Machine wear prediction
22 January, 2008 | Supplied by: PANalytical
PANalytical has published data on the MiniPal 4 energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) and Axios-Petro wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence (WDXRF) spectrometers that show their effectiveness and value in predictive machine maintenance programs.
Conducting safety inductions
18 December, 2007
The Christmas/New Year period is a time when many businesses employ new workers or employ people on short-term contracts to cover busy periods
Telehandler system
18 December, 2007 | Supplied by: eQuipment Safety Systems
The 6245 TSA Telehandler safety system is designed to exceed the requirements of AS1418.19 (Indicating and Limiting Devices). The device is a rated capacity indicator and a limiter which includes an automatic tool identification system. It eliminates the need for the operator to select the correct tool and ensures fail-safe operation in accordance with AS1418.1.
Guidance on sharp edges on factory-cut metal reinforcement bar
18 December, 2007
There have been a number of workplace incidents caused by sharp edges on factory-cut metal reinforcement bar where construction workers have received lacerations
Victoria targets maintenance safety
05 December, 2007
WorkSafe has begun a campaign that targets the maintenance, repair, installation, service and cleaning (MRISC) of machinery and equipment.
WorkSafe concerned about Christmas deaths
05 November, 2007
WorkSafe is urging Victorian employers, supervisors and workers to do all they can to prevent serious injuries and deaths before Christmas.
ACT reviews a month of safety
02 November, 2007
This year’s ACT Health and Safety Month saw 188 events place in the ACT, including a variety of OHS displays, training sessions, workplace assessments and workshops by a number of participating organisations.
Two-handed DC electric start
21 September, 2007 | Supplied by: Hawker Richardson
The Stanley Assembly Technologies two-handed start solution keeps the operator’s hands away from rotating spindles and pinch points while using DC nut runners, especially tube nuts. Most two-handed controls for nut runners have relied on fixed push-buttons or extra levers mounted in various locations, rendering the tools ergonomically disadvantageous.
Robotic safety concept
21 September, 2007 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd
The SafeMove EPS (electronic position switch) range of robot safety products replaces traditional mechanical position switches. They are claimed to resolve problems typically experienced with mechanical cam-and-switch solutions like soiling, wear and tear, constant adjustments, bulky cables and connectors and complex installation and commissioning.
Protecting young workers from workplace hazards
21 September, 2007 by Worksafe NSW
Employers should know that young workers must be protected from the risk of injury or illness arising from workplace hazards and pay special attention to the needs of young workers
New national licensing standard for persons performing high-risk work
21 September, 2007
The Australian Safety and Compensation Council (ASCC) recently finalised the National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work, which will replace the existing National Occupational Health and Safety Certification Standard for Users and Operators of Industrial Equipment - NOHSC: 1006 (2001).
Risk assessment still vital under new Victorian regulations
21 September, 2007 by Pilz Australia
The new Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations are designed to simplify safety but, in the case of risk assessments, their release has caused real confusion
Safety overhaul in Canberra
05 September, 2007
ACT Minister for Industrial Relations, Andrew Barr has introduced a range of amendments reforming the Occupational Health and Safety Act 1989.
People with disability at risk at work
20 August, 2007
Australia is currently facing a labour force shortage. As part of a variety of initiatives to help ensure the maximum workforce, people with disability are being encouraged to join the workforce
Multiple light beam curtains
20 August, 2007 | Supplied by: SICK Pty Ltd
The M4000 series of multiple light beam safety devices has expanded to include two new 'Advanced Curtain' variants with resolutions that have been increased to 14 and 30 mm.
