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Establishing Wireless Communications Networks

5 March 202414 April 2026
Workplace

Regardless of the type of work environment your business operates within, it should have an up-to-date emergency plan which includes an evacuation and nurse call system. Depending on the type of system, you might need a specialist to hard wire it into your premises. If you’re using an Orisent system, you’ll just need to identify where you want to install your evacuation or nurse call triggers, and evacuation sirens, then power up your devices and test.

A Simple Safety Innovation

12 February 202414 April 2026
Workplace

The brain is one of the most vital organs in our body, and trauma to the brain, even seemingly minor head injuries, can cause permanent behavioural and cognitive problems, such as memory loss, an inability to concentrate, sleep disorders and in some cases, permanent disability or death.

Hard hats – one of the most simple yet innovative pieces of safety equipment, have been used since days of old, where they evolved from a helmet used to provide protection solely in warfare, to the standard protective hard hats we see in industry today.

Selecting The Right Fire Alarm For Your Site

4 January 202414 April 2026
Workplace

Whether you’re a sole trader or a project manager, you need to make sure that you have proper safety equipment onsite for you and your workers. Safe and well-protected workers are happier workers. Installation and use of proper safety equipment by you and your workers means you won’t have to worry as much about you and your team’s health and well-being. This can help everyone focus on their jobs and maintain output to the best of their abilities.

Preventing False Evacuation and Nurse Call Alarms

23 August 202314 April 2026
Workplace

When installing smoke alarms, evacuation systems, or nurse call systems at your workplace there is always the potential for false alarms. These erroneous reports of emergencies can lead to unnecessary panic and the misallocation of resources, such as emergency response personnel and carers, to places where they are not needed.

False alarms pose a significant risk, as they can divert emergency responders away from genuine emergencies, with the worst outcome a loss of life. Repeated false alarms in a specific area can also lead worker to develop alarm fatigue, causing them to disregard an alarm, assuming it’s false.

When considering an emergency alert system, it’s crucial to consider how that system addresses false alarm prevention as part of your purchasing decision. Neglecting this can have costly consequences for you and your business.

Maintaining Safety Equipment & Processes

17 August 202314 April 2026
Workplace

Has your workplace made the smart decision to invest in a comprehensive range of safety equipment, including evacuation triggers, evacuation sirens, nurse call triggers, fire extinguishers, fire blankets, first aid kits, and even a defibrillator? While these tools are essential for ensuring workplace safety, it’s important to remember that they require regular maintenance to function optimally.

Evacuation Triggers & Response

25 July 20238 April 2025
Workplace

In today’s unpredictable world, ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals on a work site or within a building is of paramount importance. Various emergencies and incidents can arise unexpectedly, making it crucial for facility managers and occupants to be prepared for any eventuality. Building evacuations are essential procedures that help protect lives and minimise injuries during emergencies.

Designing A Workplace Evacuation System

21 June 202314 April 2026
Workplace

Evacuation emergencies can happen at a workplace, regardless of how prepared and ‘safe’ the site is. Unforeseen incidents such as natural disasters, flooding, an environmental risk (such as summer temperatures), or a security breach that puts workers and visitors at risk, can require a full or partial site evacuation. Make sure you have the right system in place.