How to staying safe when encountering silica dust in your workplace
The trend towards engineered stone kitchen and bathroom benchtops has seen thousands of Australian workers exposed to unsafe levels of silica dust…
Fake online White Card scammers and how to avoid them
In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, regulators across many states, including SafeWork NSW, began to approve 'Connected Real-Time Delivery' options…
The risks of working in confined spaces and how to mitigate these risks
Confined spaces are a common high risk area that people may find themselves working in on a regular basis. Although accidents and fatalities are not…
How to stay safe in summer when working at heights
Working in the heat of the outdoors brings a range of risks that are amplified when working at heights. The need to regularly service…
What facility managers need to know about height safety systems
The role of a facilities manager covers a broad range of areas, but keeping people working at heights safe is one aspect that is often not recognised.
How to combat the risks of Legionnaires' disease from cooling towers
Cooling towers form the primary means of heat removal for heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. HVAC systems are found across an…
How a Height Safety System Re-Certification Inspection Works
What happens at a re-certification inspection? Matthew Hatton dons a harness and climbs a roof to find out I am going to admit straight off the bat…
Are tradespeople legally required to take a course in asbestos awareness?
Asbestos is one of the most insidious and dangerous substances you can come across. When the loose fibres are inhaled, it can lead to a range of lung…
When is working at heights training required?
Falls from heights are a major workplace hazard resulting in fatalities and injuries across a broad range of industries. Despite this, the risks…
Height Safety Engineers, Firefect and Australian Safety Systems are joining forces
Three leading height safety brands will join forces to provide total safety solutions for those engaged in high-risk work across Australia. From 1…