Steel Blue Club safety footwear
16 November, 2006 | Supplied by: Steel Blue
The Steel Blue Club range of safety and non-safety footwear offers executive-style shoes and boots that can be worn from the office to the site.
Cotton work garments
16 November, 2006 | Supplied by: http://www.xax.com.au
Wearer comfort problems can arise when manufacturers do not apply 'long-term wicking' treatments that tend to wash out easily and in some cases, the fabric is not treated at all. This can result in workers who are reluctant to wear polyester hi-viz garments.
These boots were made for safety
15 November, 2006 by Wendy Cramer
There are so many varieties of safety shoes and boots now available, it's becoming a challenge to match the right shoe to the job. We take a look at the different safety ratings and what features are the most important when it comes to shoe choice
Detectable, reusable earplugs
19 October, 2006 | Supplied by: http://www.bacou-dalloz.com/
The reusable SmartFit line of earplugs has been extended to include two detectable versions and one with a cotton fibre cord.
Anti-vibration air glove
19 October, 2006 | Supplied by: http://www.martor.com.au/
The Impacto Bubble Glove is the company's latest addition to its anti-vibration product line. The second-generation air glove features the air bladder technology developed specifically for use in gloves to reduce vibration energy being transmitted into the hands.
Emergency life support apparatus
19 October, 2006 | Supplied by: http://www.wormald.com.au
The Sabre ELSA provides breathable air and is designed to aid escape from hazardous atmospheres such as fires or asphyxiating fumes which could arise in industrial and chemical plants, mines or oil and gas installations.
Anti-viral/bacterial protective face mask
19 October, 2006 | Supplied by: http://www.exitkits.com.au
The Virogard personal protective mask is an Australian innovation in PPE. As well as killing viruses and bacteria, it can be machine washed or autoclaved and re-used up to 20 times.
Reducing risks for outdoor workers
13 October, 2006 by Wendy Cramer
The warmer months have arrived, and with them, higher than normal health and safety risks for Australia's many outdoor workers. Safety Solutions speaks with skin protection experts to find out why compliance to protection programs is so poor
Emergency escape fire mask
18 September, 2006 | Supplied by: http://www.exitkits.com.au
The PAL-30 Protect-A-Life Emergency Escape Fire Mask provides 30 minutes escape time in the event of a fire or smoke emergency.
Self-contained breathing apparatus
18 September, 2006 | Supplied by: http://www.wormald.com.au
The Sigma 2 is a first-breath activated, positive pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus. The heart of the Sigma 2 set is a reliable two-stage pneumatic system comprising a positive pressure demand valve, first stage pressure-reducing valve, cylinder connector assembly, shoulder-mounted combined pressure indicator and warning whistle.
Partnership for foot safety
24 August, 2006
The Australasian Podiatry Council (APodC) has partnered with Steel Blue to promote workplace foot safety as part of Foot Health Week, which will run from 8-14 October.
Chemical splash suit
14 August, 2006 | Supplied by: http://www.elliottaustralia.com
Chemtech coveralls have been developed in partnership with a world class textile supply company.
Shock-absorbing boots
14 August, 2006 | Supplied by: http://www.tboots.com.au
T-Boots has upgraded its range of men's safety boots with the VR series.It incorporates the traditional T-Boots 'no squeeze fit' last with modern shoe-making features. Strobel construction, four-part footbed, shock-absorbing ultrasoft midsole with hard wearing slip-resistant PU outsole are standard for all styles in the series. Selected styles have padded collars and tongues with antibacterial, moisture wicking linings.
Boot covers
13 July, 2006 | Supplied by: RCR International Pty Ltd
Pro-Val shoe and boot covers provide a barrier between footwear and the environment. They keep floors clean from contamination with no need to remove street footwear. They also keep the wearers, footwear and clothing clean, dry and protected from any contaminants that they may come into contact with.
Heavy-duty hi-vis rain wear
13 June, 2006 | Supplied by: Elliott Australia Pty Ltd
The Z40 4-in-1 rainwear jacket is constructed of high visibility waterproof, windproof oxford fabric. The Z40 is fully seam sealed and comes with a removable zip outer liner and a removable padded quilted class D/N high visibility vest. Other features include zip closure with press-stud, storm flap closure and two large external hand warmer/gear pockets. The draw cord storm hood stows away into the collar and can be easily pulled out for extra protection.
