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Concentric Asia Pacific discuss benefits of Dyadem quality lifecycle management solutions (11/05/2009)

... such as process safety management (PSM) programmes, EPA risk management programme, and control of major accident hazards (COMAH). The open structure allows for customising of templates to a company's specific guidelines for documenting areas such ...

Lab spill rapid response kits available from Enware Australia neutralise broad spectrum of toxic chemicals (8/05/2009)

... Manager, Enware Australia, the FAST-ACT is suitable for use throughout Australia and New Zealand on chemicals that pose hazards in laboratories. Enware have signed a distribution agreement with Nanoscale Corporation USA to distribute FAST-ACT in ...

High-output UV-C lamps for HVAC systems available from Heraeus Amba Australia (8/05/2009)

... free of mould and organic build-up, eliminating resultant allergic symptoms as well as the time, cost, and potential hazards associated with chemical cleaning programmes.UVC technology is adaptable to any type of HVAC system, including those ...

Sorbent tubes for collecting hazardous gases and vapours from air available from Active Environmental Solutions (30/04/2009)

... Federal law has established permissible exposure limits (PELs) for workers' exposures to a variety of airborne chemical hazards. These limits are specified in several ways such as, eight-hour time-weighted averages (TWAs), short-term exposure ...

Endress+Hauser’s Levelflex FMP45 displacer boosts reliability at crude tar plant (24/04/2009)

... to the plant.Given the mechanical displacer’s high maintenance and frequent calibration requirements, and potential hazards, the Koppers team was keen to identify a reliable, safe alternative. After careful evaluation, they settled on ...

Transvectors with high volume air amplifiers available from Knight Pneumatics (23/04/2009)

... explosion hazard or RF interference Smaller and less expensive than variable-speed blowers or fans No guards or safety hazards Instant on/off Quiet - meets OSHA noise requirements Easily mounted, ducted and moved Move air at atmospheric ...

Queensland and NSW Laboratory discuss occupational hygiene (17/04/2009)

... of the workforce. Occupational hygienists assist to identify the risk level of occupational exposures to stressors (hazards) and assist in the control of this exposure before disease or harm manifests. Queensland and NSW Laboratory offer tips to ...

Sandvik Mining and Construction and Pilz Australia develop PSS control systems for mining (16/04/2009)

... To ensure that man and machine are not exposed to risks, special safety concepts are in place to keep the ‘explosive hazards’ in check. In conjunction with Sandvik Mining and Construction, Pilz Australia have developed PSS control systems, ...

Controflex Ribbon switches for safety and warning indicators available from Switches Plus Components (9/04/2009)

... reliable and are suitable for applications ranging from general purpose switching to protection of personnel from safety hazards.Ribbon switch construction consists of a bottom conductor separated by an insulating strip from an upper ...

Compact MIDIGAS nitrogen generators available from Parker domnick hunter Filtration extend savings from on-site gas production (7/04/2009)

... gas prices.The easy-to-use system is simple to install, requires minimal maintenance and eliminates safety hazards and OHS issues associated with traditional gas supplies. The compact design with modular option mean generators can be ...

PowerPod mats available from Warehouse of Mats (3/04/2009)

... areas Easily cleaned Impervious to oils, acids, chlorine and solvents Non conductive - helps prevent electrical hazards Safety edging - prevents tripping, and allows easy use of carts and trolleys Low profile - prevents tripping ...

Cable management with the Easy Wrap cable spiral

Easy Wrap cable spiral from 4Cabling assists cable management (2/04/2009)

... such as spiral binding and loom tubes. Cable management is important in keeping a workplace clear of hazards, and with the Easy Wrap all the cabling can be neatly stored in one place. It wraps easily and securely around cables and no ...

Industrial Scientific launch CPS car park system (2/04/2009)

... of exhaust fan speeds. Several sensor options including CO, NO, NO2, CH4, LPG and H2 can monitor a wide range of hazards emitted by gasoline, natural gas, diesel-powered and electric vehicles.The CPS uses digital communication, high-speed data ...

HACCP certified thermometers and temperature measuring and pH instruments available from Testo (1/04/2009)

... is a system whose purpose is to identify, analyse and control significant health hazards in foodstuffs. The HACCP system was developed at the commission of the American space authority NASA in 1959, with the objective of product 100% safe and ...

Under carpet floor heating mats available from Speedheat Floor Heating Australia (27/03/2009)

... waterproof elements which are fully earthed and connected to a RCD circuit, users are protected from any potential shock hazards. The carpets can also be steam cleaned. The Speedheat under carpet floor heating mats do not emit any electro magnetic ...

