EXPERT ADVICE

Makita Lithium-Ion batteries, designed with strict standards and internal electronic circuitry, must be used with Makita tools and chargers to avoid voiding warranties and Australian Standards approval. Non-genuine or altered batteries pose risks, including personal injury and property damage, with Makita disclaiming liability. To ensure safety and performance, it is advised to purchase genuine Makita products from authorised dealers.

Bollé Safety's eyewear offers comfort, style, and superior protection, addressing the challenge of ill-fitting glasses. The Silex+ Small model caters to smaller faces, ensuring a secure fit and advanced shielding. With lens options for different environments and the innovative CSP beige coating, these glasses prioritise safety and versatility for various work settings.

All employers have a duty of care to provide their employees and contractors with a safe working environment. Where there is moving machinery and plant items in operation an effective Lockout/Tagout program is a vital component.

The chest strap should be placed directly under the sternum, and the webbing should fit securely under the buttocks. As a rule of thumb, a correct fit should allow a flat hand to be placed behind the leg strap.

MATES in Construction is a national mental health and suicide prevention charity: an industry-based solution for an industry-based problem. MATES' integrated program of training and ongoing support reduces suicide through creating a workplace community of 'mates looking out for mates'.

National Safe Work Month is an important time to reflect on the importance of workplace safety and the wellbeing of our employees. No workplace is entirely risk-free, but it’s important that there are health and safety measures in place to manage these risks.

ACCUD is a renowned Australian company that specialises in manufacturing high-quality measuring equipment trusted by professionals in various industries. With a focus on precision, innovation, and excellent customer service, ACCUD has become a leading player in the industry, offering a comprehensive range of over 2000 reliable and accurate products.

Alpha VersaDrive is the world’s 1st modular quick-change cutting and drilling system. Custom-engineered quick-change adaptors connect the tool platform to any one of the Alpha VersaDrive attachment tools saving time, money, and increasing productivity.

With over 20,000 products designed for the specific needs of many industries with work at-height hazards, we can help find the combination of anchorages, body support and connector solutions to meet the requirements of many applications in the construction industry.

Powered Air Purifying respirators (PAPRs); include a blower that draws contaminated air through filter/s to remove contaminants, supplying purified air to the user wearing either an open head top (loose fitting hood) or tight-fitting facepiece.