Mining company fined $110,000 after rock fall
14 January, 2020Mandalay Resources Costerfield Operations has received a $110,000 fine, after a rock fall left an employee with serious injuries.
Dust control system targets silica threat
25 November, 2019An Australian-invented dust control system aims to combat the silica dust threat by extracting hazardous materials during the cutting process.
Serstech 100 Indicator handheld raman spectrometer
06 November, 2019The Serstech 100 Indicator handheld raman spectrometer is a lightweight (650 g), safe and easy-to-use raman spectrometer that can identify any solid or liquid chemical substance in seconds.
Duty holders called to clean up after West Footscray fire
29 October, 2019The owners and occupiers of last year's West Footscray fire site have been demanded to remove waste and render any residual dangerous goods harmless.
How to correctly contain a hazardous liquid spill
09 April, 2019It is essential for businesses that use or store hazardous liquids to implement effective spill containment strategies.
Warning issued about toxic chemicals in swimming pool
06 December, 2018Toxic chemicals have been inadvertently released at a Picton public swimming pool in Sydney.
Choosing the right chemical protective clothing for the job
26 November, 2018Standards play a huge role in helping the user select the right garment for chemical protection.
Oil spill solution made from waste cooking oil
20 April, 2018Absorbent polymer could be an effective way to clean up oil spills, according to new research from Flinders University.
HEMCO emergency shower and decontamination booths
12 January, 2018HEMCO emergency shower/decontamination booths are fully assembled and ready for installation to water supply and waste systems.
Active or passive containment: which is the best approach for spills?
16 November, 2017There are two ways to approach spill control and countermeasures: 'active' and 'passive'.
Cleaning Safety Card Orange Card online training program
25 October, 2017Cleaning Safety Card has launched the Orange Card online training program, which is designed to reduce workplace injuries in the cleaning industry.
Keeping your spill kits up to date
16 October, 2017While spill kits aren't quite like perishable foods, their components actually do expire. But how do you know if they have 'gone off'?
HEMCO Corporation HAZMAX containment work area
05 October, 2017The HEMCO Corporation HAZMAX containment work area is designed for isolating hazardous materials.
Lack of risk control leads to drowning at port
26 April, 2017The drowning death of a South Port New Zealand visitor during 2015 was preventable, according to WorkSafe New Zealand.
Enware emergency wash system
30 June, 2016The Enware emergency wash system is designed to offer initial first-aid treatment for hazardous contaminant emergencies. It is suitable for mining, petrochemical, oil refinery, chemical manufacturing, handling and storage applications, as well as laboratories and hospitals.
