The purpose of this safety alert is to highlight the importance of correctly locking out the free fall controls on mobile cranes fitted with this feature.
Edgers are used in most workplaces that have lawns and employ gardeners. Edgers can be used for long periods of time and can exceed 85 dB(A). Hearing protection is required for operators of edgers...
Brushcutters are widely used by gardeners. They vary in size, power and quality. Some lightweight units are common around schools and parks. Heavy-duty powerful units are used by some specialists...
Demonstration engines used in training situations consist of an automobile engine mounted in a frame complete with an ignition system, fuel lines, radiator and associated piping, exhaust system and...
The noise levels of bench and pedestal grinders vary with the type of work being performed on the tool. Larger pieces of metal such as 50 mm angle iron will produce much more noise (typically 105 dB(...
Electric drills vary in noise output according to type. Hammer drills produce the highest noise levels because of their impact function. The quality and method of construction of the drill also...
Angle grinders are used extensively in the metalworking and panel beating areas and can be used for wood carving when equipped with an "Arbortech" woodcarving disc. Other accessories such as...
Hand held belt sanders range in noise level from 92 to 103 dB(A). The noise levels are directly affected by the quality and condition of the tool. The free running noise level of a belt sander is...
Orbital sanders range in noise level quite dramatically, the quietest currently being the Festo and ELU brands (80-82 dB(A)). The noise levels are directly affected by the quality and condition of...
This educational article has been developed to assist in the identification of occupational safety and health (OSH) hazards. The hazard identification tools were developed following interviews with...
This is what an electrical safety certificate looks like. You should receive one from your electrical contractor within 28 days of the electrical work (other than repairs) being done.
A guide for the safe operation of an LP gas powered vehicle. Auto LP Gas safety Just like other forms of energy, LP gas (liquefied petroleum gas) is safe when treated properly. A correctly installed...
A wild fire occurred at Location 1434, South Coast Highway, about 42 km west of Esperance, on 15 December 2004. Energy Safety carried out an investigation into the cause of the fire and determined...
A wild fire occurred at Lot 2 Location 1039, Moonup Road, about 40 km west of Esperance, on Tuesday 14 December 2004. Energy Safety carried out an investigation into the cause of the fire and...
A wild fire occurred at Location 1482 South Coast Highway, about 72 km west of Esperance, on Friday 10 December 2004. Energy Safety carried out an investigation into the cause of the fire and...
Energy Safety carried out an investigation into the fire and could not determine the cause. The fire originated in the area of a network operator's power pole. However, there was no evidence of...
Energy Safety carried out an investigation into the cause of the fire in Dunsborough. It was determined that the cause of the fire was a leakage current due to dust or salt spray on the insulators,...
Energy Safety carried out an investigation into the cause of the fire near Breakwater Drive, Two Rocks Western Australia on 16 January 2009. It was determined that the fire occurred w hen two 22 kV...