Focus on manufacturing
From January to March 2026, our inspectorate will conduct proactive assessments across the country with a focus on the wood product manufacturing subsector.
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30 March 2026
Workplaces must store petrol safely
As fuel prices rise, WorkSafe New Zealand is reminding businesses that petrol is extremely hazardous, and improper petrol storage puts workers, property and the public at serious risk.
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28 March 2026
Fatal crush exposes risks of unplanned work
WorkSafe New Zealand is cautioning small businesses to plan high‑risk, ad-hoc work, after a man was crushed to death while moving heavy machinery on the job.
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18 March 2026
False alarm shows mine’s safety culture is built to last
A routine incident at New Zealand’s deepest gold mine has given WorkSafe inspectors rare, real-world proof that years of joint safety training are paying off.
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