Workplace Safety Equipment Feature Articles for Australian Industry

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Keeping Manufacturing Costs Down 11/19/2014

Global competition in the manufacturing sector creates pressure to keep production costs low and productivity high. This is a difficult balance, particularly when it comes to payroll ...

5 Hot Spots for Manufacturers in the Aust-China FTA 11/17/2014

The Australia-China FTA worth at least $18 billion is expected to be signed on Monday afternoon, however manufacturers still have "mixed feelings" about it, according to Ai Group CE ...

Working at heights: managing compliance, safety and liability 11/13/2014

Implementing safety protocols for employees working at heights is a core principle for employers. However, the abundance of acts, codes and other standards makes this a difficult ...

China FTA 'could spell disaster' without safeguards, Lib senator warns 11/12/2014

Ahead of the imminent signing of a free trade deal with Australia's biggest trading partner, due to take place at this weekend's G20 Summit, senior Liberal senator Bill Heffernan ...

Key Steps to Writing a Workplace Safety Speech 11/11/2014

Part of an effective safety protocol is writing a workplace safety speech that will grab workers' attention. An engaging presentation will better hold their interest and increases ...

Ladders, steps and stairs: what to use and when 11/6/2014

The Australian Standard has specific requirements for ladders, steps and stairs. Building owners and employers open themselves to legal action if an injury occurs when the wrong ...

Tips for your sales team in a modern world 11/5/2014

The fundamentals of sales haven't changed: know your product, build rapport and keep filling your pipeline. However we live in a modern world with a whole bunch of new ways to improve ...

10-Point Safety Check for Scissor Lift Tables 11/5/2014

Scissor lifts are a vital tool for many production plants. They are also a liability if they lack safety features, aren't properly installed, or aren't functioning properly.

Manufacturing 'broadly stable' in October: Aust PMI 11/4/2014

The Australian Industry Group Australian Performance of Manufacturing Index (Australian PMI) increased by 2.9 points to 49.4 in October.

10 Things Every Facility Manager Needs to Know About Roof Safety 11/3/2014

Australian OHS legislation and state regulations and codes create a confusing landscape when it comes to height-related protocols. While it is important to be in compliance, ensuring ...

Warning issued for Aust-China FTA 10/27/2014

Industry has urged the federal government to only proceed with an Australia-China FTA after thorough and genuine consideration has been given to the impact it will have on the local ...

Govt building site reforms 'will mean' better safety 10/22/2014

Reforms announced by the government to rebalance and fine-tune safety regulations in the building and construction industry will lead to better safety outcomes, Master Builders ...

What to do when a hazardous substance is spilled 10/22/2014

Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations define hazardous substances as those that, if exposed, can have an adverse effect on health. Examples include poisons and carcinogens, along ...

6 Welding Safety Tips That Work 10/21/2014

Welding safety is a universal concern, regardless of the type of welding being performed. Safety threats come in the form of contaminated air and the potential for eye and skin ...

Aust firms 'more optimistic' about next 12 months 10/13/2014

Australian businesses are confident about their prospects for growth with the majority predicting an increase in turnover in the next twelve months, according to research published ...

Predicting mine collapses 10/13/2014

Engineering researchers are investigating ways to better predict the possible collapse of mines, dam embankments and large infrastructure sites.

7 Great Ways to Motivate Your Team 10/13/2014

Your team is your most valuable business asset. Keeping them engaged, motivated and satisfied should be your highest priority as a manager. Here are 7 great ways I get the most from ...

Australian manufacturing: are we ready for the information age? 10/8/2014

Australia needs to play to its strengths and transition from traditional manufacturing into new areas of competitive advantage, a white paper from the CSIRO has suggested.

Asbestos training funding a 'win-win' for building industry workers 9/26/2014

Asbestos Worker Program funding, which can save building and construction industry workers $225 and help them meet the end of year deadline for updating their asbestos qualifications, ...

Are you putting your health at risk in the office? 9/25/2014

Office workers need to move more, sit less and use warm-coloured lighting instead of blue-rich LEDs to help avoid some serious potential health risks, according to public health ...

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