2009 | Supplied by: Concrete Graphics Australia

Concrete Graphics ground signage is printed on an aluminium foil backing which moulds to the surface of the ground and forms to grooves and crevasses, giving the appearance of painted concrete.


General-purpose absorbent

09 June, 2009 | Supplied by: Spill Station Australia

Sukerup organic absorbent is 100% organic and contains no chemical residues. It is made from ground coconut husk milled to a particle size that allows maximum absorption.


Tobin Saline Solution eyewash station

09 June, 2009 | Supplied by: Enware Australia Pty Ltd

The Tobin Saline Solution eye protection system provides a first response tool to chemical injury in workplaces, supplementing primary eyewash stations and emergency showers.


World Bank warns of asbestos hazards

25 May, 2009

The 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, 2009

Australian unions warn that nanotechnologies pose possible health and safety risks to workers and therefore regulation is needed.


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