Tradies are known for their tough hides, but plenty can benefit from more physio visits. The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) has reminded tradies to keep in tip-top shape rolling into Tradies
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Eyres eye safety innovation from Shamir
Safety eyewear has become an important and integral part of life. It’s no surprise that over 60 per cent of eye injuries occur either at work or while participating in active sports. SEE ALSO: Tradie
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Why RMIT students developed women-only tool belts
Something as simple as putting on a tool belt mightn’t seem like a big deal for most tradies. But for a percentage of Australians, many of whom are women, finding the right tool belt can be more frustrating
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A guide to safety gloves
Serious work-related hand injuries are still high – but can be avoided with the right gloves. Unfortunately, serious hand injuries including major cuts, loss of fingers, and severe long-term crush
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Women in apprenticeships award winners announced
Bunnings and NAWIC have released their 10 winners in the Women in Apprenticeships Award. The inaugural awards are designed to celebrate women in apprenticeships in a growing a thriving area of the industry.
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Beating the workers’ compensation stigma
Safe Work Australia is looking to reduce the stereotypes around claiming workers’ compensation. “Workers’ compensation provides an important safety net to support people who become ill or
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What plumbers need to know about lead free changes
Aussie plumbers will need to start reading up on lead free regulations. This comes as a national three-year initiative aims to reduce the levels of lead used in piping. SEE ALSO: Tradie Tough Tests Findings
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SA to conduct asbestos blitz
SafeWork SA will be targeting asbestos compliance this month after a similar successful campaign last year. Inspectors issued 130 improvement and prohibition notices in 2022 for buildings that required
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SA no falls campaign to focus on construction
SafeWork SA will focus on the construction industry for its latest no falls campaign. South Australia reported 77 serious injuries from falls in 2022. Of this stat, 59 injuries were in the construction
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Silica ban fast-tracked for Safe Work
The Federal Government has commissioned Safe Work Australia to report on a possible engineered stone ban. High silica-based stone products cause silicosis – an incurable lung disease common in tradies
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