Honeywell safety goggles
03 October, 2011 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process Solutions
The safety goggles with Durastreme coating technology provide increased eye protection. The Durastreme coating combines the benefits of industrial anti-fog and anti-scratch coatings onto a single lens. The anti-fog layer on the inside prevents lens fogging, allowing workers to see clearly at all times in humid and other difficult work environments, while the durable anti scratch coating on the outside protects against harsh elements.
Tommyco Eliminator 777 Gel All Terrain knee pad
03 October, 2011 | Supplied by: Master Distributors Pty Ltd
The Eliminator 777 Gel All Terrain knee pad from Tommyco has a calf muscle fastening system combined with the company’s Gel technology and pressure-dispersing covers that allow users to disperse their bodyweight evenly to avoid unnecessary spine pressure.
Honeywell Leightning LON neckband
30 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Honeywell Process Solutions
The Leightning LON neckband is suitable for situations where compact earmuffs and reliable noise-blocking protection is required. The product comprises Leightning Ultraslim earmuffs and Bilsom Air Flow Control technology, which delivers optimal attenuation and provides consistent noise diminution across a range of frequencies, including low frequencies.
Tiger Grip Safety Cap Overshoes
30 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Tiger Grip Australia Pty Ltd
The Safety Cap Overshoes feature a non-slip sole that provides protection against slips and falls on wet, oily and greasy surfaces. The overshoes are designed for visitors of factories, workshops, work sites, kitchens and laboratories.
Project: Evaluate and manage driver fatigue to prevent accidents
30 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Optalert Pty Ltd
After using some trial and error systems for reviewing driver fatigue that didn’t reflect the experience of mining operations, Australian metal mining and exploration company, Perilya, discovered Optalert. Some interesting results emerged from the trial, which involved around 12 drivers. The trial allowed Perilya to gather hard data to indicate that their drivers are not suffering from fatigue and their roster was suitable. The Optalert Fatigue Risk Profiler system detects the early onset of drowsiness during a journey by accurately measuring a person’s level of alertness.
Pivotel Australia Iridium Extreme satellite phone
27 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Pivotel Satellite Pty Ltd
The Iridium Extreme is claimed to be the first satellite handset in the world to feature a dedicated two-way emergency SOS button expected to revolutionise emergency communications in remote Australia
Vision Safe Tanami hat
23 September, 2011 | Supplied by: Vision Safe
The Tanami hat, with a 50+ ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) rating, is designed for outdoor work in harsh Australian conditions.
DuPont Proshield 10 protective clothing
19 September, 2011 | Supplied by: DuPont Australia Pty Ltd
The DuPont Proshield 10 protective clothing solution complements the Tyvek and Tychem product portfolios. It provides protection against type 5 and 6 exposures.
DuPont Tychem TK chemical barrier
14 September, 2011 | Supplied by: DuPont Australia Pty Ltd
The Tychem TK chemical barrier can be used for protection against toxic, corrosive gases, liquids and solid chemicals. The high-performance chemical barrier fabric is suitable for industrial, HazMat and domestic preparedness applications. The barrier offers protection over a wide range of chemicals.
PPE guidelines for electrical workers
24 August, 2011 | Supplied by: Elliott Australia Pty Ltd
Guidelines on PPE to be worn by electrical workers are detailed in AS/NZS 4863:2011.
Are you wearing the right PPE?
24 August, 2011 | Supplied by: Honeywell Industrial Safety
According to WorkSafe Victoria, from 1985 to 2008, over $19 billion was paid out in workers compensations claims as a result of injuries sustained in the workplace. And with over 29,000 cases of workplace injuries reported in Victoria in 2007/08 alone, it is little wonder that employers are continually reassessing their OHS standards and requirements to create a safer working environment.
Put a safe foot forward
24 August, 2011 by Nicolas Gronier, Product Manager, KingGee | Supplied by: KingGee
Smelly painful feet, skin rashes, ingrown toe nails, hammer toes and postural deformities are just a few of the many problems experienced by tradesmen wearing uncomfortable or ill-fitting boots on the job site. What most tradesmen don’t realise is that by not wearing safe and supportive work boots, they are not only jeopardising their safety when at work but also the longevity of their careers.
DuPont Tychem ThermoPro triple-hazard single-layer protective suit
17 August, 2011 | Supplied by: DuPont Australia Pty Ltd
The Tychem ThermoPro single-layer suit can be used as triple-hazard protective clothing by emergency responders and industrial workers.
Steel Blue Lifestyle footwear range
02 August, 2011 | Supplied by: Steel Blue
The Lifestyle range has been specifically designed for users who require comfortable, durable and safe footwear with the added benefits of sleek design and flexibility.
New ISO standard improves protective clothing for agricultural farmers and workers using pesticides
01 August, 2011
The new ISO 27065:2011, 'Protective clothing - performance requirements for protective clothing worn by operators applying liquid pesticides', addresses the protection of farmers and workers mainly during the application phase of handling pesticides, i.e. the work phase where most operator contamination occurs.
