In a recent decision involving a prosecution by WorkSafe, the High Court found that a trust is not a ‘person’ (in the sense of a ‘person conducting a business or undertaking’) that can be prosecuted under the Health and Safety at Work Act. Following a tragic accident on a farm, WorkSafe charged both the ‘trust’ […]
2024 must be year of improvement for NZ’s high workplace harm toll, after another year of flatlining safety performance for New Zealand’s workers, businesses and communities, it’s imperative 2024 signals the start of a turnaround. The business leaders health and safety forum media release is attached below, its worth a quick read. https://www.forum.org.nz/news/2024-ny-turnaround/
Check out these short video’s, that explain more about SaferMe. If you would like to find out more about SaferMe, and how it can support your H&S objectives, please contact us. https://www.safer.me/en-nz/acc-personal-worker-safety-innovation-project/
Embracing the Digital Age: DeRisk NZ’s New Website Launch At DeRisk NZ, we’ve always been committed to providing tailored, professional health and safety consultancy and training solutions to businesses across New Zealand. Our mission is to enable businesses to achieve practical health and safety outcomes through systems-based solutions. Today, we’re excited to announce a significant […]
Leverage DeRisk’s 25 years of practical cross-sector experience to optimise your health, safety and wellbeing practices. Registered HASANZ professionals deliver bespoke consultancy and training solutions across Taupo and wider North Island. We simplify health and safety through practical advice, in-house support, strategy development, audits, and SafePlus Assessments. Our specialties encompass Technical Health and Safety Services, Governance & Leadership, Contractor Safety, and software solutions. Contact DeRisk today, your partner for a safer workplace.