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Do cobots pose psychosocial risks to workers?

08 October, 2024

Collaborative robots, also known as cobots, have been increasingly permeating Australian workplaces — but at what risk?


Boosting safety for traffic control workers

16 September, 2024

A traffic control company has deployed a fleet of eye-catching vehicles to boost visibility and safety for its workers on the roads.


Truck drivers must be part of safety campaign: ATA

23 August, 2024

A road safety campaign planned by the federal government should include truck drivers, according to the Australian Trucking Association.


Changes to WorkSafe incident notification in Victoria

08 July, 2024

WorkSafe Victoria has announced new requirements for workplaces notifying the organisation about serious safety incidents.


National forklift campaign launched to improve safety

11 June, 2024

A National Forklift Safety campaign has been launched to enhance awareness and promote best practices in forklift safety across industries.


Could the robotic revolution end FIFO work?

02 June, 2024

The mining sector is currently undergoing a dramatic transformation through automation and virtual reality solutions.


Pizzato ES series emergency stop housings

01 June, 2024

The Pizzato ES series of emergency stop housings now includes a version with a raised illuminated guard and an integrated buzzer.


Using technology solutions to boost mine safety

31 May, 2024

The mining and mineral processing industries face complex challenges and hazards that put workers, equipment, operations — and the environment — at risk.


Vic launches new guidance, campaign targeting forklift safety

24 May, 2024

Victoria has launched a statewide inspection campaign and released new guidance to help drive down the toll of forklift-related deaths and injuries.


Zoomlion Crawler Crane Breaks World Record for Lifting

02 May, 2024 by Josh Young

What does it take to break a world record?


Emerson DeltaV automation platform

10 April, 2024

The Emerson DeltaV automation platform features supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, manufacturing execution systems (MES) and operations management software.


Company fined $140K after truck driver crushed by steel beams

08 April, 2024

A warehouse, storage and transport company has been fined after a delivery truck driver sustained serious injuries when he was struck by steel beams.


What to consider when adopting AI safety systems

04 April, 2024

Integrating artificial intelligence into safety software is not a magic bullet — rather, it requires a foundation built on meticulous data management.


Safety warning issued for quad bikes and side-by-side vehicles

25 March, 2024

SafeWork NSW has issued a safety warning for the use of quad bikes and side-by-side vehicles, after a spate of serious incidents involving farm vehicles.


Level crossing safety notice issued for truck drivers

08 March, 2024

A National Level Crossing Safety Notice has been issued to help Aussie truck drivers stay vigilant at level crossings.


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