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New system for hazardous substances management
Supply Chain

New system for hazardous substances management

Workplace safety rules for toxic chemicals will shift to WorkSafe in December, giving importers and manufacturers time to comply.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Sun, 20th Aug 2017
Laser tech gas detection firm goes nationwide
Risk & Compliance

Laser tech gas detection firm goes nationwide

Rising ammonia-safety pressure in food processing has prompted a nationwide distribution deal for laser-based detectors across New Zealand.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Aug 2017
Clear disregard for safety proves expensive
Risk & Compliance

Clear disregard for safety proves expensive

Workers and neighbours were exposed to asbestos fibres after demolition proceeded without checks, leaving a North Shore homeowner with a NZD $49,000 bill.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Apr 2017
A new era in managing hazardous substances
Supply Chain

A new era in managing hazardous substances

Businesses will face simpler hazardous substances rules as New Zealand shifts workplace controls to WorkSafe under health and safety reform.

By Geoff • 6 min read • Mon, 3rd Apr 2017
Surge in building work shines light on demolition crews
Auckland University

Surge in building work shines light on demolition crews

Auckland’s construction boom is driving demand for demolition specialists, as tight sites, asbestos and traffic risks make each job more complex.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Feb 2017
Call for review of toxic gas at ports
Green Party

Call for review of toxic gas at ports

Workers and nearby residents may still be exposed to methyl bromide at several ports, despite a court warning over health and ozone risks.

By Geoff • 2 min read • Sun, 12th Feb 2017