How do they test FR workwear?
01 May, 2013 | Supplied by: Elliott Australia Pty LtdEvery day, workers around the world are risking their lives as they are exposed to the risk of flash fire, electrical arc flash and molten metal splash. In the split second when such a dangerous situation does occur, providing the right FR clothing can make the difference between avoiding a disaster involving serious injury, or death.
Wearing the right protective fabric can make the difference
01 May, 2013 | Supplied by: Elliott Australia Pty LtdFor electrical maintenance workers and contractors, working hands-on with hazardous and potentially dangerous energy sources, conductors, circuit parts and other energised parts is a common component of their everyday routine. While there is no substitute for maintaining safe working conditions, accidents - especially electric arcs - can happen in an instant, no matter how experienced a worker may be.
3M Speedglas welding helmet selection app
30 April, 2013 | Supplied by: AWS Pty LtdThe 3M Speedglas App allows users to run through 10 easy questions to find and select a welding helmet that best fits their applications.
Outdoor workers poorly protected from the sun in NZ
23 April, 2013New Zealand outdoor workers are generally poorly protected from solar UV radiation, with only around one-third wearing sunscreen or a suitably protective hat, according to a University of Otago study.
Safety app being used on university campus
17 April, 2013Curtin University, in a Western Australian first, has implemented a free mobile phone app that gives staff and students instant access to the university’s security team.
NHP Moflash Ex signalling product range
16 April, 2013 | Supplied by: NHP Electrical Engineering Products Pty LtdThe Moflash Ex signalling range includes electronic sounders, strobes and manual call points, all of which will be certified to IECEx and suitable for use in hazardous area Zones 1, 2, 21 and 22.
Saving your skin from chemical splash
09 April, 2013 | Supplied by: Elliott Australia Pty LtdGrowing industries across Australia including mining, oil and gas, petrochemical, metallurgy and heavy manufacturing have seen a huge increase in the use of caustic liquids and chemical solvents in the manufacturing and maintenance process of many business. From chemical separations, alkylation, electripolishing, anodising, phosphating, caustic cleaning through to fuel management - all require the material handling of potentially dangerous chemicals that can cause life-threating burns from chemical splash.
Don’t overheat in fire-retardant workwear
09 April, 2013A product launched by Hard Yakka today means that workers don’t have to overheat on the inside to avoid burns on the outside. The Hard Yakka Protect with Tecgen Select is a range of inherent fire-retardant (FR) workwear that provides workers with comfort and protection from arc flash, flash fire and heat stress.
Sensory helmet could mean firefighters are not left in the dark
03 April, 2013A specially adapted ‘tactile helmet’, developed by researchers at the University of Sheffield, could provide firefighters operating in challenging conditions with vital clues about their surroundings.
Workplaces prepare for flu season
02 April, 2013 | Supplied by: AushealthVaccination programs are being implemented by an increasing number of businesses to minimise the impact the flu will have on their workplace, according to health and safety service provider Medvet.
Respiratory protection for woodworking
01 April, 2013 by Terry Gorman, Senior Occupational Hygienist, 3M | Supplied by: 3M Safety & GraphicsWood dusts and other contaminants are produced in various tasks commonly carried out both in the workplace and in the home/hobby situation. These materials, if present in high-enough levels, are a respiratory hazard and suitable precautions should be taken.
Pandemic kit
26 March, 2013 | Supplied by: Wesfarmers Industrial SafetyPandemic kits suitable for use during a pandemic influenza outbreak are now available from Blackwoods.
Narva Senator II LED work lamp
26 March, 2013 | Supplied by: Brown & Watson InternationalThe Narva Senator II is a powerful 3 W LED work lamp which is available in either a flood or hybrid flood beam pattern producing a smooth and even 2000 lumen light output.
uvex variomatic safety eyewear
26 March, 2013 | Supplied by: Wesfarmers Industrial SafetyThe uvex variomatic safety lens adjust the tint shades depending on the lighting environment, 10 s to darken and 30 s to go back to its original state.
Taeki5 52# Impact Protection series safety gloves
26 March, 2013 | Supplied by: QS SafetyThe Taeki5 52# Impact Protection series of high-impact safety gloves is made from 100% Taeki5 fibre.