Blackwoods - Safety Spotlight Magazine Edition 1

Edition 1 / October 2020

AD-APT®, A REVOLUTIONARY COOLING TECHNOLOGY // PAGE 9

// LOOKING AFTER VALUABLE ASSETS

WHEN EVERY JOB RELIES ON YOUR EYES, IT PAYS TO LOOK AFTER THEM // PAGE 19

CONNECT WITH A BLACKWOODS TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST

// WHEN GLOVES ARE TOO HOT TO HANDLE

OUR INTEGRATED APPROACH TO SAFETY For over 140 years, we’ve been Australia’s leading industrial and safety equipment provider. You’ll find us across the country on construction sites, mine sites, and on desert roads, making sure workers are protected when it matters most.

But our approach goes far beyond simply supplying safety products. We invest time and expertise in our customers and share our broad depth of knowledge, so they are equipped to ensure that every employee, contractor and visitor returns home healthy and injury free.

It’s what we refer to as our assess, inform, equip model. At each stage of the process, we collaborate with clients to ensure they get the right product, technical knowledge, and training, at the right time.

We work with customers to understand the specific hazards they face. Drawing on the knowledge of our technical team, we share the expertise needed to review, test and manage safe work practices.

Where stock is critical and time is limited, we can provide streamlined solutions using smart technology to help you better manage inventory, reduce cost, free-up capital and improve productivity.

When managing safety on worksites, knowledge is the key to prevention. Our goal is to stay abreast of the latest safety standards, recommendations and technology so we can keep our customers informed.

Our Technical Safety Specialists are experienced in a wide range of industries, from mining to construction.

They offer a wealth of hands-on practical knowledge and a passion for helping customers stay informed and protected.

Our global sourcing expertise and capability coupled with long-standing relationships with market leading manufacturers throughout the world ensures our customers are provided with any best-practice developments and innovations in the safety space.

With fit-for-purpose product selection guidance, sourcing, delivery and post purchase support in line with applicable standards, we have everything you need to get the job done safely, and if we don’t have it, we can get it.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, GET IN TOUCH WITH ONE OF OUR TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALISTS

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Our holistic approach to safety is what sets us apart and it’s something we’re incredibly proud of. Because when our customers can do their job safely and confidently, then we know we’ve done ours. Together we’re helping build a better Australia.

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SOURCING IS CRITICAL

With a strong commitment to sustainability, Blackwoods work hard to maintain a responsible and transparent supply chain. Managing supply partners under the Sedex methodology, ensures they are continually striving to align with global best practice.

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WORKHORSE Understanding Australia’s harshest working conditions, and developing workwear to protect workers, is what Workhorse Workwear has been doing since 2014. The recently launched all-white Bio-Motion range, ensures night workers are not just noticed, but visible.

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3M™ HELMET CONNECTIVITY Head protection is one of the most important pieces of PPE (Personal Protective Clothing) and may be the critical difference between life and death in hazardous environments. That’s why all the parts and accessories need to be made to work together.

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BLACKWOODS SIGNAGE OFFER Good communication is essential for creating a safe workplace, with safety signage playing a critical role. When your signage needs go beyond a standard format or size, Blackwoods Signage can design and manufacture custom signs to suit.

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// SOURCING IS CRITICAL Behaving responsibly and acting with integrity is fundamental to the way Blackwood’s operates as an organisation. As part of the Wesfarmers group, they promote and support a rigorous sustainability agenda.

Blackwoods is a recognised leader in managing design, development and supply chains globally. That means they are committed to working with supply partners to continuously improve ethical business practices by engaging with their supply partners to deliver sustainable solutions.

By building stronger relationships with supply partners, Blackwoods is able to better mitigate reputational risk to their business, brands and more importantly, to their valued customers.

Another vital aspect to the Blackwoods business is the proactive promotion of responsible behaviour in their supply chain to protect the well-being of factory workers and their communities in which exclusive brands, such as Workhorse Workwear and PROSAFE, are manufactured.

Blackwoods has a governance framework to ensure their Ethical Sourcing Program is executed and monitored in line with an agreed strategy and process. Ethical Sourcing KPI’s such as independent audit frequency, timely assessment, remedy of compliance criticalities, and training deliverables are reported annually and published in the Wesfarmers Sustainability Report, which is independently audited.

By utilising the respected SMETA 6.1 audit methodology developed by Sedex, Blackwoods ensures they are continually evolving to align with global best practice. As such, Blackwoods holds their supply partners accountable in a range of areas including safety practices, legal compliance, labour and human rights, modern slavery, anti-bribery and environmental impact.

Blackwoods prides itself on knowing, trusting, and supporting their supply partners to make a positive impact on global supply chains.

Blackwoods is also committed to maintaining its place as Australia’s first choice for industrial and safety products and services, by continually maintaining and improving the quality of its processes.

Putting customers and safety first, they ensure that products and services meet the relevant legislative and industry based requirements and comply with recognised local and international regulations.

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WANT TO KNOW MORE? GET IN TOUCH WITH OUR BLACKWOODS ETHICAL SOURCING TEAM

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// BUILDING AUSTRALIA SAFELY WITH WORKHORSE Understanding the risks associated with working through the night, Cahal Callanan Workhorse Workwear is proud to launch an all-white Bio Motion workwear range.

WHAT IS BIO-MOTION WORKWEAR? Bio-Motion refers to the use of retro-reflective tape applied to garments in a way that allows the movement of a person to be amplified and thus increasing the persons visibility at night.

Retro-reflective tape is applied in two separate hoops around the sleeves of a shirt, one above the elbow and the other closer to the wrist. For trousers, each leg has two hoops of retro-reflective tape, one hoop is above the knee and the other is below the knee.

