Safety reminder for working with tower cranes
23 September, 2008
WorkCover NSW has issued a reminder to ensure adequate safety measures are in place when using tower cranes, following an incident where a tower crane dropped its load from a height of 2 metres.
Australian Freight Industry Awards
22 September, 2008
The 2008 Australian Freight Industry Awards were held on 13 September, awarding Toll Auto Logistics with the Australian Best Practice Safety Award for its Flatpack 8-Car vehicle transporter innovation.
Safety barrier
18 September, 2008
The Expanding Mobile Barrier is an easy-to-move, wheeled package with a footprint just 600 x 330 mm. However, once the elasticised securing straps are unhooked, the device grows to a 4 m long barrier.
Vacuum conveyor
18 September, 2008
The C2100-64 compact vacuum conveyor is designed to be small and powerful. It quietly and hygienically conveys powder and bulk materials in production areas of confined space or buildings with low ceilings.
Speed humps
18 September, 2008
JMP’s Speed Humps are made from rubber and their high traction makes them highly visible and durable.
Get the message or take the consequences
10 September, 2008
WorkSafe Victoria has issued a plea for employers and workers to take a more active approach to workplace safety.
ACTU petitions government on OHS amendments
08 September, 2008
The ACTU has an online petition calling on the government to introduce the highest standards of OHS through the harmonisation process currently underway. The petition calls for amendments to legislation to meet the minimum standards detailed in the ACTU OHS Charter.
Sentence for compo fraud
04 September, 2008
A Loch Sport sawmill labourer faces the possibility of six months in gaol after pleading guilty to fraudulently obtaining nearly $17,000 in workers compensation payments.
NSW beats national workplace injuries average
04 September, 2008
The incidence rate of workplace injuries across NSW is below the national average, according to the ASCC's 10th Comparative Performance Monitoring Report for 2006–07.
Forklift barrier
18 August, 2008
The Barrier Security Products forklift channel rails feature an outwardly facing, 200 x 6 mm thick galvanised channel, to trap the fork tines and prevent them from deflecting up and into pedestrian traffic.
Anti-slip floor coating
18 August, 2008
Traction Guard is a DIY product which is mopped onto the slippery surface, whether it is vinyl, polished wood, epoxy, rubber, linoleum, tiles, marble or granite.
Safety screens
18 August, 2008
Aztex Liftwell screens are lightweight for ease of handling and transport. The screens weigh only 40 kg, but still comply with the necessary OHS requirements, including National Standard for Plant. All the necessary handling and other information is located on the front of the door.
Anti-slip stair tread
18 August, 2008
The Everlast rubber stair tread is suitable for steps and landings, offering slip resistance under both wet and dry conditions.
Inspectors focus on furniture-making industry
18 August, 2008
WorkSafe WA will launch an inspection campaign in the furniture (cabinet-making) industry next month to reduce injuries in the sector.
Live cable reels
18 August, 2008
The Hannay cable reels are a series of industrial-duty, long-lasting spring rewind reels for live electric cable to power tools, lights, machinery and generator lines. The quick and convenient spring rewind saves time and the heavy-duty steel construction of the reels stands up to demanding field use.
