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It's our role to influence businesses and workers to ensure their work is healthy and safe.

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Asbestos removalists Asbestos Particular hazardous works PPE at work What is a PCBU? When to notify us Health and Safety at Work Act 2015

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  1. 21 May 2026

    Electrical company commits to industry-wide safety improvements after arc flash incident

    Awareness and management of arc flash risks nationwide are set to improve, thanks to a new legally binding agreement between WorkSafe New Zealand and Citywide Electrical Limited.

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  2. 18 May 2026

    Ignoring WorkSafe has consequences

    WorkSafe New Zealand is reminding property owners, and those carrying out building work, that inspectors' notices are legally binding - and ignoring them puts safety at risk.

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  3. 08 May 2026

    Work-related health newsletter – May 2026

    Read about our public consultation on three draft approved codes of practice, updated asbestos guidance, and new hazardous substances modules for agriculture.

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