Environment

November 20, 2017 0

Zero waste and cost effective advances in bio-thermic digester technology

A UK specialist in the on-site reduction of solid and liquid organic waste claims the only on-site solution which can handle non-organic waste contained within organics. Continue →

Environment

November 13, 2017 0

Climate change threatens health of New Zealanders in varied ways

Many factors that contribute to the health of New Zealanders will be affected by climate change, finds a new report by Royal Society Te Apārangi. Continue →

Environment

October 20, 2017 0

Inspection doors protect in harsh environments

Intertec has developed a unique inspection door for outdoor equipment protection enclosures. Continue →

Environment

October 16, 2017 0

See-through polycarbonate offers ultimate safety

Polycarbonate is recognised globally as one of the toughest transparent protective materials available, used in everything from bullet-resistant laminates to the canopies of the F22 Raptor jet fighter. Continue →

Environment

October 10, 2017 0

New research shows surge in outdoor smokefree action

Local outdoor smokefree action is growing rapidly around New Zealand, according to new research from the University of Otago, Wellington. Continue →

Compliance

October 9, 2017 0

Risk present in all work spaces

Businesses need to consider health and safety risks on all structures, even those infrequently used, says WorkSafe New Zealand. Continue →

Environment

October 5, 2017 0

On-site crane training programmes launched

The world’s largest crane service organisation has introduced new on-site training programmes designed to update technicians on standards compliance and extend their knowledge and expertise in areas such as operator skills, service, maintenance and complex crane electrics. Continue →

Environment

October 4, 2017 0

New half-mask respirator offers comfort and safety

A new AVIVA range of half-mask respirators from Scott Safety optimises worker respiratory safety. Continue →

Environment

October 3, 2017 0

Safety-first approach wins fleet safety awards

Several companies have been honoured for working hard to reduce road crashes involving at-work drivers during Brake’s third annual Australasian Fleet Safety Awards. Continue →

Environment

September 28, 2017 0

Music hath charms to stimulate creativity

Employers take note – listening to happy music may help generate more innovative ideas. Continue →

Environment

September 27, 2017 0

Exercise every day to help keep death at bay

Globally, one in 12 deaths could be prevented with 30 minutes of physical activity five days a week a major study has found. Continue →

Compliance

September 26, 2017 0

Control noise for safer, happier workers

Businesses must look beyond earmuffs for appropriate workplace noise controls, says WorkSafe New Zealand. Continue →

Compliance

September 19, 2017 0

Two more businesses go Around the Block

WorkSafe has added two new businesses – a bakery and a collision repair workshop – to its highly successful ‘Around the Block’ tool. Continue →

Environment

September 15, 2017 0

Coromandel Loop to be made safer for riders

Construction has begun on a $2.5 million project to install a range of treatments aimed at keeping motorcyclists safer on the Northern Coromandel Loop. Continue →

Compliance

September 12, 2017 0

Cleaner air for Manukau precast concrete workers

Nine Manukau precast concrete companies are better equipped to protect nearly 1,000 staff from potential airborne hazards at work, thanks to a WorkSafe New Zealand initiative. Continue →

Compliance

August 30, 2017 0

Talk to workers about calving risks, regulator urges

Farmers preparing for calving should also be thinking about effective ways to keep workers safe and well, says WorkSafe’s Agriculture Sector Lead Al McCone. Continue →

Environment

August 15, 2017 0

Pedestrians wearing headphones campaign target

A rise in rail incidents involving pedestrians wearing headphones is being targeted in a new safety campaign launched for Rail Safety Week. Continue →

Environment

August 8, 2017 0

Get rid of absenteeism once and for all

Absenteeism costs the New Zealand economy a staggering $1.3 billion a year, says Alsco Community Outreach Manager Katrina McKinnon. Continue →

Environment

July 5, 2017 0

Liquefaction dust not responsible for Legionnaire’s

Liquefaction dust from the September 2010 Canterbury earthquake was not responsible for a noticeable increase in Legionnaire’s disease, according to an Otago University study. Continue →

Environment

June 16, 2017 0

Are drivers being told too much?

The growing trend to install multiple road signs at the same location along freeways might be practical and cost-effective but is it safe? Continue →

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