Daily Bulletin

Business Mentor

.

5 Occupations for Which Safety Workwear Is Crucial

  • Written by News Company

For some of us, getting down to business means doing the dirty—and a lot of times, dangerous—work. Think of firefighters, who risk life and limb in order to tame hazardous conflagrations that threaten both life and property. There are also those on the forefront of the medical care continuum—nurses, doctors, and technicians who risk exposure to dangerous diseases just to give patients a second lease on life. Or how about those who work in the construction industry—people for whom compression and falling debris accidents are a daily reality.

Such individuals, and others like them who work in many other risky professions need all the protection they can get to safeguard their health and wellbeing in the workplace. To achieve this desired protection, workers must have all the necessary safety workwear clothing and other personal protective equipment or PPE.

Working in risky industries may pay well, but one’s safety is paramount, and no amount of money can ever equal that risk. That is why it’s critical that the clothing you wear while working is Safe Work Australia compliant. Workwear that adheres to safety requirements ensures that the user is protected while performing the risky nature of their jobs. This way, you will also be protected by the system that governs this regulation. To look for quality PPEs, you may check out the quality workwear by Workwearhub and other similar shops.

In this short guide, we’ll fill you in on some of the occupations for which using protective clothing and equipment is an absolute must.

Vehicle and equipment cleaners

Being a vehicle and equipment cleaner may not seem like a pretty dangerous job, but because these individuals often work with hazardous caustic substances, they are consistently at risk of incurring chemical burns. According to a study by researchers from the Louisiana State University, being a vehicle and equipment cleaner is one of the most high-risk professions when it comes to occupation-related burn injuries. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also notes that the products that vehicle cleaners use—car and truck cleaning products, rust removers, and aluminum brighteners—often contain corrosive hydrofluoric acid because of its effectiveness in removing roadway matter.

As such, it is important for vehicle and equipment cleaners to protect their hands and body with gloves and workwear that have high permeation resistance against dangerous chemicals. They should also wear protective glasses and respirator for eye and lung protection if the situation requires them.

Foodservice personnel

Look into any restaurant and you’ likely find their kitchen to be always busy, hot, and full of items that can cause injury to the people working inside. This makes being a foodservice personnel another dangerous occupation, behooving those who work in commercial kitchens to use appropriate protective gear.

Wearing fire-resistant kitchen or chef’s jacket and apron is necessary to create a barrier between the body and objects that can cause scald and burn injuries, including open flames, hot tools and appliances, and hot liquids and food products. Conversely, wearing cut-resistant gloves can protect one from cut injuries arising from the use of sharp knives and cleavers, while oven gloves can protect a worker from scald and burn injuries caused by handling hot grills, baking trays, and other hot objects. Finally, non-slip shoes are also necessary in preventing slip and fall injuries usually caused by wet floors inside kitchens.

A kitchen staff’s protective clothing not only prevents cross-contamination of food to protect the diners and guests, but it also protects their bodies from harm that could occur inside the kitchen once the frenzy of the peak period begins.

Electrical workers

Electricians and others who work on electrical equipment and components are at risk of electric shock, arc flash burns, arc blast impacts, puncture wounds, and other injuries. Although wearing the proper PPE can be cumbersome for an electrician who is doing dexterous work in often uncomfortable positions, it is important if the person is to avoid harm. Standard PEE for electricians include nonconductive hard hats, arc rated suits, rubber insulating gloves, nonconductive shoes, and safety glasses.

Foresters and loggers

Harvesting trees is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world, thanks in no small part to the hazards posed by powerful logging machines and the incredible weight of the trees being felled. Couple this with difficult environmental working conditions and you can understand how frail a forester or a logger can be in everyday situations. As such, it is absolutely important for these individuals to wear protective gear when working in the field. These include chainsaw chaps for leg protection, chainsaw gloves for the hands, heavy-duty logging fxd boots, a safety helmet, a pair of safety goggles (or a full-face shield), and a pair of earplugs or earmuffs to protect one’s hearing with.

