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Are you ready for the revised AS1657 on walkways, ladders and platforms?

February 13, 2014 by Barry Spud Leave a Comment

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?

Filed Under: Workplace Safety Tagged With: as1657, ladder safety, ladders, platforms, stairs, Steps and Stairs

BCA Stairs and Railings

July 13, 2013 by Admin 1 Comment

BCA Stairs and Railings Slattery & Acquroff are Australia's oldest staircase builders and their website provides a useful design guide for safe staircase design. See the full story They also provide a link to a very useful guide to the staircase and balustrade requirements of the BCA published … [Read more...] about BCA Stairs and Railings

Filed Under: Workplace Safety Tagged With: amp, australia, balustrade, BCA, hia, railings, slattery, staircase design, stairs

Common Child Safety Hazards in Older Homes

June 6, 2012 by Admin Leave a Comment

Common Child Safety Hazards in Older Homes Guest post contributed by Sarah Bolt, on behalf of www.steel-line.com.au. Older homes are often filled with vintage character and charm, but they may pose safety risks for children in some cases. When moving into an older home, be sure to safeguard your … [Read more...] about Common Child Safety Hazards in Older Homes

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