Climate tech innovation to facilitate safe work in hot conditions
20 January, 2022Tech entrepreneurs have developed a wearable device that monitors workers' physiology to predict and prevent heat injuries and deaths.
Coverall selection: handling harmful substances
01 November, 2021 by Drew Dauncey, Technical Safety Specialist, BlackwoodsIt can be difficult to determine which type of coverall is right for harmful chemicals and substances protection. However, there are protective standards in place.
Wearables for Injury Prevention: Evidence of the Benefits of Short & Long-term Use
29 October, 2021Proof of how leading companies around the globe are weaving wearables into their processes and gaining clear injury prevention metrics.
MetalliX antimicrobial coating technology
01 July, 2021MetalliX technology uses the antimicrobial properties of copper to provide a breathable coating on textiles that inhibits the persistence of pathogens.
MSA V-SERIES harness line
01 April, 2021The MSA V-SERIES harness line is designed to provide comfort, with a racing-style buckle contouring the harness to the body for improved upper torso movement.
Hi-vis maternity range advocates industrial inclusion
11 March, 2021A partnership between mining giant BHP, Blackwoods and Co Gear has led to the redesign of women's workwear to include a range of hi-vis maternity wear.
Office2Site reversible jacket
02 February, 2021The Office2Site reversible jacket is designed to be worn on work sites and in office environments, and meets NSW rail standards.
NNT Uniforms Short Sleeve Polo
01 December, 2020The Active Polo shirt from NNT Uniforms features a relaxed fit and modern shape, with a cotton back, polyester front and an antibacterial finish.
Aussie testing facilities fast track PPE into health care
30 November, 2020Two Flinders University R&D projects established to test gowns and face masks have made more locally made PPE available for healthcare workers.
Heat stress death in North Queensland leads to $65K fine
13 October, 2020A Queensland employer has been fined $65,000 plus court costs of almost $1600 after a backpacker died from heat stress while working on a farm picking produce.
NNT Uniforms Flex Waist Cargo Pant
01 September, 2020The P/V Gaberdine Flex Waist Mens Cargo Pant is designed to provide extra movement and comfort, with a Flexi-Waist feature and an internal elastic waistband.
Qld Govt expands storage facility for PPE supplies
25 August, 2020The Palaszczuk government had expanded a bulk storage site at Inala to house personal protective equipment (PPE) by tens of millions of pieces.
Bruck XCELL 260 fabric
03 July, 2020The XCELL 260 fabric from Bruck Textiles is lightweight and available in high-visibility warning colours for firefighters and workers exposed to fire.
MSA V-FORM safety harness
03 April, 2020The MSA V-FORM safety harness features an athletic cut with a patent-pending RaceFORM buckle, for a comfortable fit that improves upper torso movement.
PPSS Group Cut-Tex PRO fabric
27 March, 2020Cut-Tex PRO by PPSS Group is a cut-resistant fabric used to manufacture slash- and cut-resistant clothing for law enforcement and other security professionals.
