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…
Expert Advice
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,…
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…
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…
Holidays Act out, Employment Leave Act in
The Government has announced a fresh proposal to repeal the Holidays Act and replace it with a new ‘Employment Leave’…
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,…
WorkSafe guidance targets trailer ramp injuries
WorkSafe has released a new low-loader trailer ramp safety guide to help reduce serious injuries and fatalities in construction transport.…
What is the best way to price construction contracts?
There are several ways to price construction contracts. In this article, Duncan Cotterill Partner Julia Flattery discusses the best options…
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