Anyone who does hard physical work is directly affected by what they eat. Your strength and energy are directly related to the food you put into your body, and your meal planning is of great...
Category - MINERS HEALTH
A recent Herald Sun article highlighted the importance of redirecting non-emergency Triple Zero calls so that emergency services can focus on saving lives. Brenniston believes it’s important to share...
Whole body vibration (WBV) is a physical hazard that occurs in mining workers that work with heavy machinery. For many mine workers, the initial effects of WBV are no more than discomfort or fatigue...
Because of the remote locations of most mine sites, it makes it very difficult to drive home after work, and FIFO jobs will have you onsite away from your family and friends for weeks on end. One of...
If you work in, or are about to start work in the coal mining sector, one very important health risk to know about is black lung disease.
The Palaszczuk Government is driving down the cost of doing business for employers through WorkCover Queensland’s premium and benefits package.
The Palaszczuk Government is seeking stronger workers’ compensation protections for workers with black lung and associated dust diseases. Industrial Relations Minister Grace Grace introduced the...
According to recent reports, another Queensland coal miner has been diagnosed with emphysema and chronic bronchitis, a result of breathing excessive coal dust at work. The miner was employed at the...
Are you an Australian mining worker? Or do you know someone who is? Research at Central Queensland University is interested in Australian mining workers aged 18 years or over who are currently fly-in...
Recent figures from Safe Work Australia show 76 Australian workers have been killed at work so far this year. The Transport, postal & warehousing workplaces have once again emerged as the most...
National Burns Awareness Month– 1-30 June 2017 Brenniston continues on its quest to make Australia safer throughout National Burns Awareness Month, by equipping Australians with First Aid supplies...
No matter your age or perceived ability, there are certain exercises that have incredible benefits for every body. These functional strength exercises mimic movements in our daily lives and help...
