Public consultation opens on draft code for residential construction safety
Public feedback is being sought on a draft Approved Code of Practice aimed at clarifying health and safety responsibilities…
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Stay safe in the heat
Working in hot conditions is part of the job for many in the trades. If you’re out in direct sun,…
WorkSafe Progresses Code of Practice
WorkSafe is drafting a new Approved Code of Practice for roles and responsibilities in residential construction. It is aimed at…
Silica dust: a hidden risk on site
While many construction hazards are easy to spot, some of the most dangerous are invisible – such as respirable crystalline silica (RCS)…
WorkSafe issues warning following ‘preventable’ fall
WorkSafe is cautioning all businesses that work at height to review their safety systems, following sentencing for a fall that…
WorkSafe issues warning after fatal power line incident
WorkSafe has issued a warning to tradespeople after a truck-mounted crane struck live overhead power lines at a residential site,…
Heavy machinery and managing traffic on-site
Working with heavy machinery and managing traffic on-site can be risky, but with the right checks and planning you can keep your crew…
Industry demands clarity in health and safety reforms
An industrywide survey conducted by Site Safe New Zealand shows optimism toward the direction of proposed health and safety reforms – but also signals strong demand for practical…
Why RPE fit testing and maintenance matter
Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is a critical layer of defence for workers exposed to airborne hazards – such as dust,…
HazardCo concerned about health and safety reforms
Health and safety reforms aimed at reducing red tape have been announced. In this opinion piece, HazardCo’s Senior Health and…
Asbestos: the danger we still don’t see
Asbestos remains our leading work-related killer, claiming the lives of over 200 people every year. In this article, Brett Murray,…
Scaffolding and Prequalification Rules Set for Overhaul
The Government is seeking industry feedback on proposed health and safety reforms to clarify working-at-height requirements and streamline prequalification processes …
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