$90K fine after grout gun left apprentice with 5% vision
27 July, 2026The young adult apprentice was not provided with adequate personal protective equipment and subsequently had the eye removed (voluntarily).
The glove paradox: why procurement should buy hand-protection outcomes, not SKUs
23 July, 2026 | Supplied by: Mechanix Wear Asia Pacific Pty LtdFor procurement leaders, hand protection should be treated as a risk-engineering decision, not a consumable purchase.
Australian CDC provides doctors with updated silica dust guidance
21 July, 2026Outlining best practices for health assessments and monitoring, it spans available evidence, clinical evaluation strategies and collaborative decision making with patients.
CenTrak Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Multi-Mode staff badge
16 July, 2026 | Supplied by: CenTrakThe CenTrak Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Multi-Mode staff badge is an RTLS duress solution designed for reliability in high-pressure environments.
M1 SCBA platform for mining
07 July, 2026 | Supplied by: MSA Australia Pty LtdThe M1 SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) platform for mining is engineered to reduce fatigue, speed cleaning and improve fleet uptime, across underground, shutdowns, emergency response and confined space entry.
SmallTalk respirator in-mask communication device
01 July, 2026 | Supplied by: Safety Equipment Australia Pty LtdThe SmallTalk in-mask communication device is designed to deliver clear, amplified speech without compromising protection.
High-risk underground safety prototype in 48 hours
30 June, 2026 | Supplied by: Monash UniversityIn a 48-hour hackathon, Australian university students created a wearable tracking and navigation system for high-risk underground settings such as caves and mines.
Safety of welding processes — have your say
02 June, 2026Until 12 July, Safe Work Australia is inviting consultation on potential options to strengthen how welding processes are regulated.
Lone worker solution drives on agentic workflows
26 May, 2026 | Supplied by: ZetifiAn Australian wireless technology company has launched a Microsoft-native connected fleet technology solution for lone worker safety.
Why women's PPE is critical to workplace safety and readiness
18 May, 2026 | Supplied by: AvettaPPE is not one size fits all. Yet too many women are still issued equipment designed on a male default, resulting in poor fit, reduced protection and avoidable risk.
Zetifi Connected Fleet Safety Platform
29 April, 2026 | Supplied by: ZetifiThe Zetifi Connected Fleet Safety Platform is designed to help organisations with distributed and mobile workforces manage driver safety and WHS risk.
MARTOR Australia SECUMAX 370 concealed blade safety knife
29 April, 2026 | Supplied by: Martor AustraliaThe MARTOR Australia SECUMAX 370 is a concealed blade safety knife designed for cutting thick cardboard in warehouse and distribution environments.
Mechanix Wear SpeedKnit ECO Cut and Impact glove
28 April, 2026 | Supplied by: Mechanix Wear Asia Pacific Pty LtdThe Mechanix Wear SpeedKnit SD5EP-08 is a high-dexterity safety glove engineered to deliver superior cut, abrasion and impact protection for a wide range of work environments.
Remote monitoring aids roadside culvert safety in Far North Queensland
20 April, 2026 | Supplied by: Omniflex (Australia) Pty LtdA remote monitoring and control solution designed to operate in the complete absence of mains power and cellular coverage has been delivered in Queensland.
Upgraded Sundström SR100 Half‑Face Respirator
01 April, 2026 | Supplied by: Safety Equipment Australia Pty LtdThe upgraded Sundström SR100 half‑face respirator has been developed to deliver consistent respiratory protection while supporting user comfort across varied industrial environments.
