Our lungs have evolved over thousands of years to deal with naturally occurring levels of particles and we have developed certain protective mechanisms. But this protection can only go so far. Modern industrial processes can expose us to a myriad of substances that do not occur naturally and we have little or no effective defence against many of these. [ + ]

When managing an in-house testing program, minimising the distress that an alternate result can elicit relies on adequate education and training to ensure staff are able handle the situation as required by law and to provide the appropriate levels of support as needed. [ + ]

A new report released by Hard Yakka reveals many worksite injuries resulting from arc flash occur due to insufficient protective clothing. [ + ]

Two universities researching oil spill wildlife emergencies have launched a global training program to improve preparation for, and response to, wildlife affected by oil spills. [ + ]

Safety in industrial environments between machinery and people is challenging, but achievable, thanks to innovative sensor technology ensuring safe drive and motion monitoring. [ + ]

"I often used to think safety got in the way." That was before Edward Newton fell from a two-storey building. [ + ]

Set aside a moment or two today in recognition of World Day for Safety and Health at Work. This year the campaign will draw attention to current global trends on work-related stress and its impact. [ + ]

This article tests against the evidence an assertion by Shadow Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Anthony Albanese that better driver pay results in improved safety. Is he correct? [ + ]

The literacy levels of construction workers are low relative to other industries, and yet prescriptions about how to work safely are often buried inside long and complicated documents. [ + ]

Researchers have developed a high-frequency radar scanner that cuts through obstacles in its line of sight and can monitor a 360° radius, making it suitable for safety applications wherever people and robots work together. [ + ]

Employees in industrial settings such as factories and distribution centres are often forced to work in conditions that are hot, uncomfortable and sometimes downright unhealthy. For situations such as this, the airflow pattern of an energy-efficient, high-volume low-speed (HVLS) industrial ceiling fan can be used to improve the safety and comfort of workers, which can lead to other benefits. [ + ]

QBE Australia recognised the importance of learning more about mental health issues in the workplace and participated in the accredited training in Mental Health First Aid offered by Red Cross Training Services. [ + ]

Although not often considered as serious as other workplace hazards, slips, trips and falls by workers potentially expose employers to significant liability from both a civil and work health and safety (WHS) perspective. [ + ]

Expected to be published around mid-2016, a revision to the EN388 European standard on protective gloves is designed to help specifiers obtain the levels of cut resistance they need. [ + ]

Good communications, prompt action and the right medication made the difference between life and death when a pest control contractor in New Zealand came into conflict with a swarm of angry wasps. [ + ]