WHY ARE BIO-MOTION TAPED GARMENTS SAFER? These garments greatly improve the visibility of night workers, by reflecting light in a recognisable human form. By placing the retroreflective tape in a Bio-Motion

MSH179 BIO MOTION REFLECTIVE TAPED LONG SLEEVE

pattern, the combination of light and movement draws the attention of a driver or machine operator.

The sooner a person is identified the sooner the driver can react and potentially avoid a collision.

Workhorse

DESIGNED IN AUSTRALIA

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WHY WHITE? White is naturally the most luminescent colour and provides the greatest contrast to a dark environment. A person wearing white becomes visible sooner than a person wearing any other colour.

High Visibility colours like yellow and orange are best for day visibility and offer no improved visibility at night.

WHO IS THIS RANGE IDEAL FOR? Road, rail and mining industry workers, plus anyone working around moving vehicles during the night.

WHY WORKHORSE WORKWEAR? We pride ourselves on being the smart choice when it comes to workwear. Industrial quality workwear at an affordable price. Workhorse Workwear is manufactured to a high standard and its quality is backed by Blackwoods.

MPA069 BIO MOTION REFLECTIVE TAPED NIGHT WORKS PANT

MJA057 BIO MOTION WET WEATHER JACKET

CAHAL CALLANAN Workhorse Workwear Specialist

25 Years Industry Experience

MPA080 BIO MOTION NIGHT WORKS WET WEATHER PANT

MOV066 BIO MOTION NIGHT WORKS LONG SLEEVE OVERALL

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STEPPING INTO A NEW DIRECTION ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S & NEW ZEALAND’S KEY WORKWEAR BRANDS Workhorse Workwear has been a staple workwear brand with Blackwoods since its launch in 2014.

Designed to withstand Australia’s harshest working conditions and provide protective and affordable uniform solutions, it has become a favourite with customers.

Workhorse Workwear is excited to launch a new logo, catalogue and vision for the future. It is proud to say Workhorse Workwear stands for the worker, the business owner, the safety officer.

Designed to withstand Australia’s harshest working conditions and provide protective and affordable uniform solutions.

The Workhorse Workwear team are relentless in their desire to protect workers and get them home safely. By putting all their efforts into the design, development and manufacturing of industrial quality workwear they are confident the brand and range will continue to grow.

Workhorse Workwear’s mission is to be the smart choice in workwear, the provider of industrial workwear that is protective and will endure the harshest environment.

Blackwoods and Workhorse Workwear have a vision that everyone can afford to wear the right workwear to stay safe and perform at their best.

CHECK OUT THE COMPLETE RANGE IN THEIR LATEST CATALOGUE

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Exclusive to Blackwoods Sold in Australia & New Zealand Over 2.5 million units sold Manufactured in 7 global factories Sedex Member

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// DELIVERING TRUE VALUE

Workhorse

DESIGNED IN AUSTRALIA

FIT FOR PURPOSE Designed in Australia, based on feedback from Australian and New Zealander customers.

INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH Durable and designed to last in the harshest environments. Tested to meet the AS/NZS Standards.

PEACE OF MIND Developed and backed

by Australia’s leading industrial supplier.

AFFORDABLE Real pricing, no middle man, no fancy advertising.

QUALITY CONSTRUCTION Manufactured in Sedex approved factories alongside Australia’s leading Workwear Brands.

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STAYING COOL WHEN THE HEAT IS ON Working in the heat can sometimes be hazardous, and without the right safety processes in place, employees are in harm’s way.

The human body is comprised of over 60% water, so exposure to hot environments, or working or performing strenuous activities in these conditions can cause people to sweat up to 1 to 2 litres or more per hour.

Sweating is the body’s natural way of cooling down, and maintaining adequate hydration is critically important to ensure workers avoid becoming dehydrated and feeling the effects of heat illness and heat stress.

Dehydration severely affects an individual’s performance and general well-being. Just a 2% loss in fluid may impair the output of workers dramatically, and higher percentages of fluid loss can cause more severe effects.

There are several options to mitigate the risk of incidences of dehydration, heat illnesses, and heat stress in the workplace. Firstly, sources of heat can be eliminated or substituted by scheduling work during the cooler parts of the day. Secondly, engineering and isolation controls can be used to remove heat, like using fans to circulate the air or erecting barriers to protect workers.

When heat sources cannot be eliminated, substituted, or engineered away, then a suitable hydration program, work apparel, and PPE are of vital importance to managing the risk to employees.

A supply of water to workers is the key to successful hydration programs. Various options exist to have water readily available, from individual carried bottles and cooler jugs, through to hydration backpacks. Hydration stations using 20L or 40L coolers are useful to administer water to multiple workers at once.

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Proper hydration does not merely mean drinking litres of water. While water is a key component, our body also needs certain amounts of electrolytes to stay adequately hydrated.

Essential electrolytes such as Sodium, Potassium, Calcium and Magnesium are lost through sweat and must be replaced. Blood pressure, fluid balance and muscle contractions are some of the key functions that electrolytes help regulate in our bodies.

Having an adequate supply of electrolytes is an important factor to consider when developing a hydration program, which is why Sqwincher® can play a vital role. Sqwincher® offers a range of drinks and concentrates, from regular, to frozen, to sugar-free options, and they come in all sizes to cater for every workplace.

In addition to hydration, cooling products such as neckties, hard hat inserts, and cooling towels can help increase your body’s natural ability to dissipate heat through evaporation. For more extreme thermal environments, ice or cooling vests use frozen liquids to keep the body’s core cool.

So if your team is working in the heat, make sure you have a comprehensive plan of action to deal with any scenario.

