Minimising forklift accidents caused by poor eyesight
18 December, 2007 | Supplied by: Occhio Vision Care
A soft drink bottling warehouse in Melbourne recently had a serious safety issue with one of its forklift drivers who frequently crashed into the corners of pallets while operating his forklift
General-purpose glove
18 December, 2007 | Supplied by: Lynn River Ltd
The Glovpro Kevlar sure-grip nitrile palm gloves are general-purpose gloves that provide protection in tough environments and flexibility for comfort.
3M acquires Aearo Technologies
03 December, 2007
3M has announced it entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Aearo Technologies for a price of $1.2 billion.
Modular safety eyewear
21 November, 2007 | Supplied by: Shamir Lens
The 800 Switch safety glasses are a modular system of components that allow users to configure their safety eyewear to their individual needs and tastes.
Earplugs
21 November, 2007 | Supplied by: Moldex
Moldex has remodelled its Rockets brand re-usable earplugs, which now receive a Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 27. The higher NRR is the result of reformulating the materials with a new sound-dampening additive.The earplugs come with an easy-grip handle which allows for easy insertion, while the air bubble in the tip provides cushioned comfort. The following Rocket part numbers now have a NRR 27: 6400, 6404, 6405, 6415, 6420, 6480 and 6485.
Body harness water supply
21 November, 2007 | Supplied by: 3M Fall Protection
The hydration system for full body harnesses connects to any dBi-SALA harness and holds 1.5 L of liquid for added worker safety and productivity.
When it comes to safety eyewear, size does matter
20 November, 2007 by Paul Stathis, Editor
Safety eyewear is an essential part of PPE for many industries, protecting workers eyes from eye trauma. But just issuing workers with safety glasses and instructing them to wear them isn't enough in itself to ensure adequate protection is provided
Protective clothing market heating up
06 November, 2007
An American market research report has found that the US market for advanced protective gear is expected to increase from US$3.3 to US$4.5 billion by 2012.
Metal-free safety shoes
19 October, 2007 | Supplied by: Diadora Utility
The Spider safety shoes are completely metal-free, featuring a nonmetallic composite material which is much lighter than steel, is non-magnetic and does not conduct heat, cold or electricity.
24-hour hand injury hotline
27 September, 2007
Western Sydney-based specialist surgeons have come together to create the Hand Injury Centre Hotline.
Prescription safety frame
21 September, 2007 | Supplied by: PSG Eyewear
The XSS1001 is the latest addition to the Titmus prescription safety range.
Powered air respirators
21 September, 2007 | Supplied by: Australian Safety Equipment
Australian Safety Equipment has introduced power air respirators to the Australian market, based on the success of the Scott Health and Safety Powerpak series.
Steel Blue puts the boot into breast cancer
24 August, 2007
Steel Blue will officially launch the ‘Purple Boot Brigade’ in NSW at the Sydney Safety Show to help raise awareness and much needed funds for breast cancer education.
ELSA Muster emergency life support apparatus
20 August, 2007 | Supplied by: http://www.wormald.com.au
The Sabre ELSA Muster is an open circuit, positive pressure escape breathing apparatus that provides air on demand.
Research shows two thirds of Australians may not see as clearly as they should
20 August, 2007
A new study released on the eve of National Eye Health Week (12-19 August) shows that two thirds of people over 40 who wear glasses are experiencing problems with their eyesight yet many are not doing anything about it