It would also help those foresters and loggers to wear high visibility clothing because there will be times the thick foliage of the trees covers the sunlight and makes everything dark in the forest in the middle of the day. The neon marks on the protective clothing keep them visible to other members of their group and give them sufficient warning should they need them.

Laboratory Personnel

Laboratories can be hotbed of hazards, depending on the specimens and agents being kept and studied within their premises. Biological labs for instance, can be home to samples of minimal potential hazard, or they can be facilities dedicated to the research of highly infectious pathogens. On the other hand, chemical laboratories typically involve processing chemicals and other matter to engender reactions, synthesis, distillations, purifications, or some other result.

Depending on what is being handled, chemical labs—like biological labs—can pose a risk of exposure to workers. As such, lab personnel are required to wear PPE like splash-proof and flame-retardant laboratory coat and pants, enclosed shoes, permeation resistant gloves, and safety glasses or goggles. Technicians and scientists may also use respirators to protect themselves from fumes, vapours, dust, particulate matter, and airborne microorganisms.

Even though the use of personal protective equipment does not eliminate the presence of hazards within the working environment, they are instrumental in reducing workers’ exposure to these hazards, as well as in lessening the seriousness of any injury that these individuals may incur. In a lot of cases, safety workwear and accessories are all that stand between workers and a fatal turn of events.

Safety workwear is an essential part of a worker's arsenal of tools and equipment to protect them from danger while they conduct their daily responsibilities. It is something that they need to pay very close attention to since this will ensure their protection from ailments that could jeopardize their ability to earn a living for their families. Not adhering to the recommended safety workwear will expose one to terminal diseases, injuries, and a host of other dangers that may also be life-threatening.

Zebpay launches in Australia

  • Written by Tess Sanders Lazarus


Zebpay will launch in Australia in May 2019 offering the market access to one of the world’s leading ‘incident-free’ cryptocurrency exchanges.  Zebpay will cater to experienced crypto enthusiasts as well as crypto newcomers, searching for an intuitive, easy to use platform.

 

In 2017, the total value of digital currency trading in Australia was around AU $5.9 billion.   Many experts state the value of the market is growing by at least 20 percent per year on average, with the exception of 2017.   Interestingly, according to Accenture, men make up around 80 percent of traders.   Clearly the crypto market represents a significant opportunity for crypto infrastructure investment and this is one of the key reasons why Zebpay, the world’s largest crypto-exchange has chosen to spearhead its global expansion into Australia as part of its worldwide market growth strategy.

 

Zebpay is one of the fastest growing and most popular cryptocurrency exchanges in the world offering access to the most used cryptocurrency Australia.  Headquartered in Singapore, the business has achieved extraordinary growth and success since launching as Zebpay in 2014, boasting over three million users and two billion in fiat transactions.   Capturing over 60 percent of the market in India, Zebpay has now expanded its focus, opting to grow its market share worldwide. 

 

“Zebpay is firmly committed to advancing the crypto sector and offering a safe, fast, reliable and user friendly exchange platform with the vision of making cryptocurrency more accessible to all.   Since launching, Zebpay has served the market on a mass scale and is drawing on this capability and experience to expand to over 130 countries globally including Australia,” Zebpay CEO Ajeet Khurana, said today.

 

“We are delighted to be launching in Australia this month and we look forward to working with the Australian market.    We are setting up a local presence in Australia and are focused on not only providing an excellent platform, but also delivering comprehensive education and support and driving industry leadership in the crypto sector.

 

“Less than one percent of people globally have participated in cryptocurrency and yet it is now recognised as the third investment sector, in addition to property and shares.

 

“We aim to shift the one percent upwards.   Digital currency is the way of the future.  You can buy products over the counter in Japan using Bitcoin.  The key to greater take up is access to safe, easy to use purchase and selling facilities and Zebpay is the ideal solution.

