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Disciplinary actions taken against Qld electrical licence holders
In November and December 2021, Queensland's Electrical Licensing Committee took disciplinary actions against 14 licence holders. [ + ]
Melbourne to host Workplace Health & Safety Show in May
The Workplace Health & Safety Show will enable industry leaders and innovators to meet face to face in Melbourne, from 25–26 May 2022. [ + ]
Fit for work: why gender-biased workwear is unsafe
Personal protective equipment, in the form of clothing or footwear, should be made to fit both women and men in equal fashion. [ + ]
AMW 2022 — Where technology meets innovation
Under the theme 'Where technology meets innovation', AMW 2022 will take place at the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) at Darling Harbour from 7–10 June 2022. [ + ]
P2 trifold respirator: how to correctly fit
Follow these fitting instructions on how to get an effective seal on a trifold respirator. [ + ]
CMMS software: centralising compliance in industrial transport
Computerised maintenance management systems software allows companies to oversee equipment and store important safety information in a centralised digital hub. [ + ]
Crane compliance: safer handling through survey, review and training
Crane compliance is a complex task. However, through independent, expert external survey, review and training, the process can be made simpler. [ + ]
Ladder safety systems vs ladder cages: the new shift
Only a ladder (caged or otherwise) fitted with a fall arrest system will provide long-term safe access for workers in a way that will minimise the risks involved in climbing. [ + ]
Silica dust: the tiny protagonist injuring Australians
Silica dust is estimated to cause over 230 cases of lung cancer each year in Australian workers. [ + ]
Extraction systems for welder protection: a handy overview
Extraction systems that reliably detect hazardous substances are among the key respiratory protections for welders; here is an overview of the systems available. [ + ]
Road-friendly air suspension: preventive maintenance checklist
This timely checklist for heavy vehicles is designed to keep road-friendly air suspension working safer for longer across Australia's road transport network. [ + ]
At height risks in construction: a more holistic approach
Despite a focus from regulators on reducing deaths and serious injuries resulting from falls from height in construction, a more holistic approach is needed. [ + ]
Welder respiratory PPE: control measures and responsibilities
PPE for respiratory protection from welding fume is commonly available in two main forms: welding helmets with integrated respiratory protection and half mask respirators. [ + ]
Strong safety culture: its importance during the pandemic
A strong safety culture is a key goal for any organisation. During the pandemic, how can safety professionals and workplaces ensure that safety is kept front of mind? [ + ]
Silica dust: better respiratory protection is needed
Silica particles are much smaller than a grain of sand and are harmful to inhale into the lungs, making respiratory protection (powered respirators especially) vital. [ + ]
