The danger of wood dust
Exposure to all types of wood dust can lead to irreversible lung damage – while specific types of wood dust can lead…
Home Health & Safety
Health & Safety
The two sides of WorkSafe collaboration
Recent WorkSafe cases show different outcomes as a result of how closely builders chose to work with the organisation Property…
WorkSafe updates asbestos guidance
WorkSafe New Zealand has updated its asbestos guidance, with changes aimed at making the material easier to follow and more…
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…
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,…
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