Extreme heatwave warnings for NT miners
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a forecast for extreme heatwave conditions over parts of the Northern Territory in the next few days, with workers urged to seek shelter.
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Ensuring worker safety while supporting mental health
Safety Mate’s Skytec 3030V respirator is protecting workers when they need it most.
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Take action against welding fume exposure
While the risks posed by welding fume are serious, keeping safe can be straightforward.
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Revolutionising recycling: Mechanix Wear introduces RevUp
Last month Mechanix Wear attended the Queensland Mining Industry Health and Safety conference (QMIHSC), where it launched its Speedknit Eco range of knitted gloves as well as its new recycling program, RevUp.
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October is mental health month – Safety Mate supports better mental health for all
One in five Australians experience signs and symptoms of mental ill-health every year, yet more than half of them don’t reach out for help.
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Protection and sustainability hand-in-hand
Mechanix Wear is on a mission to protect miners while boosting long-term savings and sustainability for Australia’s mines.
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Safeguarding miners from silica dust
Proactive prevention is key to mitigating silica dust exposure and ensuring miners’ safety.
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Queensland miners reach lung check milestone
A free lung check mobile health unit that aims to detect mine dust diseases has hit a major milestone, having screened more than 1000 former Queensland mine and quarry workers.
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Stronger silica laws coming into effect
Safe Work Australia has published amendments to model Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations with the aim of strengthening protections for workers at risk of exposure to silica dust across all industries.
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Navigator X: The next generation of eye protection
The Navigator X eyewear range is providing workers in all industries with uncompromising protection while ensuring comfort and style.
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Protecting people and the planet: Sustainable solutions in PPE
Landfill continues to be a growing problem, both in Australia and across the world.
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Form-fitting safety
The latest protective goggles from Bollé Safety use a “first-of-its-kind” technology designed to conform to a user’s face.
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Reforms to improve coal mining chest X-rays
Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) has released a practical guide for improving image quality when X-raying coal miners’ chests for signs of silicosis.
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Mechanix Wear offers sustainable PPE
Mechanix Wear has long been the trusted name in automotive, home improvement, and law enforcement – now, the company is also enhancing its offerings in the mining sector.
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Coal dust exposure heralds warning to mask up
Recent levels of respirable dust nearly four times the acceptable limit at a New South Wales open cut coal mine has caused the state regulator to issue a warning to operators.
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Bringing superior protection and comfort to construction sites and mines
One in five Australians experience signs and symptoms of mental ill-health every year, yet more than half of them don’t reach out for help.
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A legacy name treading new ground
Tough work environments like mine sites demand the toughest of footwear. Fortunately for the industry, Oliver Footwear is rising to the challenge.
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How to choose a cut and impact resistant glove
Anyone performing manual roles involving machinery and power tools in the mining sector should look for gloves with both cut and impact protection.
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Protection for a worthy cause
With its Black Dog range of PPE, Safety Mate has surpassed $1 million in donations to the Black Dog Institute (BDI), an important mental health research organisation.
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Getting ahead of silicosis with Safety Mate
Safety Mate’s Skytec 3030V respirator is keeping workers in heavy industries protected against the dangers of silica.
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