 

“With Zebpay, we are offering Australians the ability to buy and sell crypto quickly and safely with ease using our simple, intuitive and user friendly platform.

 

“A lot of people are interested in cryptocurrency and they would like to get involved but they are not sure how to do it. 

 

“Zebpay is making cryptocurrency available to everyone. 

 

“We are very proud of our Zebpay product.   It is highly regarded for its exceptional security protocols and is the result of relentless work by our teams to challenge the status quo when it comes to digital assets security.  In addition to this, Zebpay has the proud distinction of being an ‘incident-free’ exchange.  Exceedingly high levels of security and legal compliance is a given with Zebpay.”

 

With an office at Stone & Chalk in Melbourne, a major Fintech hub, Zebpay’s expansion is being headed by one of the industry’s leading startup and growth masterminds, Sandeep Khurana (not related to Ajeet Khurana).  Sandeep is a board member of Zebpay Australia and is working with the leadership team to oversee the brand’s growth in Australia.   He has led the launch of various fintech startups and enterprise incubators in the Asia Pacific region over the last 18 years and will help fulfil the potential of the paradigm shift that Zebpay offers to the crypto-community.

 

Zebpay has already demonstrated its innovative edge by becoming one of the first bitcoin exchanges in the world to offer batched transactions and was the first global exchange to support Lightning Network withdrawals.

 

The product features available to users in Australia include:

 

-        Instant buy and sell of cryptos across five trading pairs,

-        Bitcoin Lightning Network withdrawals,

-        Multiple payment integrations available, allowing consumers to make bank transfers and wallets to bring fiat to their Zebpay account,

-        No fees for Fiat deposit and withdrawal until 31 August 2019; and

-        A welcome offer:  AU $30 bonus on crypto purchases worth AU $100 or more

 

“Our deep-rooted commitment to advancing the crypto-community, for everyone, is evident in all aspects of Zebpay’s business,” Ajeet added.

 

“We believe inclusion and accessibility is the best form of expansion.  The range of features available will ensure that all Australians will be able to buy and sell cryptocurrencies, as well as understand them.

 

“We have a vision of sharing the benefits of crypto which are currently being enjoyed by a few, to an outcome where they are being enjoyed by the many.   We want all Australians to know that we are the ‘go to’ place to buy and sell crypto with ease because we are safe, forward thinking, reliable, trustworthy and highly capable.” 

 

www.zebpay.com

Choosing the Right Mini Digger: Factors to Consider

In the vast landscape of construction and landscaping projects across Australia, mini diggers have become indispensable tools. These compact machines pack a powerful punch, offering versatility and ...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Effective Strategies to Generate and Nurture Sales Leads for Business Growth

Boost your business's growth. Discover effective strategies to generate and nurture sales leads! A sales lead refers to an individual or business entity that is potentially interested in purchasing...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Products Made from Petroleum

From transportation to healthcare, petroleum has become an integral part of our everyday lives. This fossil fuel serves as the foundation for a wide range of products that surround us, offering conv...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

BlueHoldings Introduces Premium Membership To Elevate VIP Status

Zürich, Switzerland - BlueHoldings, a leading player in the financial services sector, announces the introduction of its Premium Membership, designed to enhance the VIP status of its esteemed client...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Mum's the Word: Celebrating Australian & Global Mother's Day Traditions with Perth Florists

Mother's Day is a cherished tradition in Australia, celebrated on the second Sunday of May each year. In 2024, Mother's Day falls on May 12th, offering the perfect opportunity to shower your mum wit...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

The Job Seeker's Handbook: Practical Tips for Finding Your Next Opportunity

Embarking on a job search can often feel like navigating through a maze—filled with twists, turns, and occasional dead ends. In today's rapidly changing job market, finding your next opportunity req...

Daily Bulletin - avatar Daily Bulletin

Tomorrow Business Growth