This will help ensure your workers stay safe, focused, and productive.

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// W HEN GLOVES ARE

TOO HOT TO HANDLE We’ve all been there. Wearing a pair of gloves while working on a blisteringly hot day. Which, 100% of the time, leaves hands sweaty, smelly and feeling all-around uncomfortable.

Standard Glove Polyurethane/Nylon

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The science behind this is relatively simple. Our skin contains an average of 155 sweat glands per square centimetre, but our hands have 83% more than that. In fact, the palms have a whopping 370 sweat glands per square centimetre.

ATG® decided to tackle this issue and created AD-APT®, a revolutionary cooling technology that works in partnership with their glove innovation AIRtech. This combination of cooling and airflow keeps hands dry, and more importantly, productive, in harsh conditions.

We caught up with Dan Bircher, the lead technologist at ATG®, “Over 95% of glove wearers say their key challenge is keeping hands cool.

We took this feedback on board and set out to create a product that not only cools the hands but is comfortable too.”

ATG® have implemented a considerable amount of technology into what’s usually considered a simple product.

Bircher says, “AD-APT® is activated not only by the hands moving, but also by the glove heating up.

This releases a cooling agent that keeps hands dry and reduces their temperature.”

And just when you think ATG®’s latest innovation couldn’t get any better, there’s even more impressive news. They worked with the Skin Health Alliance to ensure their AD-APT® technology is dermatologically accredited.

“It was really important for our product to be tested in independent laboratories. When another organisation gives you a big tick, you know you’re on to a winner. This accolade is a reminder that the gloves are skin-safe, and the science and research meet international regulatory standards,” says Bircher.

Cooling Technology

SO THE NEXT TIME YOU’RE REQUIRED TO WEAR GLOVES IN THE HEIGHT OF SUMMER, MAKE SURE YOU GRAB A PAIR WITH AD-APT® TECHNOLOGY SHOP NOW YOUR HANDS WILL THANK YOU FOR IT. ASSESS | INFORM | EQUIP

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WORKSITE COOL HOW WORKWEAR BRANDS ARE ADDRESSING HEAT STRESS IN 2020 WHAT IS HEAT STRESS? Heat stress occurs when your body cannot cool itself quick enough to maintain a healthy temperature. If left untreated, can lead to heat stroke which occurs once the body’s core temperature reaches 40.5°C. Heat stroke can lead to organ failure and even death.

HOW CAN WE REDUCE THE RISK OF HEAT STRESS? Employers and workers can do several things to keep themselves safe during hot conditions, including taking regular breaks, increasing water intake, reviewing work targets/schedules to adjust to the conditions.

Choosing the right workwear and footwear is also extremely important and can reduce their susceptibility to heat stress.

WHAT’S NEW IN WORKWEAR AND FOOTWEAR? KingGee have a number of exciting innovations, beginning with WorkCool Pro BioMotion; a light weight Ripstop stretch range, which features multiple ventilation points on the pants and shirts. A notable advancement to keeping the heat out is the segmented heat sealed retro reflective tape, because the tape is broken into segments it allows greater airflow to the wearer. A wearer would notice a significant difference if they were transitioning from traditional workwear styles.

For industries that don’t require an all Cotton uniform the new Hyperfreeze Polo shirts from KingGee offers the coolest solution. Utilising a treatment with Xylitol (normally found in mint lollies) it transforms your polo shirt from holding sweat, to actively using your sweat to lower the temperature of the fabric in order to keep you cool, truly revolutionary and a great advancement in Polo shirts. Available in men’s and women’s styles, in multiple colours including High Visibility colours with segmented retro-reflective tape.

Hard Yakka is also driving innovation with its ShieldTec range, it provides protection against flash fire and arc flash, while being lighter in weight and cooler than its competitors, feedback has been positive from our customers noting it’s more comfortable to wear than previous ranges.

Workhorse workwear offers great basics when it comes to addressing heat stress, a lighter weight drill range at an affordable price means this summer everyone should be in the right workwear.

Lastly and not to be forgotten is footwear, if your team is working in the heat then review your footwear options. KingGee have launched a new work boot called Quantum which use KULKOTE® temperature regulating technology to keep your feet cool and expel heat, essentially it is like air conditioning for your feet.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE STYLES OR HOW TO STAY SAFE IN THE HEAT, REACH OUT TO YOUR LOCAL TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST FOR A FULL UNIFORM REVIEW 10

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// INDUSTRY SOLUTIONS WAREHOUSING I LIGHT MANUFACTURING

OIL I GAS I ELECTRICAL

INFRASTRUCTURE I MINING

MSH001 Vented 2-Tone Shirt

Y04370 ShieldTec Shirt

K54215 WorkCool Hyperfreeze Polo

Y02525 ShieldTec Cargo Pant

K13006 CoolMax Denim Jean

MPA004 Vented Cargo Pant with Tape

K26545 Vapor Sneaker

Tradie Boot

Y60280 Atomic Work Boot

INNOVATIONS IN WORKWEAR & FOOTWEAR TO CONSIDER FOR YOUR NEXT UNIFORM SELECTION

Workhorse

DESIGNED IN AUSTRALIA

K27120 QUANTUM BOOT

K27185 PROCOOL INTELLIGENT BOOT

MSH172 2-TONE HI VIS VENTED SHIRT

K54880 WORKCOOL2 SPLICED SHIRT

K53820 WORKCOOL2 RIPSTOP PANT

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COMFORT FROM THE GROUND UP

TIRED AND SORE FEET INCREASE YOUR RISK OF SLIP AND FALL INJURIES It is important to understand that every part of your footwear contributes to the comfort of your feet; the sole composition, inner sole technology and materials used. The more comfortable your footwear the lower the risk of foot fatigue and workplace injuries.

