DIY renovators warned of asbestos risks
31 October, 2018A new report in the Medical Journal of Australia suggests that the proportion of asbestos-related cancer deaths being caused by DIY renovations is increasing.
NZ reviews chemical management safety
17 October, 2018The way that chemicals are managed in New Zealand is about to undergo some changes.
Contractor spreads asbestos during roof repairs
31 August, 2018Asbestos containing material (ACM) was allegedly spread throughout a property after a contractor used a high-pressure water spray on a roof.
Anglo American's mine site innovation wins top prize in Qld
27 August, 2018An engineering control that isolates workers from the source of dust at mine sites has won the top prize at the Queensland Mining Industry Innovation Awards.
HEMCO emergency safety shower decontamination booth
23 August, 2018After an exposure to a hazardous substance, any delay, even for a few seconds, can result in serious injury.
Asbestos still a major issue in 2018
17 August, 2018Despite being banned from use in Australia from 2004, asbestos is still causing issues for many workplaces.
Asbestos-related diseases are costing millions
10 August, 2018A report has estimated that the cost associated with asbestos-related diseases in one year is over $500 million.
Man killed by gas explosion in work ute
07 August, 2018The tragic death of a man outside a south side Canberra school late on 2 August 2018 was caused by a gas explosion in a work vehicle.
PFAS contamination response explored by committee
18 July, 2018The federal government's response to a per- and polyfluorolkyl substances contamination in Katherine will be discussed at a parliamentary committee.
Gas-smelling laser detects industrial contamination
13 June, 2018A laser that can 'smell' different gases could improve workplace safety with its ability to detect industrial contamination and monitor the environment.
Hazardous chemical database updated to improve safety
10 May, 2018Another 755 chemicals have been added to the Hazardous Chemical Information System.
Audit intensifies for unsafe asbestos removalists
27 March, 2018Licensed asbestos removalists with poor practice records are being targeted by a Workplace Health and Safety Queensland audit.
Down to the wire
06 March, 2018Wire brushes offer a relatively useful solution for surface cleaning and corrosion removal, but newly available alternatives are delivering superior performance and improved worker safety.
Reclassification of Welding Fume as Carcinogenic: from an Australian Perspective
01 March, 2018There is no doubt that the recent reclassification of welding fume as carcinogenic to humans by the International Agency for the Research on Cancer (IARC) has encouraged many welders and workplaces to rethink their stance on welders' respiratory protection.
Asbestos cladding to be removed from sugar storage sheds
01 March, 2018The removal of asbestos from the roof at Bundaberg's bulk sugar terminals will be carried out by Wiley.
