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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Selecting the right safety footwear for the job
26 July, 2013 | Supplied by: Oliver FootwearOliver Footwear’s Managing Director, Phil Hughes, provides some basic guidance on selecting the correct safety footwear to protect your feet against common risks on a job site.
Keen service footwear range
26 July, 2013 | Supplied by: Phoenix Leisure GroupPhoenix Leisure Group has relaunched the Keen service footwear range in Australia.
Physio-Control LUCAS 2 chest compression device
24 July, 2013 | Supplied by: Physio-ControlThe LUCAS 2 from Physio-Control is a robust and reliable chest compression device that delivers automated, guidelines-consistent and continuous chest compressions, helping to maintain good circulation to the patient during transport and throughout the hospital. It is said to significantly improve the quality and consistency of compressions compared to manual CPR - at the scene, during ambulance or helicopter transportation, and in hospital emergency or cardiac departments.
3M Speedglas Graphic Welding Helmet Series 100
23 July, 2013 | Supplied by: AWS Pty LtdThe next-generation Speedglas Graphic Welding Helmet Series 100 has been relaunched by 3M with a new welding lens and harness.
Roamer positive seal safety glasses
22 July, 2013 | Supplied by: Australian Safety WholesalersThe Roamer positive seal safety glasses have wide-angle lenses which are designed to extend the wearer’s peripheral vision.
Skin deep for workers
17 July, 2013 | Supplied by: Pryme Australia Pty LtdTerry Houlihan, managing director of workplace products supplier and distributor Pryme Australia, recommends some solutions which may help with occupational contact dermatitis.
Miller Titanium series welding helmets
16 July, 2013 | Supplied by: Welding Industries of AustraliaThe Miller Titanium series welding helmets are designed to provide the protection and durability professional welders demand when working in heavy-use, high-heat industrial applications. The series is suitable for fabrication, manufacturing and construction environments.
