Case Studies
Partnership to keep workers safe in chemical environments
Global safety leaders Ansell and Chemwatch have partnered to provide greater awareness and enhanced protection solutions to keep workers safe around chemicals. [ + ]
Partnership enhances site efficiency, safety for construction clients
HammerTech has partnered with Irongate Solutions to integrate its site access control technology with HammerTech's safety and quality operations platform. [ + ]
Smart wearables trialled for water worker safety
Wristband sensors and smart shirts are being trialled by SA Water's field-based staff, demonstrating how technology can improve worker safety outcomes. [ + ]
App protects lone workers when operating in areas of danger
Wastewater sampling technicians are using an app and cloud-based monitoring service for better protection when working at remote locations or unmanned sites. [ + ]
Incorporating AI for safer tram operations
Trams on the Parramatta Light Rail network will feature a collision warning system that incorporates artificial intelligence (AI) to support drivers. [ + ]
Protecting lone workers with app, cloud-based hub
Workers can sometimes be situated at remote locations, or unmanned sites, where they are out of contact with other workers or members of the public. [ + ]
Reducing lost time injuries through AI sensors
A retail warehouse operation in the UK, Wincanton, has identified musculoskeletal activity as the fourth highest hazard within its operation. [ + ]
Remote dozer solution promotes safety for Aussie mines
A remote dozing solution has been rolled out at the Cape Lambert Port facility north-east of Karratha to remove dozer operators from high-risk environments. [ + ]
Digitising crane safety compliance
Dropped loads are a common safety hazard associated with overhead cranes; however, using a checklist app can help with achieving safety compliance. [ + ]
Program provides mental health support for emergency service volunteers
An online program has been launched to teach mindfulness and a range of cognitive strategies to emergency services volunteers. [ + ]
Tech to monitor drowsiness, enhance safety for mineworkers
Optalert has extended its partnership with Getac, choosing its ZX70 tablet to support real-time drowsiness monitoring for mining and transportation workers. [ + ]
Companies collaborate to boost mental health of male staff
A Hunter-based company has developed a program to improve the mental health and wellbeing of male workers through regular conversations and coaching. [ + ]
Online resources to support young worker safety
Employers and workers have been encouraged to access the Young Worker eToolkit released by SafeWork NSW, featuring information to support young worker safety. [ + ]
Impacts of rising temperatures on outdoor worker safety
Research from Charles Sturt University has investigated how the changing climate is impacting people's ability to work outdoors. [ + ]
Embracing technology trends to enhance workplace health and safety
With COVID-19 restrictions easing, New Zealand businesses have been encouraged to implement software that will protect people, mitigate risk and meet WHS obligations. [ + ]
