Elliotts ArcFit 14 Face Shield
27 April, 2016 | Supplied by: Elliott Australia Pty LtdElliotts has released the ArcFit 14 face shield featuring a low-profile chin protector designed to provide increased comfort and extended protection for workers while offering a greater range of head movement, mobility and field of view.
Farm safety and compliance made easier with new app
18 April, 2016 | Supplied by: OnSideTo coincide with New Zealand's new WHS laws, a new safety app has been built by farmers, for farmers to manage farm safety and compliance.
Connected truck to improve communications in emergencies
08 April, 2016 | Supplied by: Hino AustraliaA new type of vehicle for emergency situations can rapidly identify hazards and link agencies and communities to help improve people's safety in critical situations.
Warehouse stays comfortable for safety's sake
04 April, 2016 | Supplied by: Big Ass Fans Australia Pty LtdEmployees in industrial settings such as factories and distribution centres are often forced to work in conditions that are hot, uncomfortable and sometimes downright unhealthy. For situations such as this, the airflow pattern of an energy-efficient, high-volume low-speed (HVLS) industrial ceiling fan can be used to improve the safety and comfort of workers, which can lead to other benefits.
Pelican Products Helmet Light Holders by Blackjack
01 April, 2016 | Supplied by: Pelican Products Pty LtdPelican Products has partnered with Blackjack to create three helmet light holders that work with 21 different lighting models as well as a variety of helmet products.
Reducing the impact of mental health issues in the workplace
01 April, 2016 | Supplied by: Red Cross Training ServicesQBE Australia recognised the importance of learning more about mental health issues in the workplace and participated in the accredited training in Mental Health First Aid offered by Red Cross Training Services.
Near-fatal wasp attack on contractor prompts reissue of first aid guidance
31 March, 2016 | Supplied by: OSPRIGood communications, prompt action and the right medication made the difference between life and death when a pest control contractor in New Zealand came into conflict with a swarm of angry wasps.
Pelican 2780R LED rechargeable headlamp
31 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Pelican Products Pty LtdPelican Products has introduced the Pelican 2780R LED headlamp, powered by a lightweight, rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
Cut protection for gloves — standard update
31 March, 2016 | Supplied by: DSM DyneemaExpected to be published around mid-2016, a revision to the EN388 European standard on protective gloves is designed to help specifiers obtain the levels of cut resistance they need.
Are Australian workplaces in safe hands?
31 March, 2016 | Supplied by: AnsellA recently published independent report on hand injuries in Australian workplaces, In Safe Hands: The State of Hand Protection in Australia 2016, has revealed that more than one-third of Australian companies are unaware of how much hand injuries are costing their business. It also reveals that Australia's safety leaders remain divided over the best way to measure performance, but agree that cultural change is the key to improving worker safety and wellbeing.
Automated robotic production sets new benchmark for respirator safety
30 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Scott SafetyManufacturer Scott Safety has injected significant investment into the latest robotic technology to eliminate 'human error' in producing its respirator filters, which provide protection against hazardous substances like asbestos.
The latest trends in PPE
30 March, 2016 | Supplied by: RSEAManufacturers are increasingly looking to create protective equipment that incorporates style and comfort, as well as compatibility when used in tandem with other gear. This article takes a look at the latest trends in PPE workwear in terms of technology and style.
Australians underprepared to respond in emergencies
24 March, 2016 | Supplied by: St John Ambulance Australia (Vic) IncSt John has issued Australians with a CPR challenge following stats that only about 26% of us have training or can deliver first aid in an emergency.
First aid for mental health
22 March, 2016Workplace health and safety has come a long way since the days of a medicine cabinet with a bottle of antiseptic and a package of bandages — Red Cross is now offering mental health workshops for the workplace.
Protection from aggressive vegetation
21 March, 2016 | Supplied by: AnsellThe number of injuries caused by hand-operated pruning tools has prompted Botanic Gardens & Centennial Parklands in Sydney to review its hand protection program for its horticultural and landscape workers.
