This post was originally published on this site 19 October 2018 Workplace harassment, including sexual harassment, is a serious issue for New Zealand. It has become an emerging issue both in this country and overseas. Harassment and sexual harassment and bullying are common workplace risks. Managing these risks and all other workplace risks is a … Read moreSexual harassment quick guides
This post was originally published on this site 17 October 2018 The international occupational health and safety management systems standard (OHSMS) identically adopted in New Zealand and Australia as AS/NZS ISO 45001, provides businesses with another option to reassure customers and stakeholders of their commitment to health and safety. However, businesses need to remember that … Read moreNew occupational health and safety management system standard
Do you need an Asbestos Management Plan? The Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations 2016 place a duty on businesses to have asbestos management plans in place for their buildings and workplaces where asbestos is likely to be found. Do you need an Asbestos Management Plan? Locations of asbestos in a residential dwelling Asbestos … Read moreWorking with Asbestos – Handy Hints
If asbestos is or may be present, PPE must include: respiratory protective equipment (RPE) – to avoid inhaling asbestos fibres (see our fact sheet on health risks from asbestos) overalls which are impervious to asbestos dust (either disposable or able to be washed*) – to avoid the risk of carrying asbestos fibres away from the … Read moreWhat PPE must be worn when asbestos is or may be present?
Is your electrical equipment safe for use? Testing and tagging electrical appliances is one useful way to check electrical equipment is safe. However, it’s not mandatory. What is legally required is that equipment is electrically safe and maintained in a safe condition. Testing and tagging doesn’t guarantee future electrical safety, what it does is provide … Read moreTesting and tagging electrical appliances