Advances in fit test technology for hearing protectors
27 September, 2012 by Terry Gorman, Senior Occupational Hygienist, 3M Occupational Health & Environmental Safety Division | Supplied by: 3M Safety & GraphicsIt has been shown that hearing protectors can provide a suitable level of protection to workers exposed to noise. However, to get appropriate performance from these devices, there are several elements that need to be addressed.
Lutron WBGT-2010SD heat stress meter
25 September, 2012 | Supplied by: ECEFastThe Lutron WBGT-2010SD measures WBGT values (indoor/outdoor wet bulb globe temperatures), black globe temperature, humidity, air temperature, wet bulb temperature and dew point.
Sundström SR584 welding cartridge
24 September, 2012 | Supplied by: Safety Equipment Australia Pty LtdThe Sundström SR584 welding cartridge can be mounted on the SR580 helmet with visor and provides not only head and respiratory protection but also protects the eyes and face when welding.
ProChoice 3700 safety goggle
24 September, 2012 | Supplied by: ProChoice Safety GearAvailable in clear (3700) and smoke (3702), the ProChoice 3700 goggle series are safety goggles that don’t fog.
PPE assessment for mines can improve bottom line
21 September, 2012 | Supplied by: AnsellIs your PPE providing the right protection and performance? An assessment of personal protection equipment on mining sites may positively impact businesses’ bottom line and improve worker confidence.
Rock Fall Alaska RF001 insulated workboot
19 September, 2012Safety footwear manufacturer Rock Fall has released its Alaska RF001 boot, which combines comprehensive protection with water-repellent leather and enhanced insulation properties to -40°C.
CK Safety metal-detectable protective clothing
19 September, 2012 | Supplied by: Detectaclean Pty LtdCK Safety has released a large range of metal and X-ray detectable protective clothing products.
Deb Group GrittyFOAM industrial hand cleansing foam
19 September, 2012 | Supplied by: Deb Australia Pty LtdDeb Group has launched its heavy-duty industrial hand cleansing foam with suspended bioscrubbers.
BOC PAFtec CleanSpace powered respirator
18 September, 2012 | Supplied by: BOC LimitedBOC has released the small and light powered respirator, the PAFtec CleanSpace.
Firefighters to receive protective and comfortable garments
13 September, 2012Protective textiles with enhanced comfort properties are being developed by researchers from RMIT and Bruck Textiles company.
Protector Mist safety spectacle clip on/off dust guard
12 September, 2012 | Supplied by: Scott SafetyThe Protector Mist safety spectacle is now available fitted with a clip on/off dust guard (clear and smoke tint only).
Howard Leight VeriPRO aural testing system
10 September, 2012 | Supplied by: Honeywell Industrial SafetyWith noise-induced hearing loss a serious issue for many workers, Howard Leight by Honeywell has introduced the VeriPRO system, a way to assess and monitor workers’ aural health.
Worker escapes major injuries by wearing the correct PPE
07 September, 2012 | Supplied by: ProChoice Safety GearTom Tieman of GSO Stainless recently escaped a broken jaw, teeth, nose and multiple stitches by wearing the right PPE. Tieman was polishing a metal safety handle on a pedestal buffing machine when, in a split second, the handle was torn from his grip and then projected at bullet speed towards his face.
Automotive technology to prevent accidents caused by drowsiness
07 September, 2012Drowsiness during driving is a worldwide hazard, motivating a number of campaigns worldwide to encourage drivers to take regular breaks and plan journeys responsibly. Automating identification of the onset of drowsiness can help to eliminate tragic human errors of misjudging when it is no longer safe to drive. A Japanese company, Aisin Seiki, has developed an eyelid monitor and identified symptoms in eyelid behaviour that indicate drowsiness in motorists.
ProChoice ProSense MaxiPro (NPN) glove
06 September, 2012 | Supplied by: ProChoice Safety GearThe ProChoice ProSense MaxiPro (NPN) glove features an advanced nitrile water-based PU foam palm coating over seamless, 15-gauge nylon-fused latex shells.
