Many industrial businesses are not taking asbestos seriously, with more than 20 per cent of tradespeople saying they desire better asbestos training. November 2018-released research* and a survey of 1013 people (401 tradespeople) by the Asbestos Safety and Eradication Agency (ASEA) found that only 37 per cent of tradespeople received formal training on how asbestos […]
“The following information should be used a guide only and should be used in conjunction with the wearers own comprehensive risk assessment.” Workers expect their safety gloves to offer excellent grip along with resistance to cuts, oils, chemicals abrasions, burns and punctures, all without compromising dexterity, or feel. To deliver this, glove coatings or “dips” are […]
Workers who have cut engineered stone are being urged by to seek a health assessment after a steep rise in silicosis cases. In September 2018 it was announced that 35 silicosis claims have been lodged with WorkCover Queensland. Six of those claimants were terminally ill. According to an article in the ABC, this may be […]
Up to 50,000 eye injuries occur in Australian workplaces each year, with 60 per cent of those in construction, mining and agriculture, forestry and fishing industries, according to Commcare. While eye injury prevention is the priority, in the event an eye injury does occur the following first aid guide may help you provide care or […]
Construction businesses are receiving hefty fines in a SafeWork NSW safety blitz, following findings that workplace reports of falls from heights have tripled in the past five years. The safety blitz and tough new laws announced in November 2017, enables SafeWork NSW representatives to issue on-the-spot fines of up to $720 to individuals and $3600 […]
October is Mental Health and National Safe Work Month, reminding us that every worker has the right to a physically and mentally healthy workplace. Workplace mental health and safety is critical for staff wellbeing and productivity so we take a look at how the two initiatives interconnect and how employers can help improve workplace mental […]
Airborne dust in the workplace can reduce productivity and put workers at risk of developing allergies and respiratory conditions such as asthma, silicosis, asbestosis and cancer. Drier conditions can increase the likelihood of dust circulating in the air and with much of Australia in drought and drier conditions expected for the rest of the 2018, […]
Employers and workers must know their safety obligations to prevent serious injury and death for those working within confined spaces. The atmosphere in confined spaces and limited access to enter or exit, presents a number of risks to workers and there are strict safety procedures that must be followed to minimise risk. Potential hazards include […]
