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Inadequate safety systems for chemicals results in prosecution

Monday 15 February 2010

A fireproof clothing business has been fined $135,000 after a worker suffered corrosive chemical burns to the face - only six weeks after a chemical splash caused another worker to become blind in one eye.


OHS smarts and solutions on show

Wednesday 21 October 2009

Workshops, seminars, demonstrations and acres of safety products and services are expected to draw around 10,000 visitors to Sydney Showground for The Safety Show and Sydney Materials Handling next week.


Safety In Action draws big numbers in defiance of downturn

Monday 20 April 2009

There were 10,290 visits to Victoria's recent occupational health and safety trade shows, Safety In Action and Melbourne Materials Handling, together with the Carbon Reduction & Trading Expo.


Workplace safety

Wednesday 15 April 2009

AMARE Safety will unveil two new products for enhancing workplace safety on stand 4202 during National Manufacturing Week.


Safety solutions, forklift championship and new fire area at safety show

Monday 30 March 2009

Organisers of the Safety In Action and Melbourne Materials Handling trade show predict thousands of new safety solutions across three acres, the National Forklift Championships and an entirely new Fire and Security feature area will be the highlights of this year's events.


Eyewash station

Wednesday 28 January 2009

G&A First Aid Supplies now has available the Aero Eyewash Station said to work quickly, easy to use and is easy to see.


Eyewash station

Monday 01 December 2008

G&A First Aid Supplies now has available the Aero Eyewash Station said to work quickly, easy to use and is easy to see.


Selling the safety message when the economy goes soft

Monday 10 November 2008

The 10,276 visits to The Safety Show Sydney this year proved safety remains a priority for business.


What you should know about hand injuries

Monday 25 August 2008

THE HAND is a complex and unique instrument that is only ever really appreciated after it has been injured, according to plastic surgeon, Dr Eddy Dona.


Guide to OH&S staff training

Friday 20 June 2008

THERE is a legal requirement to provide workplace trainingin OH&S to assist in achieving the duty of care for the safety, health and welfare of our employees. This is contained in the principle OH&S Act in each state of Australia.


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