New Zealand’s new Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (HSWA) came into effect on April 4th 2016.
Discover what the legislation means for your business.
Do you know the difference between an evacuation procedure and a FENZ-approved evacuation scheme? For building owners and property managers, but understanding the difference is essential for keeping occupants safe and meeting legal obligations.
Lithium-ion batteries have enabled tools that are key to modern life – such as phones and laptops – however they are a hazard if not managed correctly.
It’s essential to keep in mind that accidents in the home can happen at any time and that safety should be our priority. Taking into account the different factors that can cause a fire is the only way to guarantee that we live in a safe environment. At the same time, it is crucial to know the procedures to follow if an incident like this occurs.
The NZ government recognises a need to reduce workplace incidents. Their target is to reduce serious and fatal incidents in the workplace by 25%, by 2020.
If it is passed, the Health & Safety in Employment Act will be replaced with the Health and Safety at Work Act. Find out what this means for FPANZ members.