Turn your phone into a lifesaver
12 September, 2013In the lead-up to World first Aid Day (14 September), Red Cross has released a free First Aid App to make learning First Aid on the go an easy option for smartphone users.
Taeki5 Chemical series H201PLUS protective gloves
12 September, 2013 | Supplied by: QS SafetyThe Taeki5 Chemical protective gloves H201 series provide protection in applications such as machining, oil platforms, waste management, extrication work, rescue intervention and a variety of other applications where high protection against cut, snag, heat and hazardous fluids is required.
Pelican ProGear 2380 LED flashlight
09 September, 2013 | Supplied by: Pelican Products Pty LtdThe Pelican ProGear 2380 LED lightweight flashlight weighs 187 g with batteries and provides versatile lighting from a spot to flood beam in a matter of seconds.
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.
