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The Emperor is Using Apps
I have run into a number of companies lately that have dealt with their health and safety responsibilities with app-based solutions. On the face of it, these plug and play solutions appear fantastic; all of your staff are now connected to the system and the...
Alphabet Soup: A Guide to Health and Safety Jargon and Acronyms
A lot of time and work goes into creating a Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) system for your company. When first starting your plan, there is a large selection of new terminology, health and safety jargon, and acronyms that are specific to the industry that may be...
Health and Safety Signs NZ – What Safety Signage is Required in New Zealand?
Per standard NZS/AS 1319:1994, safety signs are a legal requirement. You need to have the following three criteria met with your health and safety signs at all times and in any New Zealand business. All signage is designed to do the following: 1. To regulate and...
The True Importance of Workplace Safety Training
As an employer, keeping your employees safe on the job should always be your top priority. Workplace safety training helps to make sure your employees are able to effectively report problems and identify safety hazards they may come across. In addition to the core...
6 Often-Ignored Workplace Hazards
While you're focusing on meeting the New Zealand Health and Safety at Work Act's standards, don't overlook significant workplace hazards that could easily go undetected. Not every workplace hazard will be glaringly apparent to you or your management team. More...
Sports Health and Safety – Legal Considerations for NZ Sports Clubs
The Health and Safety at Work Act applies to more than businesses offering paid employment. Voluntary organisations, such as sports clubs, are also required to meet the legislation's sports health and safety standards. What should you do to bring your sports club or...
What Is Health and Safety Gap Analysis
Does your company's health and safety policy meet the standards established by NZ health and safety legislation? When it comes to ensuring your workplace meets all safety requirements as required by law, the best approach is often to hire an outside party to perform a...
5 Simple Steps to Promote Workplace Health and Safety in NZ
There's more to increasing workplace efficiency than simply human resource management. Workplace health and safety training in NZ is a necessary (but often overlooked) component of getting the best out of your employees. A proper focus on health and safety ensures...
How Can You Improve Farm Safety?
In 2018, Stats NZ reported that those in the agriculture, forestry, and fishing industry suffered the highest percentage of workplace-related injuries. Enacting comprehensive farm safety policies poses unique challenges, but it isn't impossible. Below we will address...
