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ast year alone five people were killed while working in construction – and each death was a tragedy for friends, family and co-workers. The ugly truth is that fatalities in the sector are double the average for other industries. It’s WorkSafe New Zealand’s job to help businesses and workers to turn that around and ensure everyone comes home safe and well at the end of the working day. But WorkSafe will never be able to reduce the toll of workplace deaths and injuries by itself. Health and safety at work is everyone’s responsibility. WorkSafe can’t be in every workshop or on every building site – it is up to those that create workplace risks to manage those risks. To help people working in construction do just that, WorkSafe has created The Absolutely Essential Health and Safety Toolkit for Small Construction Sites. It’s a starter course in the basics of good health and safety practice that you can slip into your back-pocket. The toolkit is broken down into a number of sections including working at height, hazardous substances, personal protection and how to handle emergency situations. But it starts with the basics – General Management. At its heart, a lot of good health and safety practice boils down to sound planning. When you are managing a building project, ask yourself these fundamental questions: • are you giving enough time to planning, organising and controlling your work? • are you checking what actually happens and stopping dangerous practices? • do you have someone to turn to for health and safety advice? • do you take pride in your standards? • do you think about health risks as well as safety risks (it may help to think of them as ‘slow-acting accidents’)? These five simple questions are a great place

to start if you want to check whether your business is taking health and safety seriously enough. Don’t just ask them once – ask them again and again. If you are an employer you have a duty/responsibility to look after those people working for you. • make sure they are trained, competent and fit to do the job safely • p rovide proper supervision and clear instructions • ensure they have the right tools, equipment, plant and protective gear • involve employees in any discussions about health and safety • provide access to washing and toilet facilities. Of course it is not just employees that need to be protected. The health and safety of anyone who is on site must be considered. If you are a principal who contracts, or a contractor who sub-contracts work to others, do you: • check the health and safety performance of the people you plan to use? • g ive them the health and safety information they need for the work? • hold regular discussions about how the work is going, including safety problems and concerns? • make sure that you have provided everything you agreed (e.g. safe scaffolds, the right plant, access to toilets etc.)? • check their performance and fix any problems? There are other simple steps businesses can take as part of basic health and safety management - taking worker fatigue and workloads into account, for example. Make sure you allow adequate rest and meal breaks. If your project requires longer than usual working days consider staggering starting and finishing hours. Monitor and place limits around overtime worked, consecutive night shifts and on-call duties. It’s all about good planning. These sorts of

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measures are not difficult or costly, but they can make a real difference to the health, safety and well-being of workers, contractors and subbies. Of course, even with the best will in the world things can still go wrong. If they do and it is an emergency dial 111 but also notify WorkSafe New Zealand as soon as possible about any serious incidents, unsafe situations or work-related illnesses. You can call 0800 030 040, night or day, or submit a notification form online at worksafe. govt.nz. And remember, if there has been an incident you must not interfere with the scene until authorised by a health and safety inspector – unless you’re acting to protect people or property. There’s a lot more practical advice in the Absolutely Essential Health and Safety Toolkit for Small Construction Sites, which is available on the WorkSafe NZ website. It does not cover legal requirements and is a guide only. There is also plenty more information at business.govt. nz/worksafe/construction.

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THIS ISSUE >> May/June 2015 Comment 3 Last year alone five people were killed while working in construction – and each death was a tragedy for friends, family and co-workers. The ugly truth is that fatalities in the sector are double the average for other industries, says Worksafe 6-7 Improving chemical safety is an ongoing event and there are plenty of commonsense safety precautions that businesses of all shapes and sizes should be taking says responsible care chief executive Barry Dyer Asbestos 8-9 Asbestos is one of New Zealand’s biggest work place killers, accounting for more fatalities annually than workplace accidents. Employers are to be held more accountable says Buddle Findlay’s Shaun Brookes and Kerry Smith 10-11 The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions has presented a petition calling on the government to ban the importation of asbestos and develop a comprehensive plan for the removal of existing asbestos. The call is supported by a high level scientific report which asks the government to consider banning the importation and use of asbestos containing materials.

15-16 Everyone in the company or organisation has to be responsible for safety, Caterpillar Safety services Asia Regional Manager Brett Haskins told the recent Forestry Safety Summit 16 The Safetree eight steps to safety in forestry 17 The Forest Industry Safety Council (FISC) implementation is being delayed by the search for a National Safety Manager and an independent chair Products 7 The first fully crash-tested and approved, non-anchored temporary barrier system in Australia is now available in New Zealand. 11 Development company Rapid SOS has raised $60,000 to roll out its One touch 911 app globally. Height safety 60-61 New Zealand’s scaffolding industry has long suffered from a significant shortage of skilled scaffolders, but the situation could be changing if more people follow Alan Bradley’s example

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COMMENT >> Chemical Safety by Barry Dyer