For comfort as well as performance and protection always work from the ground up. When providing a recommendation, Brendan Ryan our Technical Safety Specialist always starts by selecting the sole type first.

The sole composition is determined based on the risks identified and the work environment. Sole types include PU (Polyurethane – dual density), TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane), PUR (Polyurethane Rubber), PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) for gumboots, and EVA midsoles.

For light industries e.g. warehousing and transport, styles with an EVA midsole work best providing excellent step rebound. They are the lightest sole option and are normally found in a jogger or hiker style.

These styles also feature a composite toe cap for optimal lightweight comfort and protection.

For medium to heavy industries, a TPU or PUR sole is recommended, both provide slip and abrasion resistance. The PUR gives you improved grip/slip resistance and is ideal for wet or greasy environments, it also provides heat resistance to 300°C. Consider a higher style boot for added ankle support, and zip sides for easy removal.

Consider the Oliver 55-332Z, this is a wearer favourite and for good reason. It has a PUR sole, high leg, premium impact-absorbing PORON® pads, linings that absorbs moisture and odour to keep your feet comfortable, and a footbed with extra cushioning that adds to the wearers comfort.

BRENDAN RYAN Technical Safety Specialist

30+ Years Industry Experience

Oliver COOLstep® lining to absorb moisture and odour for optimum freshness and hygiene

Long wearing All Terrain rubber outsole designed for superior grip and durability. Anti Static

Water resistant leather Latex toe cap liner for added comfort HEELguard for stability and impact protection NATUREform® Type 1 Toe Cap. Wider profile for greater comfort NANOlite® footbed for enhanced comfort and reduced odour Shock absorbing Polyurethane midsole COMFORTcushion® Impact Absorption System uses a combination of cellular urethane and PORON®

Stabilising and support shank

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COMFORTcushion Impact Absorption

NATUREform wide profile Type 1 safety toe cap

Antimicrobial Technology

SOFTstride Contour Comfort Support

HEELguard

NANOlite footbed

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// WATCH YOUR STEP ARE YOU OR YOUR WORKERS AT RISK OF A FOOT PUNCTURE WOUND?

In many workplaces where sharp scrap metals, nails, screws and spikes are a hazard, the use of penetration resistant safety footwear should be considered.

Historically, having the protection of penetration resistant boots came at a cost to the wearer, they were more rigid and less comfortable than standard safety boots. However, innovation in penetration resistant materials now means wearers get the added protection they require, without the discomfort.

Advances in technology have enabled the creation of lightweight textile insoles that are certified to the same Australian Standard (AS 2210.3:2019) as safety boots using rigid metal plates to achieve penetration

resistance. The textile insoles are composed of multiple layers of woven and bonded materials. The textile insole becomes an integral part of the sole construction and sits directly under the footbed — most wearers would not know it was there.

Added protection without reducing comfort, a clear win/win.

If you have identified foot puncture wounds as a risk hazard in your business, then consider, the latest release from Blundstone. Style #983 has been designed with all the much-loved features of their best-selling #992 but in a crazy horse leather and featuring a penetration resistant insole.

WORK & SAFETY BOOTS Crazy Horse, Style #983

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// HOW WORKWEAR CAN

SUPPORT WOMEN IN INDUSTRY

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW & HOW TO SUPPORT THE SHIFT IN YOUR BUSINESS

Y08330 ShieldTec FR Shirt with FR Segmented Tape

BHP one of our Blackwoods customers is leading the charge in this area, they have a goal of reaching a 50% female workforce by 2025 and recently conducted a full review of their uniform range to ensure women are catered for as adequately as their male counter parts, as a result of that review Blackwoods added over 50 new women’s style including a high visibility maternity range.

Y02320 ShieldTec FR Cargo Pant with FR Tape

K43820 Workcool2 Ripstop Pant

Y60240 5” Side Zip Boot in Wheat

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Speaking with Fiona McDonald from Tradeswomen Australia, a not for profit organisation, that aims to increase the female participation rate in trades, we asked her to share her top tips for retaining women in their new roles. She noted providing mentors, reviewing workplace culture and the workplace environment as key. She also noted reviewing a company’s uniform offering saying “Being able to wear the equivalent uniform in women’s workwear to her male counterparts is important for looking and feeling a part of the team”.

K54235 WorkCool Hyperfreeze L/S Polo

K27370 WOMEN’S TRADIE ZIP

As a result of businesses recognising the benefits of a gender diverse workforce, more women are being accepted into non-traditional roles. With this can come some significant operational changes for a business.

Y60240 5” Side Zip Boot in Wheat

49-432Z WOMEN’S SAFETY BOOT

892 WOMEN’S SAFETY BOOT

Our extensive women’s workwear range now also includes the Hard Yakka FR ShieldTec range, it offers protection against flash fire and arc fire, and the KingGee HyperFreeze Polo range, the ‘coolest’ polo on the market in a dedicated women’s fit.

READ THE FULL INTERVIEW WITH FIONA MCDONALD & VIEW BLACKWOODS FULL WOMEN’S WORKWEAR RANGE Edition 1 / October 2020

INDUSTRY RUSH+ Clear

RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS • Assembly Line Worker CONTOUR Clear • Machine Operator RUSH+ SEAL Clear • Food Industry Worker ILUKA Clear • Forklift Driver NESS+ Clear or CSP

MINING TYRON CSP

RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS • Drillers Offsider TRYON Polarised or Smoke • Underground Worker BAXTER Clear • Excavator Operator MERCURO Polarised or CSP • Rail Labourer NESS+ Smoke or CSP

CONSTRUCTION CONTOUR Smoke

RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS • Truck Driver MERCURO Polarised or CSP • Powertool Worker BAXTER Clear or CSP • Carpenter COBRA Clear • Project Manager SILEX+ Smoke or Clear

IF YOU’D LIKE TO STAY SAFE AND LOOK GOOD AT THE SAME TIME, THEN CONTACT YOUR TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST

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THROUGH A NEW LENS

What do miners, construction workers, and factory hands all have in common? At some point, they’re all required to wear eye protection.

