Industry News
New international safety standard closer to publication
A new international standard for occupational health and safety received a big vote of confidence, taking it another step closer to publication. [ + ]
Are you prepared for an online security threat?
Understanding the myriad challenges that security threats pose in the digital age will be up front and centre at the Security Exhibition and Conference, to be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from 15-17 July. [ + ]
7 fire safety tips for manufacturing facilities
The impact and cost of fire in a manufacturing facility should never be underestimated. [ + ]
Bushfire system wins $10,000 in Young Australian Design Award
A new early warning bushfire detection system has taken out the top prize of $10,000 in the Hills Young Australian Design Award of the Year. [ + ]
Scaffold collapses: safety alert
Recent incidents involving scaffolds collapsing on job sites has prompted WorkCover NSW to release a safety alert highlighting the potential risks to workers' safety. [ + ]
Company fined $250,000 over driver's death
A company was convicted and fined $250,000 in the County Court of Victoria this week over an incident that killed a driver at an abattoir in 2013. [ + ]
Loose-fill asbestos guide for tradies
A new safety guide has been released for anyone working in a property that contains loose-fill asbestos insulation.
[ + ]Digital boost to safety
Digital tools to boost safety in the workplace were some of the new technologies highlighted at the Safety First Conference & Expo held in Melbourne last week. [ + ]
Deaths in glass and glazing industry prompt new safety video
A spike in serious injuries and deaths in the NSW glass and glazing industry has prompted WorkCover NSW to respond with a new safety message. [ + ]
Your healthy workforce starts now: 1000 employers take on corporate challenge
More than 1000 organisations are taking part in a global initiative starting today that puts healthy employees at the centre of successful business. [ + ]
1000 receive globally recognised machine safety training
1000 industry professionals have now been awarded the globally recognised Certified Machinery Safety Expert (CMSE) accreditation from Pilz and TÜV NORD. [ + ]
Innovative mining boot steps closer to award
Encompassing a suite of innovative technologies and a range of features not used before in the mining environment, the Blundstone new-generation 980 Underground Mining Boot has been shortlisted for the coveted Good Design Awards. [ + ]
A must-see event for first responders
Are you a first responder who uses critical communications at work? Then you only have two weeks left to register for the big event that showcases the latest in information and technology solutions for the industry - Comms Connect 2015. [ + ]
Safety barrier makes Sunday Times Export Track 100 list
Industrial safety barrier manufacturer A-SAFE has won a place on the prestigious league table for the Sunday Times BT Business SME Export Track 100. [ + ]
Are you vulnerable to process safety risk?
Bringing together senior-level process safety practitioners and regulators across various industries, ProSafe 2015 goes beyond the realm of process safety to include lessons from other Major Accident Hazards (MAH) industries. [ + ]
