Health & Safety
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Asbestos management resources package launched
If undisturbed, well maintained, and in stable, sealed and good condition, asbestos and asbestos-containing-materials (ACMs) are unlikely to pose health risks. However, risks occur when ACMs ... -
Facing the men’s mental health stigma head on
Half of all Australian men will have a mental health problem at some point in their life and one in eight will experience depression. Despite this, ... -
Should silent killer raise alarm?
Given that smoke detectors are mandatory for all new buildings, there is now a school of thought that carbon monoxide detectors, which are already available in ... -
Electrical Industry Guide to Workplace Safety 2017/18 released
Pro-Visual Publishing has released the latest edition of the Electrical Industry Guide to Workplace Safety in conjunction with the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA). The ... -
Guide to fit testing respiratory masks
The correct fitting of respiratory protective equipment (RPE) is critical to make sure a tight seal is made around the face which means the respirator is ... -
Don’t rush or you risk becoming a workplace statistic
As Victoria enters a dangerous time of year, WorkSafe is encouraging employers and workers to focus on safety. According to WorkSafe statistics, more Victorian workers die ... -
Research finds 75% of construction workers suffering hearing loss
A leading Australian audiologist, Dr. Ross Dineen, says construction workers regularly experience noise levels up to six times the legal exposure limit and up to 75% ... -
How to protect, clean and store height safety gear
LINQ Height Safety Gear has released a free Harness and Lanyard Guide featuring equipment inspection and maintenance information. LINQ Height Safety Gear national category manager Paul Bozkurt ... -
Laser Group warns against cheap fixes
Laser Group has issued a warning to the public about cheap alternatives being used to fix plumbing and electrical issues around homes, reminding people that many ... -
New research confirms youth aren’t thriving and its costing the entire community
New research by youth and careers platform Skillsroad has found that average levels of wellbeing among young people are affecting the bottom line of Australian businesses. ...
