Time to talk about safety
Worker engagement and participation is a big focus in the Health and Safety at Work Act. In a nutshell, it’s…
Safety
Keep an eye out for blind spots
One of the big safety challenges for those who operate or work around construction equipment is maintaining constant awareness of…
Don’t slip up!
Each year, thousands of workers are hurt in accidents caused by slips, trips and falls. With wet, wintery weather never…
Safety first
Running a business can be a daunting task for many people, especially when they’re just starting out. A common enquiry…
Heads up on hard hats
After Site Safe analysed the most common requests it receives through its online query system, it identified a surprising trend,…
PPE employers’ responsibility
A recent Employment Relations Authority (ERA) decision highlighted employers’ obligations around providing staff with appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) A…
Sun safety
With the sun hanging around across much of the country, it’s important that you be aware of the unique risks…
Breathing easy – guide to respirators
Hazardous airborne substances such as dust and chemicals can be a significant risk on site, with the potential to cause…
Managing hazardous substances
The rules around managing hazardous substances in the workplace are changing. Every year between 600 to 900 people die prematurely…
More safety myths busted
This next article in our mythbusting series looks to clear up further misconceptions Some in the industry believe that the…
Safety net safety alert!
This WorkSafe Safety Alert highlights the serious health and safety risks for workers when using poorly installed safety nets as…
Dangerous cable identified at nine Auckland sites
Energy Safety, part of WorkSafe New Zealand, has issued a warning about non-compliant and unsafe thermoplastic-sheathed (TPS) cable being supplied…