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Hazardous Materials & Substances
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Asbestos removal is still not being managed effectively almost 50 years after construction businesses were first made aware of the risks of the cancer-causing material, says WorkSafe New Zealand “Asbestos is New Zealand’s number one killer in the workplace with around 170 people dying every year from asbestos-related diseases,” WorkSafe Deputy General Manager, Investigations and Specialist Services, Simon Humphries, notes. Continue →
Road Safety
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The recent case of the tractor driver that clocked up 200 hours in a fortnight then died in a vehicle accident after falling asleep at the wheel is admittedly an extreme example of workplace fatigue Most people who drive vehicles or operate machinery as part of their job will never do those kinds of extreme hours, but that doesn’t mean they won’t be affected by fatigue at some point. Continue →
Security
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To produce an effective response plan, you have to look at the ways you address people when a crisis occurs says Joel Lee, a Search Engine Optimisation Marketing Specialist with Trumpia When disaster strikes, how you communicate with your intended audience has a direct impact on the safety and well-being of all individuals involved. Continue →
Equipment
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Sliding reaction arms designed to enhance the safety, flexibility and efficiency of Enerpac Pneumatic Torque Wrench (PTW) in difficult torque tightening applications has been introduced Their introduction – which complements the introduction of sliding reaction arms for Electric Torque Wrenches – further extends the safety and efficiency of Enerpac’s pneumatic torque wrenches, which are widely used professional bolting technology. Continue →
Equipment
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A time and labour-saving range of pullers that enable one person to safely handle many jobs previously requiring two was highlighted at the EMEX 2018 engineering machinery exhibition in Auckland from May 1-3 The Enerpac SG puller range – in mechanical and hydraulic capacities up to 45 tons – were a highlight of the joint Jonel Hydraulics-Enerpac stand 232 at EMEX, which simultaneously featured Enerpac’s go-anywhere XC cordless pumps, offering the performance capabilities of an electric or pneumatic powered pump with the convenient portability of a hand pump. Continue →
All News
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One of the government’s leading departments has made significant changes to its anti-bullying and well-being policies since joining the Pink Shirt Day campaign The Ministry for Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) Pink Shirt Day 2017 celebrations opened up conversations and opportunities to reassess how they prevent bullying and nurture mental well-being. Continue →
Equipment
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Aussie Pumps “Pro Operator” safety programme for pressure cleaner users has made another leap forward The company has now launched a helmet and visor with hearing protectors suitable for use in high pressure cleaning applications. Continue →
Chemicals
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A Manawatū farmer says his community wants easier access to a blood test for toxic chemicals from firefighting foam, but the Health Ministry is telling them not to bother according to RNZ News The groundwater around defence bases including Ōhakea in Manawatū have been contaminated with toxic and long-lasting firefighting foam chemicals. Continue →
Road Safety
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National Road Carriers Association has welcomed the road safety improvements announced for Northland but shares the disappointment of councils in the region that not more is being done “The improvements to the SH 1 and SH 15 intersection just south of Whangarei can’t come soon enough,” says NRC CEO David Aitken. Continue →
Construction
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Big construction projects require co-operation between parties in order to keep people safe, and WorkSafe is reminding contracting firms that New Zealand’s health and safety laws actually require it “Building sites can involve hundreds of people coming and going over the course of a build,” says WorkSafe Deputy General Manager, Investigations and Specialist Services, Simon Humphries. Continue →
Training & Recruitment
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A recent health and safety sentencing decision from the District Court, WorkSafe New Zealand v Avon Industries Ltd [2018] NZDC 4766, has highlighted how critical the proper training of workers can be in a workplace, Duncan Cotterill advises In particular, just correcting bad practices and dangerous behaviour isn’t enough – instead training should be provided to ensure that every worker knows the correct procedures to follow, the leading law firm insists. Continue →
Technology
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There may be more benefits to deleting your Facebook account than just protecting your private data – it could also reduce your stress levels A University of Queensland research team led by Dr Eric Vanman of the School of Psychology, investigated the effects of a short break from Facebook on a person’s stress and well-being. Continue →
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