And it might come as no surprise that each distinct working environment requires a unique lens technology to ensure workers can perform tasks safely.

their innovations have paved the way for stylish protective eyewear.

For instance, engineers moving from warm environments to cool ones may need an anti-fog lens.

Or a supervisor working on a construction site might need polarised lenses to help prevent light glare from hitting him/her directly in the eye and affecting their vision.

Thankfully, Bollé Safety has a legacy of stylish eyewear which they’ve been able to replicate in their safety range.

When it comes to the right eyewear for the right job, Bollé Safety has got all the bases covered. Not only do they have some of the most stylish designs on the market, but their safety range is specifically designed for harsh working conditions.

The Comfort Sensitivity Perception (CSP) range is an effective solution for jobs that involve alternate exposure to bright light and low light, while also withstanding extreme temperature environments. And their Polarized technology is perfect for outdoor activities where there is a high risk of glare or reflections.

We caught up with Jack Hansen from Ready Workforce, who manages staff from a wide range of industries.

“Some days I’ll have a crew working in the mines who spend all day going from darkness to full-on sunlight. If these guys don’t use the right eyewear, they could end up with serious damage.”

That’s why Bollé Safety has invested millions into creating products for the harshest environments – and

“It’s also really important to the team that eye protection isn’t ugly.

The lads might get pretty grubby on the job, but they care about how they look. They can be a vain lot to tell you the truth,” laughs Hansen.

So what exactly do Bollé Safety offer in the way of protection? Their Platinum range has a permanent coating applied to both sides of the lens that’s highly scratch resistant and delays fogging.

“Bollé Safety really have come to the party and helped protect my workforce without sacrificing on style. Some of my guys wouldn’t wear anything else,” Hansen concluded.

All of Bollé Safety’s eye protection innovations are designed to look after Australians who work in high risk occupations.

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// A LWAYS USE

YOUR HEAD

You wouldn’t replace a Toyota’s drive shaft with one made by Mazda. And you wouldn’t chuck a Ryobi battery on your Makita drill. Well, as strange as it sounds, the same logic applies to your helmet.

Head protection may be the crucial difference between life and death in hazardous environments. That’s why all the parts and accessories need to work together with the right connectors. Because if they don’t, the fit may not be secure, and the wearer’s overall safety could be compromised.

To help choose the right safety helmet and accessories, employers should undertake a comprehensive risk assessment. This will establish the need for head protection within specific work areas, as well as determine how a solution can be implemented.

The risks identified in the assessment may include vertical impact, lateral

impacts and sound hazards if noise is present. It’s important to note that when PPE is provided by employers, appropriate health and safety training must be arranged.

The 3M™ Interchange boasts a range of helmet-mounted face shield carriers which use one attachment mechanism, allowing a number of face shield materials to be connected. The interchange system also offers brow guard head-mounted carriers that fit the same face shield, so you can get an entire face protection solution from one supplier.

LOGO PRINTING & BRANDING FRONT

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Min, 20 units each order

Another bonus of using accessories that work together is the comprehensive range of 3M™ hearing protection. There’s passive hearing protection for short or long duration noise or active protection for improved communication between workers in noisy workplaces.

You can also attach sweatbands, chin guards, and shaded visors, so you’re prepared for any job. With such a wide range of additions available from 3M™, you might never have to deal with any other head protection supplier.

The best addition to your helmet, however, may not be a safety accessory. It’s the ability to brand your gear with company logos and high visibility images. There are various logo and printing positions and colours available, and you can print on orders as low as 20.

3M™ can help you design and create a bespoke visual solution, so now you can stand out from the crowd in more ways than one.

Various colours of ink Premium quality certified

LOGO

The logo dimensions depends on: 1. Shape of logo/artwork 2. Style of cap 3. Printing position

Model shown: HC40 series. Cap printing is similar across all helmets.

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// T HE SOUND

OF THE FUTURE to present symptoms.

And by then, it’s too late.”

The next evolution of hearing solutions has arrived, and it’s a massive leap forward from what you might use today. By combining existing knowledge with new technology, Honeywell have created a connected headset with cloud software and a range of advanced features.

Honeywell’s VeriShield Smart Hearing Solution consists of a protective headset that reduces background noise to safe levels within the earpiece, allowing workers to communicate more clearly and easily.

The headsets can even alert workers when they are nearing and surpassing their daily noise dose limits.

Heather Torrey, president of Honeywell’s Industrial Safety business explains the inspiration behind the innovation. “Noise induced hearing loss is a subtle, often progressive occupational risk that can take a long time

Torrey says, “With our VeriShield Smart Hearing Solution, we provide immediate feedback to inform workers and empower

companies to proactively prevent exposure to unsafe noise levels, at every moment.”

But perhaps the most impressive feature is the headset’s ability to continuously record and transmit noise-related data to Honeywell Safety Suite. This is a cloud-based service that collects and reports critical safety data and can be viewed and interpreted from a range of devices.

Supervisors and workers can monitor and view noise exposure data, including noise peaks, patterns and unusual occurrences.

Generated data can now help safety managers improve their company’s hearing programme by developing a personalised approach to worker safety.

