Are Australian workplaces in safe hands?
31 March, 2016 | Supplied by: AnsellA recently published independent report on hand injuries in Australian workplaces, In Safe Hands: The State of Hand Protection in Australia 2016, has revealed that more than one-third of Australian companies are unaware of how much hand injuries are costing their business. It also reveals that Australia's safety leaders remain divided over the best way to measure performance, but agree that cultural change is the key to improving worker safety and wellbeing.
Automated robotic production sets new benchmark for respirator safety
30 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Scott SafetyManufacturer Scott Safety has injected significant investment into the latest robotic technology to eliminate 'human error' in producing its respirator filters, which provide protection against hazardous substances like asbestos.
The latest trends in PPE
30 March, 2016 | Supplied by: RSEAManufacturers are increasingly looking to create protective equipment that incorporates style and comfort, as well as compatibility when used in tandem with other gear. This article takes a look at the latest trends in PPE workwear in terms of technology and style.
Australians underprepared to respond in emergencies
24 March, 2016 | Supplied by: St John Ambulance Australia (Vic) IncSt John has issued Australians with a CPR challenge following stats that only about 26% of us have training or can deliver first aid in an emergency.
First aid for mental health
22 March, 2016Workplace health and safety has come a long way since the days of a medicine cabinet with a bottle of antiseptic and a package of bandages — Red Cross is now offering mental health workshops for the workplace.
Protection from aggressive vegetation
21 March, 2016 | Supplied by: AnsellThe number of injuries caused by hand-operated pruning tools has prompted Botanic Gardens & Centennial Parklands in Sydney to review its hand protection program for its horticultural and landscape workers.
Safety app proves popular security choice at UQ
16 March, 2016Thousands at the University of Queensland are taking safety into their own hands, opting to download the safety app connecting them to campus security and emergency services.
Lone worker safety app launched in NZ
07 March, 2016A new safety app targeted at lone workers, from GetHomeSafe, has been launched in New Zealand.
Ascent Footwear Alpha 2 safety boot
03 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Dominion Cross Pty LtdThe Alpha 2 safety boot by Ascent Footwear is designed for an athletic and supportive fit.
The Glove Company Komodo Mechanic's Glove
01 March, 2016 | Supplied by: The Glove Company Pty LtdThe Komodo Mechanic's Glove from The Glove Company is specifically designed for mechanics to offer durability, comfort, dexterity and fingertip sensitivity.
Narva Eurotech L.E.D Class 2 emergency beacon
10 February, 2016 | Supplied by: Brown & Watson InternationalNarva has expanded its beacon/strobe product family with the Eurotech L.E.D 'Class 2' range of emergency lighting, suitable for light commercial and materials handling applications.
Stratocell Whisper sound-absorbing foam
10 February, 2016 | Supplied by: Soundblock SolutionsStratocell Whisper is a sound-absorbing foam that offers good noise control in rigorous indoor and outdoor industrial, commercial and residential environments. It is suitable for general plant rooms, factories or warehouses where reverberant noise is a problem.
The dangers of vibrating tools and machinery
10 February, 2016 | Supplied by: ProChoice Safety GearVibration from using power tools and other vibrating machinery can lead to the dangerous condition of hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) which, if left untreated, can potentially require the amputation of the fingers or hand.
She's Empowered Alice Cargo Hi-vis women's work pant
08 February, 2016 | Supplied by: She's EmpoweredShe's Empowered has released the Alice Cargo to its women's workwear range, a hi-vis cargo pant with a cut-to-fit feature allowing women to self-tailor the trousers to their required length.
uvex sportstyle safety glasses
02 February, 2016 | Supplied by: UVEX SAFETY AUSTRALIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIPProviding comfort, fit, protection and style, the uvex sportstyle safety glasses range is lightweight at only 23 g and provides 100% UV protection.
