Case Studies
Safety messages targeted at tradies
'Target Tradies' is helping the Cancer Council and Black Dog Institute reach tradies on the job. Founder Michael Blumberg outlines the initiative. [ + ]
Universities test widely used concrete screw anchors
Australian researchers are using Enerpac hydraulics to test strength and resistance to pull-out failure of screw anchors, Enerpac's Bert Heinrich explains. [ + ]
Meeting the latest health and hygiene monitoring requirements
Cority has announced two enhancements in line with Australian-specific health and hygiene monitoring requirements. [ + ]
Using drones in confined space inspection
Confined space inspections can be slow, dangerous and costly, but the use of drones could improve safety for all involved in the process. [ + ]
PPE vending machines improve construction safety
In the quest to keep workers safe, some large construction sites have found a way to ensure that the right PPE is always available. [ + ]
Implementing alcohol breathalysers in the workplace
Workplaces are becoming more vigilant about the dangers of alcohol and drugs in the workplace, with many now choosing to breathalyse their staff. [ + ]
Pryme aids rescue workers in flood-hit Townsville
Keeping hydrated is important at the best of times, but never more so than when undertaking intensive rescue work. [ + ]
Rail hire company deploys safer technology
With a new rail hire division recently being established at machinery business Kennards Hire, the company was focused on ways to make its equipment safer. [ + ]
Stadium made safer with anti-slip flooring
Safety standards are crucial in spaces frequented by large volumes of people, such as sporting stadiums. [ + ]
Navigating driver safety on university campus
Corporate driver trainers from NRMA recently delivered a workshop to help the groundskeepers at University of Sydney navigate a unique set of circumstances. [ + ]
Contractor compliance best practice
A metal recycling business needed an efficient and accessible platform to improve pre-qualification of contractors and ensure ongoing contractor compliance. [ + ]
Implementing anti-slip flooring to boost safety
Anti-slip plywood can be used to improve safety in areas where there is a high level of pedestrian traffic. [ + ]
How police technology can improve public safety
Using technology to complete administrative tasks allows emergency services to dedicate more time to protecting public safety. [ + ]
Centralised safety management system for growing business
REMONDIS Australia implemented a cloud-based health and safety management system to manage the growing needs of its business. [ + ]
Outsourcing workplace drug and alcohol testing
Safety in the workplace is compromised by substance abuse, with drugs and alcohol playing a key part in injuries and fatalities. [ + ]