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AES launch Reactec’s R-Link smart watch
Active Environmental Solutions (AES) has launched Reactec’s R-Link smart watch to improve occupational health and safety. R-Link brings together a powerful combination of workplace wearable technology ... -
Spartan Steel Industries fined after worker trapped under steel load
Spartan Steel Industries has been fined after a worker was trapped under steel load, resulting in the working being taken to hospital and requiring surgery. Spartan ... -
Industry, government and statutory bodies come together for welder safety
Industry, government and statutory bodies have come together to improve welder safety, ensuring that appropriate strategies are in place to reduce welder exposure to fumes and ... -
ACA launches future vision for construction industry
The Australian Constructors Association (ACA) has today launched its vision for the future of the construction industry, releasing its 2023-30 Strategic Plan. ACA president Annabel Crookes ... -
Pro-Vis AR safety app targets young workers and apprentices
AR Interactive, NSW Construction Site Safety Guide 2023/24 has produced a safety app targeting young workers and apprentices. In conjunction with Master Builders Association of NSW ... -
Common challenges for facility managers adopting new building operations software
Facility managers are critical to the successful operations, maintenance and management of modern buildings. They are responsible for ensuring that everything runs smoothly, from maintaining HVAC ... -
Building and construction authorities release carbon emission reduction guide
The emissions guide, released by Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) and Lendlease, highlights that 25% of a typical building’s emissions occur because of the emissions ... -
Building industry voice concerns following rock bottom approvals
The Australian building industry has voiced concerns with building approvals hitting their lowest levels since April 2012. Master Builders Australia (MBA) acting chief executive officer Shaun ... -
Timber and hardware industries celebrate 2023 NTHA National Awards
Australian timber and hardware industries recently celebrated the 2023 NTHA National Awards event brought by the National Timber & Hardware Association (NTHA). Taking place at the ... -
Flooring industry releases design for nation’s first stewardship scheme
The Australian Resilient Flooring Association (ARFA) has released the proposed design for ResiLoop, Australia’s first national stewardship scheme for resilient flooring. Resilient floorcoverings such as sheet ...
