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Technological levers for heavy vehicle safety

16 May, 2025 | Supplied by: Microlise

Technology is playing a pivotal role in mitigating heavy vehicle risks and enhancing safety. Luke Olsen sets out some key technological safety levers.


$595,000 fine follows hay press cutting chamber injury

09 May, 2025

In Western Australia, a hay processing company has been fined $595,000 after a worker's leg became trapped in the cutting chamber of a hay press.


Machinery head-crush fine almost doubled on appeal

02 May, 2025

A fine which was issued in Victoria last year — after a worker suffered life-threatening crush injuries when his head was caught in machinery — has been almost doubled on appeal.


Salt pit conveyor death leads to $875,000 fine

30 April, 2025

In Western Australia, the death of a worker caught in the mechanism of a salt pit conveyor has led to a $875,000 fine.


Technofast EziJac hydraulic tensioners

16 April, 2025 | Supplied by: Technofast Industries Pty Ltd

Technofast's compact multipurpose EziJac tensioners are designed to reduce complexity while enhancing speed and safety with multiple bolt type tightening.


Heavy machinery injury lands mining company $750K fine

10 April, 2025

In WA, an underground mining services company has been fined $750,000 after a drill operator sustained spinal and leg injuries working on heavy machinery.


BodyGuard i-Tag Pedestrian Safety System

01 April, 2025 | Supplied by: BodyGuard Safety Solutions

The BodyGuard Pedestrian Safety System is designed to counter for changes in environment and human error.


Intercity train depot deploys advanced safety system

24 February, 2025 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia

An advanced safety system was recently implemented at a NSW train maintenance facility, designed to protect facility staff and equipment.


Alarming commercial driver fatigue, distraction levels: report

06 December, 2024

A new report by a technology company has revealed some critical data relating to driver fatigue and distraction in the transport and logistics industry.


Sphere Drones HubX unit for remote drone operations

27 November, 2024 | Supplied by: Aptella

The Sphere Drones HubX unit is designed to assist with remote drone operations, and is now being distributed by Aptella.


Volvo FH and Volvo FM trucks

22 November, 2024 | Supplied by: Volvo Group Australia Pty Ltd

The Volvo FH and Volvo FM trucks are designed to increase safety for drivers and road users.


Isuzu safer vehicle cabin structure

21 November, 2024 | Supplied by: Isuzu Australia Limited

Isuzu's reimagined vehicle cabin structure has been designed to improve overall safety, dimensions, visibility and storage.


Gates PowerGrip GT4 and Poly Chain GT Carbon V-belts

20 November, 2024 | Supplied by: Gates Australia Pty Ltd

The Gates PowerGrip GT4 and Poly Chain GT Carbon V-belts are designed to decrease maintenance and reduce safety risks within HVAC systems.


Foton T5 all-electric truck

18 November, 2024 | Supplied by: Foton

The Foton T5 all-electric truck is designed for the Australian transport industry and comes with a full suite of safety features.


MOTUM World mining driver safety software

13 November, 2024 | Supplied by: Motum Simulation

MOTUM World is a tailorable simulation software package designed specifically for driver education and training.


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