Metal tubing manufacturer fined after worker breaks leg
03 April, 2020Trans Vent Spiral, a Penrith tubing manufacturer, has been fined $90,000 for breaching the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, after a worker broke his leg.
Winching solution keeps underground mining moving safely
12 March, 2020Australian Certified Winches, in collaboration with Hydraulink, has developed a winch capable of hauling 100 tonnes, for underground mining operations.
Qube multi-lift vacuum unit
24 January, 2020The multi-lift vacuum unit developed by Qube enables the safe handling of coated pipes, and loading and unloading through wireless technology.
Musculoskeletal disorders: comprehensive approach needed
10 January, 2020Safe Work Australia has released a new report on the most common type of work-related injury in Australia: musculoskeletal disorders. We outline key findings.
Australian study prompts straight back thesis rethink
20 December, 2019Curtin University researchers have challenged received wisdoms on safe manual lifting, finding no evidence a rounded, flexed back increases low back pain risk.
Tower crane inspectors travel WA
11 November, 2019WorkSafe WA is conducting a proactive inspection program at construction sites until the end of the 2019/20 financial year. We detail the inspection program.
Falling boat injures person
18 October, 2019WHS Queensland is investigating after a hardstand failure caused a large boat to topple over and seriously injure a person in July 2019.
Benefits of paperless applications in lifting inspections
05 September, 2019 by Karl Ahlgren*Having an inspection procedure in place for lifting equipment is fundamental. Karl Ahlgren outlines the benefits digital solutions can bring.
Hazardous manual task risks: 4 management steps
26 August, 2019To help reduce the likelihood of musculoskeletal disorders, WorkCover Qld has released a 4-step guide to managing hazardous manual task risks in the workplace.
Schmalz JumboFlex High-Stack vacuum tube lifter
06 March, 2019The Schmalz JumboFlex High-Stack is a vacuum tube lifter that can be used to ergonomically stack goods with a maximum weight of 45 kg and up to a height of 2.55 m.
C.A.T Series electric forklift range
02 August, 2018The United Forklift and Access Solutions C.A.T Series electric forklift range is designed to provide hygienic, environmentally sustainable and safer systems for all lifting and usage requirements in the warehouse.
Simpro Hiflow bin lift system
16 July, 2018Hiflow is a high-capacity bin lift system that is designed to grip, lift and empty bins up to 1100 L.
Paramedic injuries could be reduced by powered stretchers
20 April, 2017Paramedics with access to powered stretchers are less likely to be injured on the job, a new study has found.
Safe lifting and positioning technology used at Westfield
19 April, 2017The installation of skylights at a busy shopping centre requires technology that enables the process to be carried out safely and efficiently.
'Zero gravity' arms enhance construction safety
03 March, 2017Hong Kong-based company Gammon Construction has adopted 'zero gravity arms' to increase safety and decrease its workload.
