Preventing Noise-Induced Hearing Loss By Jerome E. Spear, CSP, CIH Noise, or unwanted sound, is a by-product of many industrial processes. Sound consists of pressure changes in a medium (usually air), caused by vibration or turbulence. These pressure changes produce waves emanating away from the … [Read more...] about Preventing Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
New Book–Safety Under Construction
New Book – Safety Under Construction Disclaimer: This is an editorial, it is not an endorsement or advertisement and we do not gain any commercial benefit from the promotion or sale of these books. The publishers of this new Safety Book asked me if I could run an article for them, saying that their … [Read more...] about New Book–Safety Under Construction
Failed life-saving falls equipment
New revelations regarding failed life-saving falls equipment after last night’s ABC 7.30 Report Media Release In the wake of last night’s ABC 7.30 Report on falls from height, the Working At Heights Association has a warning: “If you’re counting on a harness attached to an anchor system to save … [Read more...] about Failed life-saving falls equipment
An Example of a Risk Management Plan for Use on Any Project
Click HERE for our free Risk Assessment Forms and Templates An Example of a Risk Management Plan for Use on Any Project Introduction The risk management plan identifies the risks that can be defined at this stage of the project life cycle, evaluates them, and outlines mitigation actions. Your … [Read more...] about An Example of a Risk Management Plan for Use on Any Project
Are you ready for the revised AS1657 on walkways, ladders and platforms?
Carl Sachs of Workplace Access & Safety has put together this article talking about the changes to the newly released revision of AS1657, the standard concerning walkways, platforms and fixed ladders. The standard has had some significant changes that may well be of interest to Australian … [Read more...] about Are you ready for the revised AS1657 on walkways, ladders and platforms?
Securing a Cargo Using Ratchet Tie-down Straps
Securing a Cargo Using Ratchet Tie-down Straps Properly securing cargo being transported is extremely important for avoiding danger to everyone involved. If not done correctly, the cargo could fall off during emergency braking, crashes or even during the regular course of the journey – causing … [Read more...] about Securing a Cargo Using Ratchet Tie-down Straps
2014 Safety Slogans
2014 Safety Slogans Here are a few new 2014 Safety Slogans just sent in by a reader: Be safe and clean in 2014 Be safety extreme in 2014 Make safety supreme in 2014 In 2014 everyone on-board the safety team Let safety be seen in 2014 Safety is the scene in 2014 Thanks to Joe Lang from Globe … [Read more...] about 2014 Safety Slogans
Barbeque Safety
Barbecue Safety One of the nation's favorite pastimes is throwing a little shrimp on the barbie. The delicious aroma of barbecuing mixed with a little fair weather fun is one of the most perfect ways to relax. However, grilling can also be dangerous if the proper preparations are not made and the … [Read more...] about Barbeque Safety
How to Introduce a Harmonised Safety System
Introducing a harmonised OHS Management System – by George Robotham “Assume for a moment, you have a newly established business, and you have been tasked with establishing a corporate (not operational) OH&S system, that complies with the new Commonwealth OH&S Act. How would you go about … [Read more...] about How to Introduce a Harmonised Safety System
Risk Assessment Checklist
Some good examples of Risk Assessment Checklists Our own collection of Risk Assessment Templates – CLICK HERE Manual Handling Risk Management Checklist from Sydney University: [download id="109"] UV Risk Assessment Checklist for Outdoor Workers: [download id="110"] Electrical Safety Risk … [Read more...] about Risk Assessment Checklist