Refuelling systems and Fire

Posted on 1 May 2015
Are you using pressurised 'quick-fill' refuelling systems?  Do you know the maximum flow rate your system can accept?  Do you know what flow your pumps actually deliver?  If you don't you may have a mismatch between the fuel delivery and fuel receiving systems. T...
Posted in:Ruth Knight  

Static Electricity hazards during transfer operations

Posted on 1 May 2015
Did you know that static electricity can accumulate when gas or liquid moves through pipes or filters?  If there are no flammable materials in the area this is unlikely to be a problem but what happens if the gas or liquid is flammable and a static electricity discharge creates a spark? ...
Posted in:Ruth Knight  

World Day for Safety and Health at Work and Workers' Memorial Day - Tuesday 28th April 2015

Posted on 28 April 2015
World Day for Safety and Health at Work and Workers' Memorial Day Tuesday 28th April 2015 The idea of a Workers' Memorial Day first began in Canada in 1984 and has since spread to many more countries, including Australia. On the above date you can put the focus on preventing in...
Posted in:Richard Forster  

Illegal Dumping of Asbestos

Posted on 1 March 2015
Illegal dumping of asbestos is a significant issue for local Councils, State Government Departments and Land Owners. The high cost of disposing of asbestos and asbestos contaminated material (ACM) has meant that illegal dumping of asbestos is very profitable. The cost is derived from the actua...
Posted in:Peter Attwood  

Trend Towards Casualisation or Contracting of HSE Roles in Australian Business

Posted on 1 February 2015
One trend which is worth noting is the trend seems to be towards casual, part-time or contracted HSE staff as opposed to the full time salaried employees. Many HSE professionals are finding that as soon as a new owner or company takes over a business, the training and development group and...
Posted in:Peter Attwood  

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Concerns about the risks due to the carcinogenic nature of common herbicides may not be justified. The concerns do not consider the differences between hazard and risk assessments.

Posted on 1 December 2015
Background Glyphosate and IARC Classification. Recently, the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared Glyphosate, the main ingredient in bro...
Posted in:Ian Good  

October - a time for solemn reflection and an opportunity to learn more about health and safety

Posted on 1 October 2015
The month of October is traditionally a busy one in the health and safety calendar. It will provide an opportunity to reflect. On Thursday 1...
Posted in:Richard Forster  

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