BOC Gases Escape and Weld Guard durable boots
22 September, 2010 | Supplied by: BOC Limited
The Escape and Weld Guard durable welding boots meet Australian and New Zealand standards and offer safety and protection.
Trelleborg Trellchem NEO protective garment
22 September, 2010 | Supplied by: Trelleborg Sealing Solutions
The Trellchem NEO protective garment utilises a laminate material to create a lightweight Level A suit with strength, integrity and chemical resistance. Its chemical barrier is embedded on the inside of the suit material, giving added protection from both abrasion and scratches.
Working safely in hot conditions Part 2
20 September, 2010
Continuing on from our discussion on the risks associated with working in hot conditions, Part 2 presents guidance from WorkSafe WA on reducing the risk of heat stress and preventing heat illness.
Working safely in hot conditions Part 1
13 September, 2010
With summer coming on, safety supervisors and workers will soon need to give attention to safely working in hot conditions. Part 1 will consider information from WorkSafe WA on how to assess the risks associated with working in the heat.
Meeting the challenges of fashion, safety and comfort in footwear
02 September, 2010 by Paul Stathis
Historically, safety footwear was characterised by heavy boots made from thick leather uppers with solid stitching, steel toe-caps and thick, dense soles. There was no such thing as ‘style’ and the only choices you had were black or brown colour and laces or elasticised sides. Fashion was simply covered by your choice of socks and comfort only came into the picture when you took your boots off. But we’ve come a long way since then.
Hearing protection - does it fit?
02 September, 2010 by Terry Gorman*
In the past, when a safety professional wanted to select or assign a hearing protection device (HPD) for an employee, the data they have historically had available was based on fitting scenarios in a controlled laboratory environment. This information bore little resemblance to the conditions under which workers had to wear HPDs on a daily basis.
Failure to seek first aid for injured worker "outrageous"
31 August, 2010
A Melbourne company was fined and convicted recently over a workplace death where it failed to administer first aid to a man who was struck by a forklift and later died.
Occupational noise-induced hearing loss
30 August, 2010
Safe Work Australia recently launched a publication on overcoming barriers to effective noise control and hearing loss prevention in the workplace.
Scott Health & Safety ELSA constant-flow escape breathing apparatus
23 August, 2010 | Supplied by: Scott Safety
The Scott Health & Safety ELSA constant-flow escape breathing apparatus is designed for rapid escape from hazardous industrial environments, including marine, mining, industrial and oil and gas, and vehicles transporting a dangerous goods placard load.
Vision Safe Reader 101 bifocal safety glasses
18 August, 2010 | Supplied by: Vision Safe
The Reader 101 safety glasses provide bifocal vision to enable wearers to see detailed objects such as small parts or written documentation, without having to remove safety eyewear or swap glasses.
EE210 pedestal-mounted hand/foot-operated eye wash station
16 August, 2010 | Supplied by: Enware Australia Pty Ltd
The EE210 pedestal-mounted, hand/foot-operated eye wash station flushes hazardous contaminants and skin irritants from workers’ eyes.
Oliver 33-650 all-purpose safety boot
12 August, 2010 | Supplied by: Oliver Footwear
The Oliver 33-650 all-purpose safety boot is a lightweight, mid-cut workboot designed for all-day comfort that incorporates a quick-release side zip to make the boot easier to put on and take off.
Beaver Brands Dingo safety footwear
12 August, 2010 | Supplied by: Beaver Brands Pty Ltd
Dingo safety footwear is constructed with no metallic components, making them suitable for airport use.
Footwear Industries Steel Blue Collie workboot
12 August, 2010 | Supplied by: Steel Blue
The Steel Blue Collie workboot is a 210 mm high, high-leg style boot with zip sides and laces for appropriate fit and to make them easier to put on and remove.
Mongrel Boots 230 080 safety boot
12 August, 2010 | Supplied by: Victor Footwear Pty Limited
The Mongrel Boots 230 080 safety boot is a mid-cut hiker-style boot that is finished in black suede leather.
