April 21, 2015

Summiting Safety

The difference between fall arrest and fall restraint may sound like little more than a technicality, but the reality is so much more. Selecting one of these systems will leave long-lasting legacies for the worker

October 8, 2014

The Height Of Safety

Working at height remains one of the greatest risks to the safety of HVAC&R technicians nationwide. And the incidence of falls continues to alarm, with Safe Work Australia reporting 51 related fatalities in the construction industry between 2007 and 2012

September 5, 2014

Roof Anchors: How to be certain they comply with Australian Standards

Thousands of Australians clip their harnesses to Safety Roof Anchors every day. Their considered lifesavers. Compliance to Australian Standards and independent oversight through 3rd party certification are critical aspects to the design, manufacture and testing of roof anchors, ensuring the safety and reliability of a fall prevention system

April 14, 2014

A building certifier’s friend: the new AS/NZS 5532 for height safety anchors

What makes a roof safety anchor truly safe? Until now, nobody knew for sure and suppliers of roof safety anchors….

February 14, 2014

Are you ready for the revised AS1657 on walkways, ladders and platforms?

The revised Australian Standard AS1657 for fixed ladders, platforms and walkways released in October 2013 plugs some serious holes. Guard rails made of rubber, for example, are now explicitly unacceptable

March 25, 2013

Safety budget success – How to plan it, fund it and get everyone on board

May 26, 2012

Model OH&S laws – what it means for height safety

September 15, 2011

How often must I inspect my anchors and static lines?