“The visualisation software can motivate staff to take part in preserving their hearing because they can actually ‘see’ the hidden hazard,” explains Torrey.

It’s fascinating to see the technological advancements in hearing protection, and the entire industry is excited to see what Honeywell will develop next.

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// WORKING ON THE EDGE

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE BLACKWOODS TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST TO ARRANGE A SITE ASSESSMENT

In many work environments, edges at height are more common than you think. Look around any construction site and you’ll notice the many materials that make up the edges of a floor, roof or formwork. Falls over an edge are more hazardous than other falls, because the edge can sever or damage the lifeline which increases the force upon the worker as the fall is arrested.

Honeywell has recognised these hazards and taken the opportunity to introduce a new suite of Self Retracting Lifelines called the Turbolite Edge, Turbolite Extreme Edge, and Falcon Edge.

The Honeywell Turbolite Edge SLR range are compact, lightweight, durable SRLs that are simple to use and available in a multitude of configurations. They come in a range of lengths across cable and web options, and there’s a variety of connection options too.

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Perfectly suited to your personal profile, the SLRs have the capacity to support user weights up to 140kg in all connections at foot-level and above. The cable leading edge units meet the most stringent safety standards: EN360 Type B, VG11 (Rev 08) edge tested.

The Honeywell Falcon Edge Self-Retracting Lifelines (SRL) offer versatility, reliability, and maximum safety, and are designed for performance in edge applications with an edge radius of ≥ 0,5mm. These lifelines provide protection when tasks require anchoring at foot level, and meet the most stringent safety standards, including EN360 Type B, VG11 (Rev 08). The Falcon Edge SRLs are perfectly suited to fit your personal profile, with the capacity to support user weights up to 136kg.

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// L OOKING AFTER

VALUABLE ASSETS BECAUSE WHEN EVERY JOB RELIES ON YOUR EYES, IT PAYS TO LOOK AFTER THEM.

Whether you’re checking the factory floor for hazards or tightening a 10mm bolt, we rely on our eyesight to get the job done. Regardless of our role within an organisation, our vision is integral to completing everyday tasks.

So when you’re working in an environment that requires eye protection, it’s paramount to choose the right pair.

But picking the right eyewear isn’t merely a case of grabbing the first one on the rack. Contrary to popular belief, one size doesn’t fit all. Research shows that if you don’t have the correct fit for your face shape, you’ll increase the chances of injury.

Head and face shapes vary considerably, so what should you do when shopping for new eye protection?

Well, firstly make sure the style and frame suit the environment you’re working in. Secondly, ensure the glasses are aligned with the shape of your face, the gaps between the frame edges and your skin should be as small as possible. And lastly, try on as many styles as you can, some models feature lens angle and sidearm adjustments to improve the fit and position of the frame.

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Please check out the checklist below for reviewing the fit of your eyewear 1. No uncomfortable pressure points on the side of your head or behind the ears 2. Nose piece is comfortable and contacts your nose without pinching. Do you prefer a fixed or adjustable nose piece?

3. You should be able to see in all directions without major obstruction.

4. Overall weight of safety eyewear is evenly distributed between your ears.

5. Frames fit close to your face without hitting your eyelashes.

The space around the frames and your face should be less than or equal to 6-8mm.

Gaps between the frame and the face are as small as possible.

6. Lenses cover your eyebrow and any soft tissue around it.

7. Safety glasses stay in place when you move your head front to back and tilt your head side to side.

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// WHERE CAN I GO FOR SIGNAGE SUPPORT?

Blackwoods Signage understands safety signs play a key role within a safety management plan and creating a safe workplace. They believe safety signs are a simple and effective means of communicating the hazards and potential dangers to employees and visitors of all cultural backgrounds.

Whether you’re reinforcing health and safety policies or driving behaviours and actions to prevent injuries or serious accidents in the workplace, safety signs are an integral part of any solution.

Blackwoods Signage are an Australian manufacturer delivering flexible and tailored end-to-end signage and graphic solutions throughout Australia. From workplace signage surveys, product selection identification and recommendations, to graphic solutions and manufacture, their expert in-house team can assist in a fast and timely manner.

With a product range that includes safety signs, traffic signs, temporary signs, lockout tags, building and vehicle branding to promotional and point of sale signage, they are a single-source solution provider.

Blackwoods Signage employs leading-edge technology to manufacture in excess of one million signage products each year in accordance with all Australian classifications, regulations and standards.

Through the use of ultra-violet and solvent digital printing techniques, coupled with precision automated profile cutting, all safety signs are manufactured to the highest standards and consistency with regards to colour, quality and size.

And when your signage requirements go beyond a standard format or size, Blackwoods Signage can provide a solution to meet your needs.

Committed to the environment, Blackwoods Signage maximise the use of eco-friendly opportunities, from equipment to raw materials, and work closely with like-minded suppliers to reduce their joint carbon footprint. From fully recyclable polypropylene consisting of fifty percent recycled materials to recycled packaging cartons, Blackwoods Signage also operate an in-house recycling program for mild steel, aluminium, plastic and paper.

With a dedicated team of Technical Safety Specialists throughout Australia, Blackwoods Signage welcome the opportunity to assist you in determining the most cost-effective signage solution to make your plans a reality and keep employees and visitors safe.

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SEE THE DIFFERENCE THE ANSELL GUARDIAN PROGRAM CAN MAKE TO YOUR BUSINESS

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Sourcing protective gear often seems straightforward. Need hand protection?

Buy a pair of gloves. That all sounds simple enough, but it soon becomes a challenge when you see how many products are available. Not just in quality, but price too.

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“Since July 2014, our recommendations have reduced injuries by an average of 65%, we’ve decreased customer’s product styles by an average of 25%, and saved organisations a total of $148m, which is something I’m really proud of,” says Keith.

