Defence physicist awarded for his safety and serviceability work
02 December, 2014A Defence physicist whose work has helped to ensure the safety and serviceability of Australian military aircraft and submarines has won the 2014 Minister's Award for Achievement in Defence Science.
Safety a priority at Total Facilities 2015
01 December, 2014
The Total Facilities 2015 event, being held in Sydney in March, will feature educational development opportunities for professionals concerned with facilities management practices such as fire safety and OHS.
ATANSW applauds voluntary uptake of vehicle-tracking technology
27 November, 2014ATANSW has applauded the trucking industry’s voluntary adoption of vehicle tracking technology.
Driving app aims to change driving behaviour
27 November, 2014The Netherlands-based software developer Decos has released a driving app called Flo, which is designed to provide drivers with real-time feedback. It automatically records all trips, based on GPS data and the device's motion sensors.
Tips for a safer workplace Christmas party
24 November, 2014The Australian Drug Foundation recommends workplaces follow some simple rules when it comes to making sure staff stay safe while enjoying a fun night at the office Christmas party.
New technology to predict workplace heat stress
24 November, 2014 | Supplied by: Katestone Pty LtdBrisbane environmental firm Katestone has launched a software program called Heat Manager that forecasts when workers are more likely to suffer from heat stress.
ACCC will not oppose Wesfarmers' proposed acquisition of Pacific Brands' The Workwear Group
20 November, 2014The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has announced that it will not oppose Wesfarmers Limited's (ASX:WES) proposed acquisition of Pacific Brands Limiteds (ASX: PBG) The Workwear Group.
Communique from asbestos conference
20 November, 2014The Asbestos Safety and Eradication Agency facilitated Australia's Inaugural International Conference on Asbestos Awareness and Management from 16-19 November in Melbourne. The delegates of the conference agreed to the following communique.
Inspire safety talk with a 'Jobs At Home Day' badge
20 November, 2014The Victorian WorkCover Authority wants all Victorians to participate in 'Jobs At Home Day' on 5 December to highlight one of the most important reason for staying safe at work.
Recommendations from fatality investigation
19 November, 2014A safety alert from NSW Trade & Investment highlights recommendations from kibble fatality investigation.
Going home on time can benefit workers' health
19 November, 2014Public health researchers at the University of Adelaide say office workers can benefit themselves and their families by going home on time as much as possible, to reduce work-related illness.
Forklift wins international design awards
19 November, 2014Toyota's 8-series forklift range has been recognised by two prestigious international awards, winning a Special Mention in the German Design Award 2015 and a Good Design Award 2014 in Japan.
Forklift wins international design awards
19 November, 2014Toyota's 8-series forklift range has been recognised by two prestigious international awards, winning a Special Mention in the German Design Award 2015 and a Good Design Award 2014 in Japan.
Sleep disorders found to be highly prevalent in firefighters
18 November, 2014In a national sample of almost 7000 firefighters, researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) examined the prevalence of common sleep disorders and their association with adverse health and safety outcomes.
Emerson acquires Paine Electronics business
18 November, 2014 | Supplied by: EmersonAcquisition expands Emerson's capabilities in subsea and downhole measurement for oil and gas industry.
