SafeWork SA has launched a compliance campaign to help ensure retail workers are protected from the dangers of hot weather through the remainder of summer. More than 100 retail businesses will be audited during the campaign to ensure compliance and educate employers and workers in the retail sector about the dangers of working in hot conditions
WorkSafe Victoria recently issued a safety alert reminding employers about controlling risks associated with lead-based paint removal. Lead-based paint, commonly used on many pre-1970s buildings and structures, can contain lead levels greater than 1 per cent. Work involving sanding, buffing or removing paint with lead levels greater than 1 per cent by dry weight is regulated under Part 4.3 of the OHS Regulations as a ‘lead process’, with specific duties for employers undertaking this work.
Dress for Success! As the new year begins, it’s time to evaluate your business’s professional image and team cohesion. A unified, polished appearance sets the tone for your brand, and nothing achieves that better than well-designed corporate apparel.
When it comes to sourcing workwear uniforms and safety PPE for your business, making the right choice isn’t just about compliance, it’s about protecting your team, ensuring professional presentation, and building trust with your clients. Workwear Direct has established itself as Australia’s leading provider in this space, thanks to our extensive experience, product range, and customer-focused services.
As temperatures rise and the sun's intensity increases, ensuring your safety and comfort during outdoor work becomes paramount. When it comes to shielding yourself from the sun's harmful effects, sun safety workwear and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) play pivotal roles. In this blog post, we will delve into the significance of sun safety workwear, offer guidance on selecting the right gear, and introduce you to trusted sources for high-quality industrial uniforms and safety wear online.
Tape patterns are vital in enhancing safety and visibility in various industries. Tape patterns have become essential in workwear, from construction sites and roadways to industrial settings. Explore how tape patterns contribute to a safer and more secure work environment.
Getting the balance right between workplace health and safety and process safety risks is one of the more common challenges for organisations when it comes to process safety and being a high-reliability organisation, according to an expert.
Standing more compared with sitting does not improve cardiovascular health over the long-term and could increase the risk of circulatory issues related to standing, such as varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis.
WorkSafe Victoria recently issued a reminder to employers and workers about the risk of falling objects, and that even a small falling object can hit hard with enough force of gravity behind it.
WorkSafe Victoria recently issued a safety alert reminding mine operators about the risks of high-speed bearing failure on mobile equipment. The alert was issued following an incident involving a haul truck operator at an underground metalliferous mine who was hauling material along a drive.
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WorkSafe Tasmania recently issued a safety alert following an incident in which a worker was seriously injured when an excavator reversed over him as he was raking blue metal at a roadworks construction site.
