A new report finds Australians continue to lose their lives to electrocution, more than 16 months after urgent recommendations were handed down to mandate the nationwide installation of safety switches. [ + ]

Trilithic has named CommsForce as its exclusive distributor for products and services in Australia. [ + ]

nbn's CEO has announced the appointment of Peter Ryan as the new chief network engineering officer. [ + ]

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is warning suppliers and installers of degrading Infinity cables, including DIY homeowners, to take action before months of hot weather could cause the cables to become brittle and put lives at risk. Property owners are also being urged to take action to avoid serious risks. [ + ]

Tesla Powerwall, a much-anticipated energy storage solution for the residential market, is now available in Australia through Origin and CSR Bradford. [ + ]

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator's (NHVR) revised National Heavy Vehicle Inspection Manual has been launched by Stephen Mullighan, South Australian Minister for Transport and Infrastructure. [ + ]

Researchers have developed a self-sufficient wireless transmitter powered by a foot-pumped urine operating wearable microbial fuel cell. [ + ]

The NZ Prime Minister has opened the new TE Connectivity building in Christchurch, a purpose-built facility optimised for staff wellbeing and future flexibility. [ + ]

The public consultation process on exposure standards for hazardous chemicals used in workplaces closes this Friday, 18 December. [ + ]

The federal government has passed reforms for the VET sector that should see greater protection for students and improve the performance of VET providers. [ + ]

Philips and Cisco have announced a strategic partnership to tap into the future of smart, internet-connected LED lighting.

Fleet and mobile asset management solutions provider MixTelematics recently joined forces with Brake Professional, a not-for-profit global membership service for professionals working in the fields of fleet safety and road safety. The two companies came together to co-host a webinar exploring the topic of in-vehicle technology and the impact on fleet safety. [ + ]

The first of more than 34,000 solar photovoltaic panels have been installed at Australia's largest renewables mining project in central Western Australia. [ + ]

Gordyn & Palmer has picked up a NECA Excellence Award in the industrial project category for the intelligent design of a 600 tph crushing and processing plant.

Safe Work Australia continues to deliver its series of virtual seminars, a valuable resource for anyone concerned with workplace safety and risk mitigation. [ + ]