Looking after employee needs when disaster strikes
20 November, 2019 by Aaron Goonrey, Kaitlyn Gulle and Cameron Hannebery* | Supplied by: Lander & RogersCurrent NSW and Qld fires are a reminder for employers to review crisis responses. Lawyers Aaron Goonrey, Kaitlyn Gulle and Cameron Hannebery offer guidance.
Cygnus Wireless Alarm System
06 November, 2019 | Supplied by: Checkpoint Fire Safety ProductsThe Cygnus Wireless Alarm System is a modular system that can be used for site evacuation, first aid alerts and fire detection.
Combustible cladding crisis: state governments' response
16 October, 2019 by Kingsley Grimshaw* | Supplied by: Barry.Nilsson.Australia's state governments are grappling with updated combustible cladding regulations. Lawyer Kingsley Grimshaw outlines the response.
'Multi-sensory virtual environments' offer safety benefits
04 October, 2019 | Supplied by: University of NottinghamNew research out of the UK suggests that virtual reality technology combined with multi-sensory stimulation has the potential to improve safety training.
Innovations for fire risk reduction in mining
02 October, 2019 by Jason Andrews-Reid* | Supplied by: Elastomers AustraliaJason Andrews-Reid, OH&S Manager at Elastomers Australia, outlines a few industry innovations aimed at reducing fire risk in mining.
Evacuate immediately: construction workers "risking their lives"
16 September, 2019 | Supplied by: Institution of Occupational Safety and HealthNew UK research finds that high-rise construction site workers are "risking their lives" by not responding immediately to evacuation alarms.
Queensland's cladding reforms
21 August, 2019 by Scott Watson and Aisling Scott* | Supplied by: King & Wood MallesonsLawyers Scott Watson and Aisling Scott from King & Wood Mallesons discuss the Queensland Government's planned combustible cladding ban on new builds.
Johnson Controls Vigilant T-Gen2 emergency warning systems
24 January, 2019 | Supplied by: Johnson Controls Australia Pty LtdThe Johnson Controls Vigilant T-Gen2 Grade 2 and Grade 3 emergency warning systems can be configured to suit most installation requirements.
What are the risks with fire safety upgrades?
12 December, 2018 by Charles Fortin, Managing Director, Collard Maxwell ArchitectsIt is essential to have a clear strategy in place for delivering fire safety upgrades.
Navigating recent changes to fire safety
05 November, 2018 by Matt Sulley, National Manager, Wormald | Supplied by: WormaldIn an industrial environment, building fires can have a catastrophic impact.
Preparing for an emergency
08 October, 2018 by Steve McLeod*, Non-Executive Chairman and Founder, Fire & Safety Australia | Supplied by: Fire & Safety AustraliaThree steps could help to ensure your workplace emergency response training and exercises are realistic and achieve the desired outcomes.
Study highlights impact of trauma on firefighters
13 February, 2018More support will be provided for firefighters, following a landmark study into their mental and physical health.
Improved safety protocol needed for building claddings
18 December, 2017Better safety testing is required to prevent deadly fires in high-rise exterior building claddings, according to FM Global.
Boosting female participation in firefighting
15 December, 2017A camp held for teenagers in Canada is aiming to get more girls and women into the firefighting services.
Firefighters battle not just flames, but also exposure to carcinogens
27 October, 2017Canadian study reveals that firefighters absorb harmful chemicals through skin.
