Early silicosis detection — via a 5 min breath test?
07 April, 2025A new diagnostic tool that analyses a person's breath for signs of silicosis has the potential to catch the disease before irreversible lung damage appears.
AWU: "Heads must roll after mass silicosis diagnosis"
18 March, 2025News that 13 M6 tunnel workers have been diagnosed with silicosis "should prompt immediate prosecutions by SafeWork NSW", the AWU said in a statement.
Since the ban: Victoria gives an engineered stone update
14 March, 2025Since the 1 July 2024 nationwide ban on the processing, manufacture and supply of engineered stone, Victoria has conducted 326 inspections.
Non-compliance with asbestos legislation sparks concern
17 February, 2025Failure to comply with asbestos legislation during renovations and demolitions has put both workers and the public in harm's way.
Study highlights the rapid rise of workplace silicosis
14 February, 2025New research from Monash University has confirmed a disturbing increase in cases of silicosis among Australian workers.
Business caught cutting stone after ban implemented
03 February, 2025A WA carpentry business was recently found to be working with engineered stone after the nationwide ban was put in place.
Sundström SR510 particle filter
01 February, 2025Australia Standard AS/NZS 1716 approved, the SR510 is a high-efficiency Class P3 filter.
Why tougher regulations on silica are just the start
10 January, 2025Despite recently updated regulations, Australia is not done and dusted when it comes to managing the health risks associated with exposure to respirable crystalline silica.
3M Speedglas G5-03 Pro Air Welding Helmet with Adflo PAPR
11 December, 2024The 3M Speedglas G5-03 Pro Air Welding Helmet is a slim, lightweight respiratory welding helmet featuring the latest technology from 3M.
NSW Govt enforces engineered stone ban via inspections
22 November, 2024Over 100 improvement notices have been issued to workplaces as part of the NSW Government's efforts to enforce the engineered stone ban.
Maxisafe Dustlight personal dust monitor warning system
01 November, 2024Dustlight is a hand-held dust monitor designed to provide real-time monitoring of airborne particles in any environment where dust exposure is a concern.
Sundström SR700 powered air purifying respirator
01 November, 2024The Sundström SR700 powered air purifying respirator features two Sundström SR510 P3 filters and SR221 pre-filters, for respiratory protection against wet and dry particles.
More action needed on workplace lung health, survey finds
11 October, 2024 by Amy SteedDespite stronger crystalline silica protections taking effect from 1 September 2024, a new survey has found that more action is needed on workplace lung health.
Why an engineered stone ban is not enough
19 September, 2024While a ban on engineered stone is welcome, research suggests that more needs to be done to protect workers from silicosis.
Stronger silica dust protections for workers take effect
06 September, 2024New laws that came into effect on 1 September will provide additional protections for workers exposed to silica dust.
