What is psychosocial risk?
The term “psychosocial hazard” as defined by WorkSafe “refers to the aspects of design and management of work and its social organisational contexts that may have the potential for causing [...]
Silicosis. What is it?
Engineered stone has approximately 90% silica compared with natural stone like marble and limestone which have around 2% silica.1 Due to an increase in the number of silica-related diseases and [...]
Audiometric Testing Compliance Requirements
Reviewed by Dr. Mashood Khan, Head of Clinical Governance Workplace health surveillance offers numerous advantages It allows early detection of work-related illnesses, enabling prompt [...]
Maintaining good eye health at work
Reviewed by Dr. Mashood Khan, Head of Clinical Governance Workplace health surveillance plays a crucial role in promoting a safe and healthy work environment. By systematically monitoring [...]
Musculoskeletal injuries and risk factors in the workplace.
Workplace injuries, particularly musculoskeletal injuries, have significant implications for both employees and employers in New Zealand. Musculoskeletal injuries are the leading cause of [...]
Health surveillance in the workplace
Health surveillance describes the systematic approach to conducting ongoing health checks in the workplace. It should be conducted by suitably qualified, trained and experienced health [...]
The importance of implementing an effective onsite injury prevention strategy
Reviewed by Rodney Hampel, Head of Business Development An effective onsite injury prevention strategy is paramount when it comes to fostering a ‘safety-first’ culture within an [...]
Managing workplace risk through pre-employment medical assessments
Reviewed by Dan Franklin, Chief Operating Officer A pre-employment medical assessment is a type of assessment undertaken prior to a decision on employment being made. It is a mechanism by which [...]
Workplace health and safety leadership
Reviewed by Jeremy Kestenberg, Chief Growth Officer Businesses often refer to safety culture in the workplace, but often people are not quite sure what it entails, or how to create a safe and [...]
Everyone plays a role in workplace safety
Reviewed by David Carroll, General Manager Who is responsible for a safe working environment, and once established, how do you maintain it? The truth is that while employers are responsible for [...]