For too long, respiratory protection has been treated as a last resort. A band-aid fix pulled out when conditions get visibly bad. But that mindset is changing rapidly. Across Australia’s high-risk industries, from construction and manufacturing to mining and tunnelling, there’s growing recognition that airborne hazards like respirable crystalline silica (RCS) are a serious, long-term […]
Respiratory protection is essential in many Australian workplaces, especially those where workers are exposed to hazardous dust, fumes, and airborne contaminants. While tight-fitting respirators like N95 masks and half-face respirators are commonly used, they require a proper face seal to be effective. This can be a challenge for workers with facial hair or those who […]
From 1 September 2024, stricter regulations for crystalline silica substances will take effect. These new rules aim to better protect workers in high-risk industries from the harmful effects of silica dust exposure. Silica dust can be found in many industries, including construction, mining, tunnelling, demolition, manufacturing, quarrying, and stonemasonry. If you’re working in any of […]