Improving chemical safety is an ongoing event There are plenty of commonsense safety precautions that businesses of all shapes and sizes should be taking while waiting to ascertain their responsibilities under the forthcoming health and safety legislation

evelopment of the new Health and Safety at Work Act continues with the Transport and Industrial Relations Select Committee reporting back on the nearly 300 submissions on the Health and Safety Reform Bill on 29 May 2015. Submitters canvassed the renewed focus on occupational health to the definition of ‘reasonably practicable’, to the substantial and controversial responsibilities of a Person in Charge of a Business or Undertaking (PCBU). Major shortcomings in the HSNO legislation, the wisdom of slavishly following the Australian model regulations and work practices (codes of practice), together with apprehension about replacing our performance-based compliance requirements with costly, highly prescriptive legislation, also feature. New Major Hazard Facilities requirement invites controversy over the designation of sites which then require a comprehensive safety case, together with costly inspections. Mines and oil rigs are obvious candidates but the target list includes well-managed and often isolated sites which present a reduced hazard profile. Public comment on exposure drafts of regulations addressing general risk and workplace management, asbestos (the first of

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several occupational health issues), major hazard facilities and amendments to regulations for oil and gas exploration and mining and adventure activities is presently being assessed. Draft administrative regulations detailing infringement offences and fees are also out for comment.

requirements and compliance in every business, particularly SMEs, continue to be: • ensuring your workplace chemicals are included in your site hazard register • identifying the risk associated with your chemical-related activities from the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and labels • investing in appropriate training and personal protective equipment for employees • including safely managing a chemical incident in your site emergency plan • ‘managing by walking around’ to ensure people are doing what they should be doing. This simple yet comprehensive checklist is presented in a popular workplace safety poster, enabling managers and staff to check progress with compliance obligations

“Occupational health will be accorded the consideration it deserves, particularly as workplace chemical exposure is likely a major contributor to the estimated 600-800 serious harm cases reported each year” This year will also see the exposure draft for worker participation, engagement and representation regulations. To meet the government’s legislative timetable, the Hazardous Substances part of the HSNO Act was transferred, with few major changes, into the new Act. A comprehensive HSNO review focusing on international advances in chemical management, including submissions, is set for late 2015. Sensible precautions Meanwhile, sensible precautions to ensure the safe management of workplace chemicals remain the legal obligation of a responsible employer. Basic chemical safety

arising from workplace, transport, health and environmental protection regulations. Chemical suppliers advise on safe handling and use by providing free, compliant SDS and product labels. Responsible Care NZ provides cost-effective, supporting compliance tools such as: • the unique 0800 CHEMCALL® 24/7 Emergency Response Advisory Service • PRINCE® Site Compliance Assessments • chemical safety training, including Approved Handlers and Advanced HSNO courses • popular wall charts and safety posters

• c ompliance briefings for management and employees, both onsite and in conjunction with popular, free, ACC-sponsored HSNO workshops. These all enable conscientious employers to ‘Do the right thing’. Rebuilding our tired health and safety regulations will take time, not to forget the necessary transition period to enable education and implement the infrastructure comprising national performance standards (Codes), agreed training syllabi, certified training providers and qualified inspectors benefiting from industry sectors providing the required products and services to enable greater self-sufficiency while facilitating compliance at minimal cost. Chemicals are hazardous and require competent people to handle and use them safely. The proposed workplace health and safety regime will help safeguard people and our environment. Occupational health will be accorded the consideration it deserves, particularly as workplace chemical exposure is likely a major contributor to the estimated 600800 serious harm cases reported each year. As expected, rumours abound about changing requirements, many subject to considered debate. Issues concerning chemical suppliers and their customers include: • the ability of employers, particularly smaller business operators, to manage additional prescriptive responsibilities

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he Ironman Hybrid steel and concrete safety barrier system is designed to replace the temporary barriers around construction sites and other work areas that must prevent out-of-control vehicles entering work zones and threatening the lives of workers, but at the same time not restrict everyday activities in the area. Some common types of barriers, such as water-filled plastic units, provide inadequate protection from potential injury or death and in some cases may even increase damage and injury to drivers and workers. The Ironman Hybrid steel and concrete safety barrier system overcomes all these problems thanks to several key features: • it protects motorists and workers • is easy to transport and stack • easy to unload and relocate • crash-tested, free-standing and anchored.

Ironman Hybrid is economical and simple to deploy with individual sections that easily connect together, enabling two men to unload a truck using a forklift, front-end loader or crane to deploy a full load in less than 45 minutes. Up to 100 metres of barrier can be easily transported to site on the back of a semi-trailer, greatly reducing the logistics cost for operators and hire companies as the number of trucks required is one-third that of the number required for concrete-style barriers. Ironman Hybrid is a concrete ballasted steel barrier system that requires no anchoring. The design has been tested to NCHRP350 TL-3 (100km/h) and the results show that it has similar deflection performance to concrete systems, but with the durability and portability of steel. The barrier system has been assessed and accepted by Aus-

troads Safety Barrier Assessment Panel (ASBAP) as well as each of the state-based road authorities, demonstrating excellent impact vehicle stability during testing at different speeds and impact angles. “The Ironman Hybrid is an attractive alternative to the existing temporary safety barrier solutions for mainstream work zones as it is the first temporary barrier system made from a combination of steel and concrete,” says Darren Hotchkin, CEO of road safety solutions specialist Saferoads. “There are a number of clear advantages to this system over its competitors, including its low deflection, its durability, its efficiency to transport and its non-invasive deployment,” he believes. “The feedback we have received from the road construction industry is that this system will provide more flexible options for the layout of work zones to ensure the safety