It’s easy to see why Keith is so passionate about his job. It not only saves customers money, but reduces product waste while keeping workers safe on-site. Which is a great result, any way you look at it.

Depending on the busines objectives, one or more of the following solutions will be deployed

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Ansell even has a clever piece of software connected to a database of over 30,000 chemicals. The software cross-references chemicals with the type of job (and how often the job’s performed) then produces a list of appropriate products. Although this sounds complex, Keith knows how simple it is, especially from a user’s perspective.

With 12,000 assessments conducted since 2010, it’s fair to say Ansell really know what they’re doing, and the numbers speak for themselves.

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Head of the Guardian team at Ansell, Keith Chui, explains why their service is so valuable. “We know customers want value for money. But sometimes they can focus too heavily on reducing costs, which can compromise workers’ safety. That’s why our Ansell Guardian program helps businesses optimise their hand protection needs. We can come on-site and do a full inspection to assess what products are appropriate for their workplace.”

“Our expert will sit down with the customer to get all the details of the job and workplace, then take a tour of the site. We do all the hard work upfront to make sure the software knows what it’s dealing with. We can then formulate a plan to determine which gloves are needed to complete jobs comfortably, and productively,” says Keith.

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Thankfully, Ansell Guardian provides a solution. Their service helps customers select and use the correct hand protection to improve safety and productivity without breaking the bank.

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// WORKING AT HEIGHTS MANDATORY INSPECTIONS

We all have a duty of care to prevent injury or harm to staff, contractors, and visitors in the workplace. The identification of workplace hazards and implementing controls to reduce or eliminate them form the basis of many workplace Standards, Regulations and Government Acts.

All inspection data is entered into the Bullivants Electronic Asset Management system which can be accessed via a secure web portal. This system provides improved traceability of your valuable assets and advises you of your due or overdue inspections.

With the significant increase in the installation of permanent ‘Working at Heights’ equipment, such as safety lines (or static lines), anchor points, rigid rails, vertical/ladder lines or fall protection equipment, there is a responsibility to maintain this equipment in a good and serviceable condition.

Bullivants capabilities exceed far more than just inspecting and testing. As approved and accredited installers, their experienced Installed Systems Team can provide a complete service, from the initial enquiry, including design, supply and installation, through to handover training and annual inspections. You can be 100% confident you’re getting a reliable and trusted solution with Bullivants.

It’s an Australian Standard AS1891.4:2009 requirement that this apparatus is inspected and, in some cases, tested, by a qualified professional at a specified interval – and more often if site conditions or state regulations dictate. Height safety systems are also generally required to be inspected and tested with recertification, 10 years after the installation date.

With an extensive network of branches across the country, Bullivants can service any area in Australia. Ensure your workers are safe and their equipment is fit for purpose by giving Bullivants a call.

If you’re unsure about your workplace regulations or whether certain equipment requires inspection, contact Bullivants. They have skilled, authorised, and professional height safety personnel who can ensure your ‘Working at Heights’ gear meets or exceeds Australian Standard requirements.

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SUMMARY OF INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH AS1891.4:2009 APPLICATION

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Personal equipment including harnesses, lanyards, connectors & fall arrest devices

Inspection by height safety operator before and after each use

Belts, harnesses, lanyard assemblies and associated personal equipment

6 Monthly inspection by height safety equipment inspector

Permanently installed anchorages, horizontal lifelines and rails

12 Monthly inspection by height safety equipment inspector, or as per State^ regulations

Fall arrest devices such as inertia reels. Full service including dismantling where indicated

Yearly service by specifically trained personnel*

All items of personal and common use equipment

Inspection by height safety inspector on entry or re-entry into service

All items which have been stressed as a result of a fall

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// KEEPING CONNECTED

REVISION OF AS/NZS 1891.3 FALL ARREST DEVICES The Australian and New Zealand Standard for Fall-Arrest Devices AS/NZS 1891.3 has been released as a 2020 revision which contains some major updates.

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dditionally, the standard now requires textile A line components of devices to meet the light degradation performance requirements of AS/NZS 1891.1.

3M™ Self – Retracting Lifelines (SRLs) are manufactured and tested at the 3M™ US facility. They are tested and certified to relevant international standards, including those of the US, Canada and Europe.

The webbing lines of 3M™ web SRLs sold into ANZ meet the new requirement of light degradation testing as per AS/NZS 1891.1. This includes the recently re-designed and released 3M™ DBI-SALA® Nano-Lok™.

What makes the new Nano-Lok™ SRL so special?

In short, it’s light on weight, and heavy on upgraded benefits:

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CE certified personal SRL that allows for foot level tie-off for users up to 140kg

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New models offer up to 18% reduction in minimum fall clearance required compared to previous generation

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// STAYING SAFE UNDER PRESSURE If people are working around high pressure fluids in your business, it’s important to identify all aspects of safely managing a high-pressure fluid system. This includes the emergency response and treatment of any injuries that may result from interaction with the system.

For example, the speed of fluid forced through a pinhole break in a hydraulic hose can reach 250 metres per second – almost the same muzzle velocity of a rifle. At this speed, fluids can be driven through protective clothing, including gloves. This can cause a very small puncture wound, and if left untreated can lead to amputation.

While this may sound alarming, wearing the right PPE gear can help mitigate a lot of the dangers associated with high-pressure fluids and gases. One of the protections available is the HexArmor Pointguard Ultra range. These incredible gloves can withstand fluid injection resistance up to 700 bar, and they’re designed for increased dexterity and comfort. Now your team can complete jobs efficiently while staying safe.

