Todd Saunders - Articles

 

Todd Saunders has fifteen years experience in OH&S in Defense, construction and engineering. He has written numerous articles on Personal Protective and Safety Equipment to enhance the level of safety for Australian workers. Todd is General Manager of Big Safety. The Big Safety website provides a wealth of information on products, user guides and safety standards for your business.

Safety Clothing and Workwear Standards Explained

This article provides a quick explanation into the Hi Vis clothing safety standards in accordance with AS/NZS 4602:1999 and AS/NZS 1906.4:1997. The article also discusses the benefits and requirements of workwear safety clothing including hi vis clothing, disposable clothing and other workwear. Read

By: Todd Saunders | 15/05/2009 | Fitness

Are safety glasses enough eye protection to save your eye sight?

This article is aimed at assisting Safety Managers to improve eye protection for their employees. The article goes into detail of additional considerations to ensure a complete eye safety program is in place. It details strategies for eye protection rather than just making safety glasses or safety goggles available. Read

By: Todd Saunders | 14/05/2009 | Health

Emergency Deluge Safety Showers and Eye Washes Explained

This article provides a brief introduction into the relevant Standards and requirements for use of Emergency Deluge Safety Showers and Eye/ Face washes. It dispels myths about appropriate alternative equipment. It lists the relevant standards and provides a basic self assessment tool to assist Safety Managers determine if they have suitable protection for their staff. Read

By: Todd Saunders | 12/05/2009 | Fitness

Fire Proof Dangerous Goods Storage Cabinet Selection Guide

This article is aimed at assisting Safety Managers to make an informed decision if they require a Flammable Goods Storage cabinet for their worksite. The article provides the features that a Safety Manager should expect in a Dangerous Goods Cabinet and list the standards for compliance. Read

By: Todd Saunders | 27/04/2009 | Fitness

Ear plugs and Earmuffs? Nah She'll be right mate

This article provides a brief view of the seriousness of hearing loss in the workplace. The article describes some staggering facts to demonstrate how wide spread the problem has become. This article also describes some useful ideas for minimising the issue that goes beyond ear plugs and earmuffs. Read

By: Todd Saunders | 07/04/2009 | Health

Failure to wear Safety Harness ends in Fatal Accident

After the recent fall related death at Maroubra, NSW, from not wearng a Safety Harness, it is time to refresh peoples memories of the frequency and seriousness of Fall related incidents. This article provides a simple three step plan to ensure these accidents do not occur. Read

By: Todd Saunders | 04/04/2009 | Health

The Benefit of the Original Gator Hook

Finally a quick and easy system for improving workplace safety, reducing Loss Time Incidents (LTI) due to trip hazards and enhancing lead and cable protection, enabling workers to focus on profit generating tasks. Read

By: Todd Saunders | 18/11/2008 | Small Business