Filter Selection Guide - Respiratory Protection

18 Apr, 2024

Fit testing is important, but there's more to a fit than just your mask. Cartridges and filters remove contaminants from the air you breathe, but they aren't one-size-fits-all - there's a lot of different types, and they aren't all interchangeable.  Which filter do I need? Understanding the different types of particulate filters and gas and...
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How To Use Different Bandage Types

28 Mar, 2024

Bandages are an essential medical supply for any first aid kit. They allow for the effective provision of wound care for a variety of different injuries and facilitate the wound healing process.  A number of bandages are available, with different types intended for specific purposes and for application to specific body parts. Knowing which bandages...
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Safety for the DIY Tradie

15 Mar, 2024

We all know you need to stay safe on the job, but how safe are you when doing your DIY projects? It's easy to forget how dangerous odd jobs around the house can be, and any enterprising DIY tradie needs to put their safety first just the same as a professional.   Do I really...
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PAPRs, Please!

1 Mar, 2024

Providing clean breathing air is essential when working in areas where hazardous contaminants are present. These respiratory protective systems offer comfortable protection against multiple hazards and their ease-of-use enables improved productivity in the workplace. Powered Air Purifying respirators (PAPRs) include a blower that draws contaminated air through filter/s to remove contaminants, supplying purified air to...
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How Safety Boots Keep You Safe

16 Feb, 2024

Hard work takes its toll, and preventable injuries like aches, pains and strains costs tradies annually.  With the cost of living starting to bite and tradies working overtime to meet demand, taking steps to safeguard your health has never been more important. Thankfully, preventing costly injuries could be as simple as investing in a comfortable pair of...
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Head Injuries In The Workplace

18 Jan, 2024

Those who work regularly on construction sites are at risk of head injuries. If you work on a construction site, hitting your head is not uncommon. Knocks and bumps are usually minor, but sometimes harder hits can occur. Accidents at work can include knocks to the head, falling objects, slips, trips, and falls. It is...
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Heat Stress and You

19 Nov, 2023

With summer in the distance, and the sweltering heat on the way, it's getting closer to that time where we hide away in air-conditioned offices and pretend we don't notice it. Unfortunately, that's not an option for everybody, so we've got something sweet to help you beat the heat.   What is heat stress? According...
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The Importance of Breathable Protective Workwear

2 Nov, 2023

The Importance of Breathable Protective Workwear Breathable garments allow air exchange between the wearer’s body and the environment. When a protective garment is breathable, the fabric or material allows the free movement of air and moisture vapours. Breathability in protective garments is usually achieved through the use of certain fabric technologies or construction techniques that...
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Make Sure You Choose The Right Tint For Your Safety Specs

26 Oct, 2023

The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital has seen a 41% increase in eye traumas in males sustained in the workplace over the last 5 years, which "likely indicates a lack of awareness and/or adherence to eye safety procedures".   The Director of the Eye and Ear’s Emergency Department, Dr Carmel Crock commented: “We see...
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Our Crowning Achievement - Protective Headwear in the Workplace

19 Oct, 2023

Hard hat head protection is now required on most industrial work sites around the world, and increasingly companies are using hard hats to identify their company and positions within the work force. Any good hard hat should be certified to the Australian and New Zealand Standard '1801:1997 Occupational protective helmets'. A hard hat protects the...
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