Here is a snippet from Worksafe: Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (HSWA), every business has a responsibility to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health and safety of workers, and that others are not put at risk by the work of the business (for example, customers, visitors, children and […]
Category: H&S News
Farewell to HSR Chair during recent workshop
The recent Courageous Conversation Workshop held at the Russley Golf Course on Friday, 5th of July, was attended by 115 HSR’s along with others holding various roles within their organisations – the workshop provided the opportunity for attendees to focus on ‘effective communication when handling difficult situations’. The workshop was also an opportunity to bid […]
Update from Sherry Peck
What does 2019 bring for the Charter? Our second day into the year had us creating the Charter’s 2019 work programme and it’s going to be busy year. We have over 10 events and workshops already scheduled, the first of which is the Specialist Trade event on the 21st February. We’re really looking forward to […]
Demystifying health and safety by design
Whilst not a new concept to the industry, the Professional Services Working Group felt there was room for a concise summary into the what, why, who, when and how of Health and Safety by Design. The fact sheets capture key points, help demystify the concept and encourage greater involvement and collaboration through the whole life […]
It’s summer – lets keep safe
Summer in Canterbury is an experience not felt by any other region in the country. Our nor’westers alone stand us out from the crowd but add in dry hot winds and scorching heat and it’s a formula for a pretty draining and mind muddling day. Whether you are Cantabrian born or recently arrived, you’ll know […]
Membership Levy Renewal
Thank you to the many Signatories who have renewed the membership levy for 2018-19. There are, however, a small number of levy invoices which remain outstanding. As a reminder Membership Levies are paid annually, with your Levy invoice having been emailed in August 2018. Signatories incur a Levy when their workforce reaches 10+ employees. As […]
Marshmallow and spaghetti tower wins at recent HSR workshop
Thanks to everyone who attended our Health and Safety Representative ‘Mind the Gap’ workshop. We hope the session was of value to you. The workshop focused on how to conduct and run effective health and safety meetings. We had a great turn out with over 100 hundred people who used the opportunity to network, enjoy […]
Update from Sherry Peck
Sherry, our new Charter Project Officer, has been on board with us for eight weeks. How is she finding getting stuck into Charter work? “It’s been an educational, eventful and rewarding eight weeks, reading and fumbling my way through everything I can lay my hands on” she says. “A highlight so far for me has […]
Surviving the holiday season
In the rush to Christmas it can be easy to forget some of the basics to keep you and others healthy and safe over the festive period. For those managing construction sites make sure they are safe and secure before you head away for the holidays. Commercial construction sites are generally well protected, but it’s […]
Watch our latest health and safety representative videos
Worker participation is essential to keep workplaces healthy and safe and the best health and safety outcomes are achieved when businesses and workers work together. Health and safety representatives (HSRs) are a well-established way to support worker engagement and participation. They have several roles including representing workers and making recommendations on health and safety and […]
Welcome to Sherry Peck
Sherry joins us as our new Charter Project Officer. Her background has seen her spend many years as a civilian with NZ Army, working as an HSR and Anti-Harassment Advisor alongside a substantive role as Accident Insurance Liaison officer, which involved medical administration, case management and training facilitator. She later moved in to management at a […]
Engaging with Health and Safety Representatives
Under the direction of the new Health & Safety Representative Group, Chair Callum Thwaites (Project Manager for Arrow International) and the group have dropped the word ‘leadership’ from their title to better reflect the group’s commitment to worker engagement and support for Health & Safety representatives. Callum and the team have been responding to recent […]
New Director Strategic Engagement and Implementation, WorkSafe New Zealand
We’re pleased to announce that Paula Knaap has been appointed to the new role of Director of Strategic Engagement and Implementation at WorkSafe New Zealand. Paula brings a wealth of expertise as an accomplished leader. She has established a successful career within the Public Service and is known for her ability to create exceptional teams […]
Professional Services Working Group (PSWG)
The PSWG was developed from a dedicated group of industry specialists – from project managers to engineers to designers to engage with and assist the Charter to produce health and safety related tools for specialist areas of risk. The team consists of: Ian Fenemore, BECA (Chairman) Brad Sara, Warren & Mahoney David Robotham, Enego Ekin […]
Updates to the Charter Board
Craig Sengalow has recently left WorkSafe and will no longer be the WorkSafe representative Board member on the Charter. Craig was the Construction Sector Lead at WorkSafe and responsible for leading WorkSafe’s engagement with the Charter. Craig was key leader in supporting the success of the Canterbury Safety Charter. We will miss him and wish […]
Writing health and safety documents
It’s good practice to have health and safety documents. WorkSafe have produced guidance to help you write health and safety documents. The guidelines will help you to answer the following questions: What is the document for? Who will read the document? What are your main messages? Is the document effective? How will you share and […]