The increase in mine productivity has led to a proportional increase in the size of the equipment used. Most vehicles have considerable operator blind spots, due to scale alone. Despite the best efforts of operators, accidents on mine sites remain an industry-wide problem. The reasons for accidents are diverse, so too are the collision scenarios. [ + ]

In March, the Melbourne Exhibition Centre will play host to hundreds of businesses working to keep Australians safe. Experts from all over the country will converge to talk about the latest technology and know-how for three days at Safety In Action (Tuesday 19 to Thursday 21 March 2013). [ + ]

Dealing with one of safety's toughest challenges - funding projects on worksites that senior managers never see - fall prevention specialist Carl Sachs* has also become expert at attracting funding for OHS. Here, he shares the secrets of successful investment in safety. [ + ]

As the importance of noise abatement grows so does the demand for better acoustic building components. Scientists are developing new solutions: aesthetically good-looking and flexibly applicable micro-perforated sound absorbers. [ + ]

An international study has found that although personal protective equipment is recommended and worn, many people are still at risk of getting asthma caused by exposure to harmful substances at work. [ + ]

Fifty Victorian volunteer firefighters ingested capsules capable of monitoring their vital signs and core temperature during a training exercise. [ + ]

Electrical contractors, Pengelly Electrical used Evo-Crete’s cable ladder blocks for its WRP mine project. [ + ]

Are you finding it a bit difficult to cope without your afternoon nap or stroll along the beach? [ + ]

By now, all principals should be aware of the requirement in section 46 of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 for parties with concurrent safety duties to consult, cooperate, and coordinate activities. How does that obligation affect what it means to be a leader when it comes to the safety aspects of contractor management? [ + ]

WorkCover NSW’s Crane Safety Roundtable was specially convened on 4 December in the wake of the crane fire and collapse at the University of Technology, Sydney Broadway, on Tuesday 27 November 2012. The purpose of the roundtable was to prevent such incidents from happening again. [ + ]

Outfitting soldiers with clothing that effectively repels or kills insects is one of the strategies US Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists are using to help protect US military personnel deployed overseas against disease-transmitting mosquitoes and sand flies. [ + ]

PCB manufacturers may now have a solution to meet the demand for flash/HIPOT tested (2 kV) unpopulated boards. [ + ]

Leading companies across Australia are now, more than ever, looking for ways of increasing safety for their workforce by implementing and investing in new technologies and services so that they comply with new rules and regulations. The OHS Leaders Summit being held from 19-21 February 2013 at the Sheraton Noosa Resort & Spa, Queensland, provides the perfect setting for senior safety professionals to network and hear the latest from HSE thought leaders, both locally and internationally.

Researchers have discovered that there is a link between childhood brain tumours and the exposure of parents to diesel exhaust fumes before the child’s birth. [ + ]

A system of plastic cribbing blocks is designed to optimise safety when stabilising heavy loads after they have been lifted for maintenance and access. [ + ]