COVID-19 is giving thousands of fathers a chance to test flexible work, with research showing home working can benefit families and employers.
Employees need honest check-ins and flexible expectations as managers navigate remote work, mental health strain and constant uncertainty.
Access to cheaper medicinal cannabis for thousands of patients is expected to grow as licence applications are now under way.
WorkSafe New Zealand says Level 3 firms must set out how they will protect staff and visitors, or face enforcement action.
Construction firms now have detailed COVID-19 rules to resume work under Alert Level 3, aiming to protect workers and avoid a return to lockdown.
Workers returning to sites after lockdown face added risks from inactivity, mental strain and social distancing, says NZISM President Greg Dearsly.
Businesses reopening at alert level three must assess COVID-19 risks, consult staff and document safety plans before resuming operations.
Remote work, home schooling and digital healthcare could outlast the pandemic, reshaping cities, travel and emissions for years to come.
Routine fire safety checks are being paused in New Zealand as lockdown rules limit work to urgent tasks protecting health, safety and essential services.
Bridge checks could become cheaper and more consistent as Waterloo researchers use autonomous robots, cameras and lidar to spot defects.
Chemical dispensers can cut infection risk and protect staff by improving dilution accuracy, reducing spills and supporting regular disinfection.
Maintenance of fire protection systems is still needed as lockdowns and changed building use can heighten risks, Wormald says.
Health and hygiene measures are likely to become permanent fixtures as the COVID-19 outbreak pushes employers to rethink office design and indoor air quality.
Thousands of New Zealand employers and workers can now apply for wage, leave and tax relief after the government unveiled a NZD $12.1 billion package.
Phishing campaigns are exploiting coronavirus anxiety, with fake health alerts and newly registered domains helping criminals harvest credentials.
Health officials warn the message is misleading, as it repeats unproven advice and false claims about how coronavirus spreads and can be prevented.
Isolation and confusion can derail new home-working teams, but clearer routines and the right tools help keep work on track.
WorkSafe has halted prosecution after Hawke’s Bay District Health Board pledged new safety measures following a 2018 patient-lifter fall.
Pedestrians near forklifts and heavy machinery are being warned earlier, as new lamps project bright red or blue safety zones around vehicles.
Safety performance across the electricity sector has improved further, with its TRIFR down 19% and five years without a fatality.
