Explosion from 3000 PSI water blaster gun
Source: Worksafe New Zealand
7 April 2022
This incident occurred on 26 November 2020. The operator was using the water blaster in a correct manner, and...
Charter company sentenced over Whakaari/White Island failings
Source: Worksafe New Zealand
31 March 2022
A charter company has been sentenced for health and safety failings in relation to the Whakaari/White Island eruption.
WorkSafe New...
NZDF sentenced after training exercise incident
Source: Worksafe New Zealand
30 March 2022
NZDF has been sentenced in the Palmerston North District Court under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015.
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Don’t cut corners when caring for disabled people
Source: Worksafe New Zealand
25 February 2022
Disability care providers do not need to sacrifice the dignity of those they care for to manage health and...
Diving around public wharves, marinas and boat ramps
Source: Worksafe New Zealand
22 February 2022
After a series of near misses between vessels and occupational divers this bulletin provides guidance for working around public...
COVID-19 and diver safety
Source: Worksafe New Zealand
21 February 2022
This safety alert updates the previous advice issued in May 2020 and highlights the serious health and safety risks...
Businesses must assess the capabilities of their workers in a safe and controlled environment
Source: Worksafe New Zealand
11 February 2022
WorkSafe New Zealand is reminding businesses they must assess the capabilities of their workers in a safe and controlled...