Electrical, telecommunications, data and test and tag services available from Sydney Electrical Appliance Testing (19/03/2009)

... electrical appliances in the workplace. Test and tag is a programme designed to help managers to minimise electrical hazards in the workplace, to protect staff from injury by electric shock or electrical fire, and to protect management from ...

Australian Exhibitions & Conferences to discuss ‘fighting fire in workplace’ at Safety In Action Conference (18/03/2009)

... system. An important part of this is going through every area of the business’ operations to identify potential hazards, doing a risk assessment for each hazard that is identified and drafting appropriate risk control processes.Following are ...

WorkSafe Victoria to conduct inspections at Cafes and restaurants (9/03/2009)

... be checking that new and young workers are: Provided with a working environment in which they are not exposed to hazards Provided with the necessary information, instruction and training to complete their work safely Adequately supervised ...

WorkSafe Victoria release safety publications to ensure workplace safety (6/03/2009)

... standards and ensuring they are followed.WorkSafe Victoria have a wide range of safety publications for a range of hazards and ...

Warning, caution and safety signs available from Safety Plus Products (26/02/2009)

... exclamation mark (!) inside a triangle and black text on a yellow background. Warning signs or caution signs tell of “Hazards that Could Injure.”Warning signs and safety signs can be made of colourbond, adhesive vinyl, polypropylene and ...

Anglomoil Cat TO-4 Transmission Fluid available from Anglo Design (20/02/2009)

... protection to ensure no fluid loss to foaming Provide safety protection to operators against fluid overflow and fire hazards Hydraulic pump provide protection in high pressure hydraulic systems.For misapplication protection, Anglomoil Cat ...

Safe Environments conduct luminance contrast testing (18/02/2009)

... to clearly delineate the step edge.Sufficient luminance contrast of surfaces can visually warn people of impending hazards such as kerb ramps, stairs, bus stops and railway station platform edges. Luminance contrast is required as per AS1428.4 ...

Enware Australia to showcase Chemical Neutralisation spill kits at Safety In Action show (18/02/2009)

... any liquid spill or vapour release, the FAST-ACT provides an immediate response to eliminate known and unknown chemical hazards while minimising exposure.Enware Australia will also showcase their new Cytotoxic spill kits especially designed ...

Portable Event Fence barrier system for outdoor and indoor activities from Spacepac Industries (17/02/2009)

... or storage Vertical bars eliminate climbing points Panels are able to pivot at joins Low profile feet reduce tripping hazards Dimension of # EF25/200 (16kg): 2,201.5l x 490w x 1,100h in mm Dimension of # EF40/110 (26kg): 2,213 x 534w x ...

Getex assist insurance industry to manage hailstorm asbestos hazards (13/02/2009)

... On December 2007, a severe hailstorm with heavy rain, strong winds and giant hail hit Western and North Western areas of Sydney. The worst affected areas were Blacktown, Baulkham Hills, Hornsby, Mt Druitt, North Sydney and Penrith.With ...

Getex point out the importance of asbestos survey

Getex discuss importance of asbestos survey (10/02/2009)

... the NSW Occupational Health and Safety ACT 2000, an employer is required to take reasonable care to identify foreseeable hazards including asbestos, and to assess the risk posed by those hazards.The employer is to eliminate or control those ...

Occupational Hygienists’ role in asbestos removal work plan

Getex discuss importance of Occupational Hygienists in asbestos removal work (4/02/2009)

... the NSW Occupational Health and Safety Act 2000 requires an employer to take reasonable care to identify foreseeable hazards including asbestos, and to assess the risk posed by those hazards. The employer is to eliminate or control those risks and ...

Wireless communication solution for emission analysis with Bluetooth module from Testo (19/01/2009)

... that include: Increased safety: The operator can be remote from analyser and hot areas, with no cables as tripping hazards. Saved spaces: In operation, storage and transport by the elimination of cables and optimisation of analyser-hose ...

First Aid Kit for workplace safety available from Safer Oz Industries (19/12/2008)

... layout of the workplace Number and distribution of employees such as shift work, overtime and flexible hours Nature of hazards in the workplace and severity of risk Location of the workplace in respect to doctors, surgeries and hospitals Known ...

Ansul Piranha and Ansul R-102 systems available from Wormald (18/12/2008)

... suppression systems protect personnel, and high risk, production intensive assets. Wormald have a special hazards team addressing the requirements of different commercial applications, including water deluge systems, water spray, water mist ...