Abrasive blasting
Dust, coatings and solvents, noise and vibrations and particulate matter are all health and safety issues of the abrasive blasting industry
Forklifts trucks
What are forklift trucks, using forklift trucks safely, maintenance and prohibited practices
Foundry
Foundry work occurs in a very hot, noisy and potentially dangerous environment
Radio frequency generating plant
Radio Frequency Radiation (RFR) is a form of non-ionising radiation that comes naturally from the sun, galaxies and the earth
Spray painting
Spray painting is used in a variety of industries and by a variety of workers. It is used to paint motor vehicles, buildings (inside and outside), structures, furniture, white goods, boats, ships, aircraft and machinery
Manufacturing Industry Action Plan
The Manufacturing Industry Action Plan
2008-2010
outlines key workplace health and safety activities for the industry
Last updated 3 July 2008
Guide to preventing slips, trips and falls
Sprains and strains prevention booklet (PDF, 503KB)
Sprains and strains prevention factsheet (PDF, 141 KB)
Free workplace safety consultations for small business
Print the Guide to practical machine guarding (PDF, 737 KB)
For more information contact:
Queensland Government
Workplace health and safety infoline 1300 369 915
Department of Employment and Training for careers in the manufacturing industry
Non-Queensland Government
Australian Manufacturing Workers' union (AMWU)
