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How to keep safe around machinery
According to accidents reported under RIDDOR in 2017, 9% of fatal injuries were found to be caused by contact with moving machinery. [ + ]
Leading edge fall protection — defining the risk
With the increase of awareness around working at height, the use of SRLs as a means of effective anchoring and work positioning has also increased. [ + ]
Asbestos still a major issue in 2018
Despite being banned from use in Australia from 2004, asbestos is still causing issues for many workplaces. [ + ]
Storing gases in cylinders… safely and securely
Many Australian workers do not realise that any gas stored in a cylinder is classed as a Dangerous Good. [ + ]
Five lessons in leadership from the Thai cave rescue mission
What does the successful Thai cave rescue mission teach us about leadership? [ + ]
Digital safety inspections the way of the future
Safety inspections on workplace tools and processes are becoming increasingly important as new technology and machinery is made available. [ + ]
What is the safest hi-vis colour?
On an industrial site, workers are required to wear brightly coloured hi-vis apparel in order to improve their safety. [ + ]
Avoiding allergic reactions to safety gloves
Disposable glove use, regular glove changes and frequent handwashing can all have a significant negative impact on hand health. [ + ]
What impact protection do I need for my safety eyewear?
Australians suffer around 50,000 eye injuries every year even though many of them were wearing eye protection at the time of their injury. [ + ]
Understanding the safety implications of ageing cranes
Ageing cranes can pose safety risks, with the potential for lifting gear failure that leads to injuries or death. [ + ]
The hazards associated with blue light — and how safety spectacles can help
Smartphone displays, computer monitors, TV screens — artificial sources of blue light are ever-present, both in our everyday working lives and in our private lives. [ + ]
10 falls from height statistics you need to know
The risks of working at height are often misunderstood by many people, but there are 10 crucial statistics that you need to know. [ + ]
How the temperature affects workplace injuries
The risk of workplace injuries increases in hot and cold environments, according to a new study from Spain. [ + ]
Stressed male workers may die younger
A new international study suggests men who work in stressful jobs may be at higher risk for an early death — but the same is not true for women. [ + ]
Heart disorders more common in stressful jobs
Research suggests that being stressed at work is associated with a 48% higher risk of a heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation. [ + ]
