WASPs let loose in underground mines
02 September, 2013 by Liz Greenbank | Supplied by: Minetec Pty LtdCSIRO has developed the Wireless Ad hoc System for Positioning (WASP) which can track people and objects to an accuracy of about half a metre where traditional technologies do not work and clear reception of radio signals is difficult. It has now been commercialised by mining communication company Minetec and incorporated into its Trax+Tags II suite for applications in underground mines.
Updated ATPV rating for high-visibility fabric
28 August, 2013Hard Yakka together with Tecgen have released updated information regarding the high-visibility shirts and overalls in the Hard Yakka Protect with Tecgen Select range.
Oliver AT 55-222 Elastic Sided Boot
27 August, 2013 | Supplied by: Oliver FootwearThe Oliver AT 55-222 elastic-sided boot incorporates a wheat-coloured, water-resistant, Nubuck leather upper with the added feature of a TECtuff rubberised toe bumper to safeguard against premature wear caused by scuffing.
Protect outdoor workers from deadly risks
22 August, 2013 by Extract from TecTorque Spring 2013, written by Alan Johnson | Supplied by: Wesfarmers Industrial SafetyWithout protection, outdoor workers in Australia are at serious risk of being bitten by harmful animals with the potential of serious injury or worse. This article explains how products such as HexArmor, Bushman and Para’Kito from the Blackwoods range can provide workers with protection from these risks.
Construction helmet to protect workers from CO poisoning
19 August, 2013Researchers at Virginia Tech have won a 'Best Paper Award' from a prestigious scientific and engineering community for their helmet that is designed to protect construction workers from carbon monoxide poisoning.
Protecting hands in the automotive industry
16 August, 2013 | Supplied by: AnsellAfter a terrible injury at its Geelong plant, in which a worker sliced his hand severely, metal manufacturer Backwell IXL overhauled procedures across its entire operation to better protect employees.
Study identifies dermatitis risk for cleaners
15 August, 2013 by Professor Jeroen DouwesA New Zealand study of occupational dermatitis in cleaners has found rates of eczema among them nearly twice that of people not exposed to cleaning agents.
When you need to be seen - hi-vis on safety helmets
14 August, 2013 | Supplied by: Scott SafetyThe importance of protecting employees and providing a safe work environment has seen an increase in the use of reflective and high-visibility tapes. Whether it is on work clothing or personal protective equipment (PPE), it is a common requirement and practice.
Glove shows its true colours
14 August, 2013In the future, employees exposed to risks will only have to put on a glove in order to receive a toxic substance warning. A textile has been developed that identifies poisonous substances and turns blue in the presence of hazardous substances.
National Safety Council of Australia (NSCA) appoints training services partner (AN 0004)
12 August, 2013 | Supplied by: AnsellThe National Safety Council of Australia (NSCA) recently appointed Ansell as its official training services partner to provide students with accurate information and guidance on hand safety PPE.
Sign and Image WH&S Safety Signs
05 August, 2013 | Supplied by: Sign and Image AustraliaSign and Image Australia manufactures WH&S Safety Signs to Australian AS1319 and international standards.
Protecting workers from heat stress
31 July, 2013 | Supplied by: Pryme Australia Pty LtdPeople working in places with poor ventilation and higher temperatures need to be educated on how to recognise heat stress symptoms and minimise the risks associated with such symptoms.
Casella Microtherm WBGT Area Heat Stress Monitor
30 July, 2013 | Supplied by: TechRentalsThe Casella Microtherm WBGT Area Heat Stress Monitor is a compact, easy-to-use instrument that is designed to measure the heat-stress potential for personnel working in hot environments
DEHN + SÖHNE arc protective glove
29 July, 2013 | Supplied by: DEHN + SOHNE GmbH + Co KGThe arc protective glove by DEHN + SÖHNE has a Class 2 protection (7 kA/500 ms). The high wearing comfort of the protective glove is claimed to increase the wearing acceptance and thus the risk of damage to the hands.
Specsavers Plastic Certified Prescription Safety Glasses
29 July, 2013 | Supplied by: Specsavers Pty LtdSpecsavers has extended its range of AS/NZS 1337.6:2012 Certified Prescription Safety Glasses to include a new plastic frame, which comes complete with polycarbonate lenses, case and certificate of conformity.
