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SAFETY-GLASS-DESIGNS

Explosive new unit

Thursday 18 December 2008

ASL has introduced the Sparkmaster, designed to meet the needs of explosive engineers who require a reliable shocktube-based system.


Ultrasonic gauge

Wednesday 10 December 2008

Pacific Sensor Technology has introduced the Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge PST-TM8812, designed for measuring thickness and corrosion of pressure vessels, chemical equipment, boilers and oil storage tanks.


Water blasting safety course

Monday 01 December 2008

Australian Pump Industries has designed an operator safety awareness course that is aimed at reducing the risk of injury in high pressure cleaning applications.


URS shows 4sight

Monday 01 December 2008

Engineering and environmental professional services firm URS, won the Australian Consulting Engineers Association’s national award for Education and Training for its 4sight Safe Behaviour Program.


Excellence in Environmental Management Finalist: Alcoa

Thursday 27 November 2008

Alcoa's Huntley Mine is a finalist in the 5th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards for their commitment to environmental standards during the construction of a new crusher site.


Innovative Mining Solution Finalist: Swick Mining

Monday 17 November 2008

Swick Mining is a finalist in the 5th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards for its development of the underground diamond drill rig.


These boots are made for mining

Wednesday 12 November 2008

Oliver Footwear has added the Tactical Boot to its all terrain range.


Coal Mine of the Year Finalist: Mt Thorley Warkworth Mine

Tuesday 11 November 2008

Rio Tinto Coal Australia's Mt Thorley Warkworth Coal Mine is a finalist in the 5th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards for its innovative approach to mine safety.


Eye protection increases worker safety

Friday 28 March 2008

ACCORDING to the latest Resources Safety MineSafe magazine, the amount of lost time eye injuries has decreased by more than 66%.


PPE statistics for mining

Saturday 05 January 2008

ARE there any statistics showing improvements in safety in the mining industry resulting from personal protective equipment (PPE) use?


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