Sun safety
With the sun hanging around across much of the country, it’s important that you be aware of the unique risks…
Safety
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…
Scaffolds – separating fact from fiction
Site Safe follows up last month’s article on scissor lifts by looking at some common questions about scaffolding One of…
Don’t fall short on working at heights
Site Safe separates fact from fiction by looking at some commonly asked questions regarding working at heights We are often…
Risk control
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, you need to protect your workers and anyone else on site…
Working with hazardous materials
Workers in the construction industry can be exposed to many hazardous substances on site, so it’s important you know how…
Winter is coming!
Anyone who works outside in harsh conditions knows the chilly season takes its toll. With temperatures dropping, it’s time to…
Hidden killer
Asbestos is New Zealand’s number one killer in the workplace and is responsible for approximately 170 fatalities a year. As…
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