Field Service Business > Safety

App keeps isolated workers safe

15 April, 2019

The TeLoRa app, which stands for The Lonely Ranger, provides regular, automated check-ups, live GPS tracking and direct messaging.


Power worker dies during maintenance work

04 April, 2019

An Ausgrid linesman has died after being electrocuted while working on the replacement of a low-voltage power pole in Lane Cove.


WA electrician fined for dangerous electrical installation

07 February, 2019

A licensed electrician and business have been fined $20,000 after a crucial safety component was not installed at a Wannanup building site in 2017.


Workers warned to guard against heat stress

25 January, 2019

WorkSafe has urged workers and employers to take precautions to avoid the risk of heat stress or heat stroke.


Worker electrocuted on Melbourne roof

17 January, 2019

WorkSafe is investigating the death of a 19-year-old man who was believed to be electrocuted at a home in Melbourne on Tuesday evening.


Four concerns about safe construction wiring

30 November, 2018

Regular audits of construction projects by WorkSafe Queensland have revealed four key areas for concern in regards to wiring compliance.


Home owners warned not to use unlicensed electricians

23 November, 2018

NT WorkSafe has highlighted the importance of home owners using licensed electricians, as failing to do so is illegal and can lead to serious safety issues.


Worker killed by high-voltage circuit breaker

15 November, 2018

A man in his mid-50s has died in hospital after a high-voltage circuit breaker is believed to have exploded at the Yallourn Power Station in Victoria.


Safety is crucial in Victoria's solar rollout — regulators

16 October, 2018

Worksafe, Energy Safe Victoria and the Victorian Building Authority are cracking down on safety amid the rollout of 30,000 new solar power and hot water systems.


Honeywell Skills Insight Intelligent Wearables

11 May, 2018

The Honeywell Skills Insight Intelligent Wearables feature a head-mounted visual display that responds to voice.


Fleet Complete Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) app

23 January, 2018

Fleet Complete's fully integrated standalone app provides fleet operators with a new safety tool.


Prysmian CableMate cable trolley

01 January, 2018

The Prysmian CableMate is a 2-in-1 frame that enables cable transportation and installation.


CASA issues mobile phone warning

15 December, 2016

A recent spate of in-flight emergency events has prompted the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) to issue a warning to passengers travelling over the holiday season.


Assessing fitness to drive

23 September, 2016

Assessing Fitness to Drive, a joint publication of Austroads and the National Transport Commission (NTC), details the medical standards for driver licensing for use by health professionals and driver licensing authorities, but should be on the list of things to read for fleet managers.


Decreasing driver risk

20 September, 2016

Learning how data can be used to zero in on safety concerns about driver behaviour and to develop models for running a safer workplace vehicle fleet will be significantly easier from now on, thanks to an online course being launched at FleetRisk.com.au.


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