GHS rollout amended due to industry concerns
15 December, 2016 by Debi Alderdice | Supplied by: myosh - HSEQ Management SoftwareAll chemicals manufactured or imported before 1 January 2017 will continue to be supplied without needing to meet the labelling requirements of the model Work Health and Safety Regulations, following an amendment to the GHS rollout.
Are you ready for GHS?
28 November, 2016 by Janine Nicholson | Supplied by: myosh - HSEQ Management SoftwareThe Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) will be mandatory in Australia from the 01 January 2017, in all jurisdictions where the Model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Regulations have been adopted. Are you ready?
HACA video promotes asbestos safety
25 November, 2016A NSW Heads of Asbestos Coordination Authorities (HACA) video has been designed to educate people who live and work in regional areas, where asbestos can be found in rock, sediment and soil.
Reducing high-pressure injection injuries for miners
18 November, 2016 | Supplied by: Australian Diversified Engineering (ADE)Australian Diversified Engineering (ADE) has created a grease pressure release device for Downer, reducing the risk of high-pressure injuries from lubricants.
3M asbestos/dust respiratory kit
28 September, 2016 | Supplied by: 3M Safety & Graphics3M has a convenient respiratory kit designed for asbestos removal and environments containing dust.
Michell Instruments S8000RS chilled-mirror hygrometer
21 September, 2016 | Supplied by: AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty LtdThe Michell Instruments S8000RS chilled-mirror hygrometer offers accuracy of ±0.1°C, with a wide measurement range of -90 to +20°C dewpoint.
Tougher asbestos controls demanded
14 July, 2016After asbestos was detected on a major Brisbane construction site this week, Queensland is calling on the Commonwealth to step up its efforts to prevent the importation of materials that may contain asbestos.
New chemicals database
06 July, 2016 | Supplied by: Safe Work AustraliaA new chemicals database of over 4500 chemicals classified under the GHS is now available.
Proposed changes to Dangerous Goods Code open for public consultation
04 July, 2016Have your say: possible changes to the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail are now open for public consultation.
Enware emergency wash system
30 June, 2016 | Supplied by: Enware Australia Pty LtdThe 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.
Gas company safely punching above its weight
10 June, 2016 | Supplied by: EnerpacSupaGas is safely and rapidly puncturing hundreds of its gas cylinders each day thanks to Enerpac hydraulic tools.
Intertec explosion-proof cabinets
27 May, 2016 | Supplied by: IntertecThe Intertec explosion-proof cabinets protect field instrumentation operating in hazardous areas and are available in a range of standard and custom sizes, certified for use in Zone 1 and 2 hazardous areas.
Tecpro V22 Dust Cannon dust suppression unit
12 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Tecpro AustraliaThe Tecpro V22 Dust cannon is a dust suppression unit designed to use saline or salt water to control dust, suitable for the materials handling, ship loading and mining sectors.
Rescue program for wildlife caught in oil spills
09 May, 2016Two universities researching oil spill wildlife emergencies have launched a global training program to improve preparation for, and response to, wildlife affected by oil spills.
Asbestos-laden water pipes pose safety challenge
22 April, 2016 | Supplied by: Air Springs Supply Pty LtdAustralia is facing a multibillion-dollar task over the next decade to safely repair or replace asbestos-laced cement pipes in our water networks that have reached the end of their lifespan.
