Comcare internet media releases

The Operation of a Water Jet Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat and Boat Safety Equipment

This alert is to advise potential users of Water Jet Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats of safety issues arising from incidents within the Comcare jurisdiction.

Methyl Bromide-Toxic Fumigant In Cargo Containers

The purpose of this Alert is to notify the potential for federal workers, contractors or third parties to be exposed to Methyl Bromide, based on recent information obtained within the Comcare jurisdiction.

Risk of electric shock from TECFRIGO salad bars

Employers using refrigerated salad bars in the workplace should be aware of the maintenance required to ensure their employees are not exposed to any unnecessary risk.

Safety points to consider when using quad bikes

Employers who own and operate quad bikes should be aware of the hazards and potential safety risks.

Using transportable buildings in areas prone to cyclones and high-wind gusts

Employers using transportable buildings or dongas should be aware of the hazards of using these buildings in areas prone to cyclones and high-wind gusts.

Slag pot dislodgement on a Slag Pot Carrier

Comcare has received a confirmed report of a slag pot dislodging from a Slag Pot Carrier while tipping 38 tonnes of molten slag.

Potentially contaminated shipments of Oleyl Diamine

Comcare has received confirmed reports of potentially contaminated or incorrectly labelled shipments of Oleyl Diamine (CAS #7173-62-8) used to prepare ethoxylated products, acid thickener, cationic surfactants and to flush and disperse pigments (yellow pigment).

Swine influenza

A strain of Swine influenza has been confirmed in several countries including Mexico, the USA, Canada, and parts of Europe.

Exposure to formaldehyde and volatile organic compounds in caravans, mobile homes and demountable buildings

Comcare has received confirmed reports of employees living in converted shipping containers being adversely affected by elevated levels of formaldehyde and other volatile organic compounds (VOCs).