3M Speedglas welding helmet range
16 March, 2010 | Supplied by: AWS Pty Ltd
The 3M Speedglas 100 Aces High welding helmet features five adjustable dark shades, a high impact rating for protection, comfort and a distinctive graphic design.
Dangers of exposure to direct sunlight outlined in report
19 February, 2010
Safe Work Australia has released a report on exposure to direct sunlight in the workplace.
Guardian Safety ArcPlus electric arc protective garments
28 January, 2010 | Supplied by: Guardian Safety Pty Ltd
The ArcPlus range of electric arc protective garments is designed and manufactured in Australia, based on the NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety Requirements in the Workplace.
Jaycar Electronics QM1592 Pro sound level meter
27 January, 2010 | Supplied by: Jaycar Electronics Pty Ltd
The QM1592 Pro sound level meter is suitable where accuracy, repeatability or validation of noise levels is required. A calibrator is built into the instrument to verify and authenticate results.
Sperian Protection DuraMaxx panoramic safety goggles
15 January, 2010 | Supplied by: Honeywell Industrial Safety
The DuraMaxx panoramic safety goggles are designed for long-term comfortable wear. They are manufactured from a lightweight and flexible elastomer body with contoured fit for different facial profiles. The soft-sealing body also provides protection in harsh chemical environments.
GAAM Emergency Products Firecom wireless headset
14 January, 2010 | Supplied by: GAAM Emergency Products
The Firecom wireless headset and base station is a communication tool for emergency service personnel.
Ansell Healthcare Solvex nitrile gloves
14 January, 2010 | Supplied by: Ansell
Solvex nitrile gloves have been developed to protect workers in daily contact with various hazardous substances by reducing their risk of exposure to dangerous chemicals and fluids that can penetrate into the blood through the skin and then be conveyed to the nervous system, brain, liver, kidneys or other vital organs.
Ansell Healthcare AlphaTec gloves
14 January, 2010 | Supplied by: Ansell
The AlphaTec gloves combine high levels of grip on wet or lubricated surfaces, while offering chemical protection to give workers the grip and control to perform tasks without risking injury from slipping objects or muscular injury caused by sudden movement to retrieve slipping objects.
Warning about dangers in extreme temperatures
11 January, 2010
Forecasts of extreme temperatures for summer have prompted a warning from WorkSafe for employers and workers to plan their work to minimise exposure in hot conditions.
New first aid Code of Practice for SA
17 December, 2009
New arrangements on first aid kits and training will apply at South Australian workplaces in 2010.
Outdoor workers at double risk of skin cancer
09 December, 2009
A mobile skin cancer practice has released a new report with alarming statistics about the high risk of skin cancer to outdoor workers in Australia.
Ensuring respiratory PPE actually protects workers
02 December, 2009 by Paul Stathis
All humans differ in size and shape, so PPE can’t be designed under the assumption that we’re all physically identical. Some PPE, such as footwear, clothing and gloves, is available in a wide choice of sizes and styles to suit individuals. Safety professionals are aware of these choices and select styles and sizes according to individual wearers. However, when it comes to other categories, like respiratory protection, this biological fact often may be overlooked.
Choosing safety apparel that’s fit for purpose
02 December, 2009 by Paul Stathis
Safety apparel must be selected to suit the applications and hazards that the workers who wear them need protection against. While it’s quite common to purchase ‘one-size-fits-all’ safety coveralls, for example, we can’t assume that one size fits all applications. There are situations where a single type of garment or coverall suits only specific purposes, just as there are situations where disposable coveralls are better than full-blown safety suits.
Defibrillation vital to saving lives
01 December, 2009
According to St John Ambulance, sudden cardiac arrest strikes around 30,000 Australians each year and alarmingly, fewer than 5% survive.
Oliver Footwear AT 45-645C safety boots
13 November, 2009 | Supplied by: Oliver Footwear
The AT 45-645C is a 150 mm lace-up safety boot, designed for various industries including agriculture, building and construction, manufacturing, transport and logistics.
