Industry News
'e-fabrics' detect toxic gases
Scientists in Korea have developed wearable, graphene-coated fabrics that can detect dangerous gases in the air by alerting the wearer with an LED light. [ + ]
Talk, think and work safe: Health and Safety Week Victoria
Don't miss your chance to get involved in Victoria's Health and Safety Week running from 19–28 October with diverse keynote speakers, one-day events, symposium and live webcasts. [ + ]
New safety guide for livestock loading facilities
A new safety guide for workers who are in contact with livestock loading facilities has been released to promote safer workplaces and animal welfare. [ + ]
Major mishap from illegal drones only a matter of time: Avinet
Australia's first fatality from the illegal misuse of a drone is only a matter of 'when', not 'if', according to aviation software specialist Avinet. [ + ]
How to manage vibration exposure in the workplace: new guidance material
The effects of vibration in workplaces can be permanently disabling. New guidance material is now available to help manage the risk of vibration-related injury or illness. [ + ]
Does caffeine really reduce driver fatigue?
It's commonly thought that a cup of coffee can give you the caffeine boost needed to stay awake on the road — but that may not be the case, according to a new Defence study. [ + ]
Injuries increase under the sun
New research from the University of Adelaide shows a direct link between hotter temperatures and workplace injuries. [ + ]
Update on international standard for safer workplaces
The ISO's first standard for OHS management systems to make workplaces safer worldwide is one step closer to publication. [ + ]
LED trailer brake lights could avoid accidents: ATA
Installing LED trailer brake lights could mean the difference between a safe stop and a rear-end accident, says the Australian Trucking Association. [ + ]
WA construction inspections find good compliance
An inspection program looking at construction sites in Perth has overall found good compliance in training and licensing but has raised some concerns in other areas. [ + ]
New software managing sensor data in real time
Emerson and OSIsoft have teamed up to improve plant operations with software that manages streaming sensor data in real time. [ + ]
Australian organic spills product hits the US
An Australian-made organic spills absorbent has recently been launched in the United States and Canada. [ + ]
Weekly mining incident summaries now available for NSW
Weekly incident summaries affecting the mining industry are now available every Wednesday from NSW Mine Safety. [ + ]
Fit note to support injured workers
A new 'fit note' initiative to help get sick and injured employees back to work will soon be rolled out in the ACT. [ + ]
Drug and alcohol testing policies now required on construction sites
Amendments to the Building Code have been introduced by the Australian Government, with the code now requiring drug and alcohol testing on construction sites to ensure higher standards of workplace safety. [ + ]
