Nomex/Kevlar high-temperature fall protection range
17 May, 2010 | Supplied by: 3M Fall Protection
The Nomex/Kevlar high-temperature fall protection range consists of a harness and two shock-absorbing lanyard models designed for applications encountered in high-temperature work environments.
Uniline Safety Systems RoofSafe anchor cable and rail system
17 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Uniline Safety Systems Pty Ltd
Uniline Safety Systems has launched a three-part, continuous roof safety package including RoofSafe anchors, cable and rail systems which will help combat the risks for workers at height while also assuring OHS compliance.
Capital Safety DBI-Sala Repel fall protection range
17 May, 2010 | Supplied by: 3M Fall Protection
Capital Safety’s DBI-Sala has launched a range of fall protection products constructed from a specially designed textile called Repel technology webbing, providing a number of advantages over traditional webbing products used for fall protection. The technology in the finish forms a fine textile shell that gives a high level of water resistance, a natural self-cleaning effect and a durable protective function. Water or other substances such as oil or dirt simply run off its surface.
Capital Safety Lad-Saf powered climb-assist system
17 May, 2010 | Supplied by: 3M Fall Protection
The Lad-Saf powered climb-assist system does not require a separate or secondary fall-protection system. This fall-arrest-rated, dual system simplifies safety and increases worker productivity by providing both climbing assistance and fall protection to workers ascending fixed-ladder systems within wind turbine towers.
Low-Pro height safety anchor points
17 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Kattsafe
The Low-Pro height safety anchor points provide quick and easy retrofit installation to metal purlin structures suiting standard, corrugated and span deck roof profiles. The devices have a low visual impact and can be used as a primary abseil anchor point.
Sperian Miller ladder grip
17 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Honeywell Industrial Safety
The Miller ladder grip is designed to act as both a low-profile ladder bracket and a fall arrest anchor point for one person. The unit attaches permanently to the roof, holding the ladder in place and preventing it from moving or tipping over during use.
JLG ProLift LiftPod Model FS80 portable aerial work platform
13 May, 2010 | Supplied by: JLG Australia Pty Ltd
The LiftPod portable aerial work platform is designed to replace the ladder. Model FS80 features a larger work tray that is easier to fit and use and the tray attaches to the basket and keeps tools and materials within reach of the user.
Sperian Miller sharp-edge lanyards and sharp-edge Scorpion fall arrestors
13 May, 2010 | Supplied by: Honeywell Industrial Safety
The Miller by Sperian sharp-edge lanyards and sharp-edge Scorpion fall arrestors protect against sharp-edge hazards that lanyards and workers may be exposed to, should a fall take place over a sharp edge.
Public comment sought on falls in agriculture guidance note
10 May, 2010
The Western Australian government is calling for public comment on a proposed guidance note on preventing falls from height in the agricultural sector.
Conviction over elevated work platform injury
03 May, 2010
A heavy haulage company was convicted over an incident where a worker was crushed while loading an elevated work platform onto the trailer of a truck.
Company directors prosecuted over death resulting from cutting corners
03 May, 2010
Two company directors were convicted over the death of an employee when the partially built floor he was working on collapsed after more than 10 tonnes of building blocks were placed on it.
Fines over edge protection prompt falls warning
10 March, 2010
Two companies have recently been fined for failing to provide edge protection on a building site, prompting a reminder from WorkSafe WA on the prevention of falls.
Resort fined over permanent injury to worker
03 March, 2010
The owner of a Broome resort was fined $60,000 over an incident in 2006 that left an employee permanently disabled.
Weighty issues for harness wearers
03 March, 2010 | Supplied by: Honeywell Industrial Safety
Designing good harnesses for people working at height has meant facing some difficult challenges, not the least of which has been that, over the last 10 years, there has been a gradual change in the body size and weight of the people who work at height that we are working to protect.
Exercise extreme care with safety anchors
19 February, 2010 by Peter Ferguson*
The discovery of safety anchor systems in extremely unsafe conditions in New Zealand has prompted an urgent call-to-action from a leading height safety industry association.
