This section contains information about MHF guidance, forms and tools for operators, and frequently asked questions. It also contains information about designated facilities and fees.
We have developed a suite of five good practice guidelines for operators of Major Hazard Facilities or proposed facilities on how to fulfil their duties under the MHF regulations
Learn more about our key operational activities and priorities within the major hazard facilities sector.
There are fees for assessment of safety cases for upper tier major hazard facilities, and annual levies for upper and lower tier major hazard facilities based on complexity of the facility
We enforce the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (HSWA) and the Health and Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulations in our work with Major Hazard Facilities, along with other industry specific regulations
Both the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and the Major Hazard Facility Regulations 2016 have duties for operators of Major Hazard Facilities to notify certain events to WorkSafe.
Tools and forms for operators of Major Hazard Facilities
Information about designated major hazard facilities. We are not required to disclose information that may lead to a threat to the security of a major hazard facility, therefore some major hazard facilities may not be listed
This fact sheet provides general information for territorial authorities about Major Hazard Facilities (MHFs) and the roles of WorkSafe New Zealand (WorkSafe), territorial authorities and MHF operators.
Frequently asked questions about major hazard facilities
Read our high hazards industry publications, including our latest major hazard facilities, petroleum and geothermal annual report.
