EXPERT ADVICE

Providing immediate and effective first aid to workers or others who have been injured or become ill at work may reduce the severity of the injury or illness and promote recovery. In some instances, this could mean the difference between life and death.

The depletion of the ozone layer and a reduction in cloud cover are only a small number of factors contributing to a high UV rating. The ozone layer acts as the Earth’s natural shield from UV rays. As a result, we need to be much more vigilant protecting our eyes.

The best protection against cancer causing UV rays is to stay out of the sun. That’s pretty well impossible on most work sites, so the next best thing is to slip on a long sleeved shirt, slop on the PROBLOC®, slap on a wide brim hat and slide on some safety sunglasses.

Working in the Australian heat can be extremely challenging if the right precautions are not taken. It is important to implement a safety plan to prepare for the warmer months, follow these simple steps to ensure you and your team have a summer-safe workplace!

Heatleys is proud to support National Safe Work Month this October by committing to building a safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Every worker is responsible for knowing safety to ensure that they are working safely.

Bisley workwear launches their women’s range as research reveals female tradies at risk on work site. The range has been created following Bisley Workwear’s ongoing industry research that revealed female tradies may be putting themselves in danger on the worksite due to a lack of protective clothing options available to them.

Heatleys recognises the challenges women face working in what is perceived as a male-dominated industry. Women in the industry gave us their perspective on the shift in gender stereotypes and why gender specific workwear is so important.

Female representation in trades, mining and agriculture has been too low for too long. As a leader in ladies’ work boots in Australia and New Zealand, we’re pleased to see participation rates rising through the years. With more women entering trades and technical roles, Steel Blue has the safety boots to help them succeed.

There are safety features designed into workwear that many people aren’t even aware of. For instance, did you know certain industries favour different coloured workwear for specific reasons?

Does your worksite handle and store dangerous goods, such as flammable liquids? Safely storing dangerous goods is essential for organisations aiming to meet their Safework and environmental obligations.