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So whenever your crew are working with high-pressure fluids or gasses, think about how quickly fluid can exit a hydraulic hose. It’s probably all the motivation you need to ensure they’re wearing the right protective gear.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION ENGAGE WITH OUR BLACKWOODS TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALISTS TO FIND THE RIGHT PRODUCT TO SUIT YOU

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// LOCK IN MADE IN YOUR SAFETY AUSTRALIA PROTOCOLS Does your uniform require special attention?

Each year thousands of people are injured in the workplace while maintenance on machinery is carried out. Many of these injuries could have been avoided with an effective lockout tagout system. But implementing isolation protocols doesn’t have to be daunting or time-consuming, because the SafeSite Program by Mayo Hardware delivers complete solutions efficiently and easily.

The program provides mining, power generation, manufacturing, utilities, transport, and the oil & gas industry customised lockout tagout solutions that meet a workplace’s specific needs. This includes Master Lock safety padlocks and lockout devices, as well as custom key systems that ensure one employee’s key can’t open another employee’s padlock. There is also an extensive range of padlock identification solutions including laser engraving, traffolyte labels and photo identification.

Mayo Hardware can even conduct an obligation free site survey to identify your exact lockout tagout requirements, and implement a bespoke solution for your workplace. By employing Mayo’s customised solutions, you can safeguard the wellbeing of your staff and protect them on the job.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE SAFESITE PROGRAM

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When considering unique designs, custom fabrics, or highly personalised uniforms, you may need to consider local manufacturing. Local manufactures can give you greater flexibility when it comes to customising your uniform, however finding them is not so easy, as most brands have shifted their production abroad.

Tuffa Workwear is one of the few workwear brands that manufactures workwear both locally, and abroad. Established in the late 70’s the brand specialises in highly technical apparel and their Melbourne factory has the ability to personalise styles to meet their customers unique needs.

Samuel Yap, Blackwoods Senior Account Manager shares with us how his large electrical industry customer needed a fire retardant and ARC flash protective uniform for its 500+ Australian workforce, and why Tuffa FR was the best solution.

“Once we understood their specific FR uniform requirements and how they intended to place orders, we realised an Australian made product would deliver the best results.

So, we turned to Tuffa Workwear. Tuffa, have provided exceptional service and are constantly evolving their offering to keep up with the latest innovations, we have found them to be reliable, flexible, and accommodating regarding small orders and made to measure sizes, on occasion we have even sent people to be personally measured at their factory for their uniform.”

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MEET OUR TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALISTS Our team of Technical Safety Specialists are experienced in a wide range of industries and invest time with customers to understand the specific hazards they face. They share knowledge so that customers are equipped to ensure that every employee, contractor and visitor returns home healthy and injury free.

The Blackwoods technical safety team help customers get the right product, technical knowledge and training, at the right time.

Together we help to build a better Australia.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW OUR TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST TEAM CAN HELP YOU

PETER AGNOS

HEAD OF TECHNICAL SAFETY - NATIONAL +61 417 819 584 Peter.Agnos@blackwoods.com.au

JON MARTIN

TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST - WA

TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST - QLD

+61 438 439 155

+61 407 728 860

Jon.Martin@blackwoods.com.au

Dean.Anderson@blackwoods.com.au

MICHAEL SIMPER

CAITLIN DEBIASIO

+61 429 347 245

+61 408 571 120

Michael.Simper@blackwoods.com.au

Caitlin.Debiasio@blackwoods.com.au

TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST - WA

CRAIG POSTILL

TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST - SA/NT

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DEAN ANDERSON

TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST - QLD

MARIA FOX

TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST - QLD

+61 417 998 488

+61 418 689 923

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BRENDAN RYAN

TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST - NORTH NSW

JANELLE COCCIA

TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST - SOUTH NSW

+61 417 231 550

+61 459 805 179

Brendan.Ryan@blackwoods.com.au

Janelle.Coccia@blackwoods.com.au

LESTER DAVIES

TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST - NSW

DREW DAUNCEY

TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST - VIC/TAS

+61 418 265 269

+61 408 624 653

Lester.Davies@blackwoods.com.au

Drew.Dauncey@blackwoods.com.au

KAREN MCNAMARA

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER APPAREL & FOOTWEAR - NSW

CHRIS BEATON

TECHNICAL SAFETY SPECIALIST - VIC +61 437 998 112

+61 407 934 112 Chris.Beaton@blackwoods.com.au Karen.McNamara@blackwoods.com.au

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ASSESS We work with customers to understand the specific hazards they face. Drawing on the knowledge of our technical team, we share the expertise needed to review, test and manage safe work practices.

Where stock is critical and time is limited, we can provide streamlined solutions using smart technology to help you better manage inventory, reduce cost, free-up capital and improve productivity.

INFORM When managing safety on worksites, knowledge is the key to prevention. Our goal is to stay abreast of the latest safety standards, recommendations and technology so we can keep our customers informed.

Our Technical Safety Specialists are experience in a wide range of industries, from mining to construction. They offer a wealth of hands-on practical knowledge and a passion for helping customers stay informed and protected.

EQUIP Our global sourcing expertise and capability coupled with long-standing relationships with market leading manufacturers throughout the world ensures our customers are provided with any best-practice developments and innovations in the safety space.

With fit-for-purpose product selection guidance, sourcing, delivery and post purchase support in line with applicable standards, we have everything you need to get the job done safely, and if we don’t have it, we can get it.

Our holistic approach to safety is what sets us apart from other suppliers and it’s something we’re incredibly proud of. Because when our customers can do their job safely and confidently, then we know we’ve done ours. Together we’re helping build a better Australia.

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