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The Sun is Dangerous All Year Round
8 Aug, 2022We all associate scorching sunburns with the scorching summer, but no matter the season the sun is still a deadly laser - are you staying sun-safe? Some Sun Safety Any Aussie knows about sun safety - it's as much a part of our culture as a good sausage sizzle - but that doesn't mean...
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Sprains, Strains and Falls
6 Jul, 2022Sprains and strains are often seen as something to laugh off, or a minor injury, but even a simple strain can have serious consequences and needs to be treated with respect and care. Sprain and strain injuries, also known as musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), are the most common work-related injury, accounting for nearly two-thirds of...
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What is Glove Certification?
22 Jun, 2022We know 'em, we glove 'em - gloves keep our hands warm and protected, but how can we be sure that they're up to scratch? Most people in Australia are unaware of the process and importance of Certification vs Compliance; therefore, misconceptions occur, and consumers become exposed to the risk of workplace injury. So...
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All Things Sign Language
8 Jun, 2022Road signs in Australia are regulated by each state's government, but are standardised overall throughout the country. In 1999, the National Transport Commission, or NTC, created the first set of Rules of the Road for Australia. Because of this, there's a lot of signs out there, and it can be hard to sort through which ones...
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Class 1 and Class 2 Signs
5 May, 2022We've all heard Class 1 or Class 2 bandied about, particularly with some recent changes to the legislation around Heavy Vehicle plates. However, they're both reflective - so why are they different, and why is Class 1 better? Class 1 Reflective is the higher grade of reflectivity, and it is identifiable by its honeycomb pattern. ...
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How Polished Are Your Emergency Procedures?
7 Apr, 2022Emergencies happen to all of us, and it's a legal requirement for any employer to have both first aid arrangements and an emergency plan in place for all manner of problems. From fires to bombs, robberies or storms, any workplace needs plans in place for anything that could be expected to happen. Although specific requirements...
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Be Careful With Portable Generators
2 Mar, 2022For one reason or another - particularly after natural disaster - you may feel the need to use a generator to supplement or replace your regular power supply. While generators can be immensely helpful for keeping your home or business running, there are many dangers to take into consideration - it's not just as simple...
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Human Error - You Can't Prevent It
17 Feb, 2022We all work hard at preventing accidents in the industrial workplace. It’s one of the top priorities and can indeed affect the financial health of any business. When an accident does happen, whether there is property damage, production ramifications, or worker health issues or safety involved, a root cause analysis should be and normally is performed. It’s...
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How (and Why) to Choose the Best Work Boots for Any Job
2 Feb, 2022When you put your feet up at the end of a long day, you want to feel like you accomplished something. Tired, but satisfied. Ready to do it all again tomorrow. But a long day in the wrong boots can leave you with a sore back and aching legs by knock-off time – if you...
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Suspension Trauma - the Hidden Threat of Height Safety
1 Feb, 2022Did you know that the dangers of a fall don't stop when your harness catches you? Even if you're at no risk of falling any further thanks to your successful fall arrest system, you're still not out of danger yet. In fact, you could have as little as five minutes before death comes knocking. ...
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