Personal protection equipment

Could this trial bring us closer to a viable silicosis treatment?

13 June, 2025

Researchers from The Alfred are embarking on a trial of a medication that, they believe, could bring patients closer to a viable treatment for silicosis.


Graphex Quantum Lumina cut-resistant glove

01 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Private Brands Pty Ltd

More than just a high-visibility glove, Lumina combines 18-gauge dexterity with Cut Level F protection, to ensure safety never goes unseen.


ATG Expanded MaxiCut Glove Range with Enhanced Cut and Impact Protection

01 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Mayo Hardware Australia

ATG has expanded its MaxiCut Ultra hand protection range, designed to meet the evolving safety needs of industrial and trade professionals.


The rising cost of extreme-temperature injuries

30 May, 2025

To understand the cost of worker exposure to heat and cold, Australian researchers have analysed more than 2.3 million workplace injury claims across our cities.


Oz-based PIP completes Honeywell PPE acquisition

26 May, 2025

Australian-based company Protective Industrial Products, Inc. has completed its acquisition of Honeywell's personal protective equipment business.


Victoria lays first engineered stone charges after ban

23 May, 2025

After a company allegedly directed a worker to use machinery to cut engineered stone, WorkSafe Victoria has laid its first charges under the new regulations.


Get WorkGear uniform management platform

01 May, 2025 | Supplied by: Get Work Gear

Get WorkGear allows businesses to streamline their entire uniform ordering process through one intuitive platform designed for simplicity and control.


Sundström SR200 Full-face respirator

01 May, 2025 | Supplied by: Safety Equipment Australia Pty Ltd

The Sundström SR200 full-face respirator offers superior facial seal, added eye and face protection, breathing comfort and a higher protection factor level than half-masks.


Early silicosis detection — via a 5 min breath test?

07 April, 2025

A new diagnostic tool that analyses a person's breath for signs of silicosis has the potential to catch the disease before irreversible lung damage appears.


Bool Ultra Lightweight PPE1 FR Shirt with Segmented Tape

01 April, 2025 | Supplied by: Private Brands Pty Ltd

The BW2505T1 Ultra Lightweight PPE1 FR Shirt with Segmented Tape is designed to provide protection against an arc flash incident.


PPE supplier's disaster preparedness gets cyclone tested

28 March, 2025 | Supplied by: TRu Brands Pty Ltd

The recent Severe Tropical Cyclone Alfred led a supplier of PPE to put into practice emergency management policies for the first time outside the COVID-19 crisis.


AWU: "Heads must roll after mass silicosis diagnosis"

18 March, 2025

News that 13 M6 tunnel workers have been diagnosed with silicosis "should prompt immediate prosecutions by SafeWork NSW", the AWU said in a statement.


Since the ban: Victoria gives an engineered stone update

14 March, 2025

Since the 1 July 2024 nationwide ban on the processing, manufacture and supply of engineered stone, Victoria has conducted 326 inspections.


ATG AD-APT Technology hand protection

01 March, 2025 | Supplied by: Mayo Hardware Australia

ATG AD-APT Technology hand protection is designed to keep hands cool, dry, and comfortable during extended glove use.


Non-compliance with asbestos legislation sparks concern

17 February, 2025

Failure to comply with asbestos legislation during renovations and demolitions has put both workers and the public in harm's way.


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