Personal protection equipment

Ensuring a safe welding environment

01 July, 2020 | Supplied by: Kemppi Australia Pty Ltd

As with the other occupational hazards of welding, employers and employees can minimise the risk of inhaling welding fumes and airborne contaminants by using approved PPE.


Artificial stone silicosis: an escalating international problem

25 June, 2020

Spanish researchers have raised concerns about increased incidences of silicosis and massive pulmonary fibrosis among those who have worked with artificial stone.


Steel Blue Hobart Sand boots

22 June, 2020 | Supplied by: Steel Blue

The Hobart Sand boots from Steel Blue are suitable for men and women, featuring water-resistant leather and an anti-static, heat-resistant TPU outsole.


PoC services: mitigating mobile workforce risks

18 June, 2020 by Tony Hudson* | Supplied by: Vertel

Tony Hudson explains how push-to-talk over cellular (PoC) services can help businesses mitigate the occupational health and safety risks of mobile workforces.


Masks against COVID-19: research supports universal adoption

10 June, 2020

Social distancing and face masks reduce the spread of COVID-19 in healthcare settings and the general community, according to a review commissioned by the WHO.


3M™ PELTOR™ technology helps communicate at a safe distance

03 June, 2020 | Supplied by: 3M Safety & Graphics

3M PELTOR communication hearing products help maintain connectivity between workers while keeping distance between them in noisy environments.


Calumino Rapid Thermo Pre-Screener

25 May, 2020 | Supplied by: Calumino

The Rapid Thermo Pre-Screener by Calumino is a fast temperature screening system for office buildings, schools, hospitals and other populated areas.


NSW Government secures $1 billion worth of PPE

07 May, 2020

The NSW Government has bought almost $1 billion worth of personal protective equipment, to help health workers battle the COVID-19 pandemic.


Taleb Medical GeoSaver public access defibrillator

05 May, 2020 | Supplied by: Taleb Medical Pty Ltd

The GeoSaver public access defibrillator from Taleb Medical is designed for public access use, with audible and visual CPR guidance to support users.


uvex sportstyle variomatic safety glasses

04 May, 2020 | Supplied by: UVEX SAFETY AUSTRALIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

The uvex sportstyle variomatic safety glasses are designed for frequent movement between light and dark work areas, with fog- and scratch-resistant lenses.


Leuze A7 signalling columns

24 April, 2020 | Supplied by: Leuze electronic Pty Ltd

The Leuze A7 signalling column is designed to warn in emergency situations, minimise supervision times and shorten reaction times.


Bright minds pool resources to shield healthcare workers

23 April, 2020

Researchers from the University of Wollongong are pooling resources and expertise to develop face shields for our healthcare workers at the COVID-19 frontlines.


Qld manufacturer helps combat COVID-19 with N95 masks

08 April, 2020

The Queensland Government has provided $1.2 million in financial assistance to Evolve Group, to produce disposable N95 masks in bulk for health workers.


MSA V-FORM safety harness

03 April, 2020 | Supplied by: MSA Australia Pty Ltd

The MSA V-FORM safety harness features an athletic cut with a patent-pending RaceFORM buckle, for a comfortable fit that improves upper torso movement.


Eye injuries at work: tips, tricks and strategies for their prevention

01 April, 2020 | Supplied by: PSG Eyewear

Where possible eliminate or substitute the process to remove the eye hazard. If the hazards cannot be removed, eye protection forms the last line of defence.


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