of all road users and road workers.” The Ironman Hybrid also has the added advantage of being environmentally friendly and efficient in that after most impacts, the barrier can be easily repaired. With an estimated working life of more than 15 years, Saferoads’ latest safety barrier delivers a low cost of ownership and an extended revenue potential for contractors or hire companies. Saferoads will proceed with Ironman Hybrid product rollout plans to fully capitalise on the value of this new and innovative product, which joins a stable of renowned, innovative road safety solutions that includes the Australian-designed Omni Stop Bollard. The Ironman Hybrid is available from Road Safety and Rentals, the New Zealand distributor for all Saferoads PTY products, the Qstech arrow board range and stockists of the ACZ350 and Quadguard ranges of crash cushions.

• e xpensive site compliance inspections • removing the mandatory Approved Handler requirement • diluting workplace chemical safety requirements • replacing performance-based legislation with prescriptive regulations based on the

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COMMENT>>The Law by Shaun Brookes and Kerry Smith

Employers to be held more accountable for asbestos exposure Asbestos is one of New Zealand’s biggest work place killers, accounting for more fatalities annually than workplace accidents

inistry of Business, Innovation and Employment statistics show that in 2010 170 people died from asbestos-related diseases. In the same year, there were 77 workplace deaths resulting from accidents. Despite these high asbestos fatality figures, there have been relatively few prosecutions of employers for exposing their employees to asbestos or asbestos-containing materials (“ACMs”). This situation is set to change if the draft Health and Safety at Work (Asbestos) Regulations (“the draft Regulations”) are brought into force in their current form. The draft Regulations are part of the wider health and safety in work reforms which seek to address New Zealand’s poor work safety record. The draft Regulations impose additional duties over and above the duties in the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (not yet in force) for work that involves, or may involve, exposure to asbestos. The draft Regulations adopt the language of the new Act, and generally, the duties apply to “Persons Conducting a Business or Undertaking” (“PCBU”). A PCBU is a broader concept than “employer” and encompasses a wide range of modern working arrangements, such as companies, contractors, government departments, partnerships, and landlords. Identifying the hazard The draft Regulations require PCBUs who manage or control a workplace to identify (so far as reasonably practicable) all asbestos or ACMs at the workplace. This obligation will be wide-reaching because it will apply to employers who occupy or lease commercial buildings that may contain asbestos, as well as trade staff who undertake work on existing buildings (such as electricians, plumbers, and builders). PCBUs will have an obligation to positively identify whether their

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buildings contain asbestos or ACMs, and will need to keep a register of any asbestos or ACM which is, or may be, in the building. Continuity of information about buildings is provided through PCBUs having to transfer an asbestos register to any person who assumes management or control of the workplace. Demolition or refurbishment of buildings or plant If work is to be done on structures or plant pre-dating 1990, or in which asbestos has been identified or is likely to be present, the duty to identify asbestos is more rigorous. PCBUs that carry out this type of work will have a positive duty to have the structure or plant to be demolished or refurbished tested by a competent person before any demolition or refurbishment can take place. If that competent person is uncertain whether asbestos is in the

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unlikely to satisfy the legal testing requirements in the draft Regulations. Specialist advice will need to be sought to identify what aspects of the building, structure or plant to be refurbished or demolished could potentially contain asbestos and should, therefore, be tested.

“PCBUs will have an obligation to positively identify whether their buildings contain asbestos or ACMs, and will need to keep a register of any asbestos or ACM which is, or may be, in the building” structure or plant, an assumption is to be made that asbestos is in that structure or plant. An asbestos management plan must then be compiled, and any identified asbestos or ACM must be removed prior to the refurbishment or demolition commencing. These duties will mean any trade staff wanting to start work on buildings constructed prior to 1990 must have testing performed before any work commences. Given the extensive use of asbestos in New Zealand buildings the testing will need to be comprehensive. Testing of a single part of the building, such as one ceiling in a house that is to be demolished, is

Full records of testing and professional assessments should be kept by PCBUs as evidence of compliance. Removal of asbestos will need to be carried out by a licenced removalist. The draft Regulations create a tiered licencing system (from Class A removalist to Class C removalist). For removal of larger quantities of asbestos, or any friable asbestos, a Class A licenced removalist will be required. The legal onus is on the PCBU who commissions the removal to ensure the removalist holds the appropriate licence. Training and monitoring PCBUs will have a duty to train

their workers who may be involved in asbestos-related work. The training will need to cover the identification, safe handling, and suitable control measures for asbestos. The PCBU will need to keep each worker’s asbestos training record for a minimum of five years after the worker ceases working for the PCBU. The PCBU will also have to provide health monitoring for its workers who conduct asbestos removal work. Compliance costs Over time compliance with the draft Regulations should reduce the number of New Zealanders who die as a result of asbestos exposure. However, there will be a corresponding financial cost for industries working with asbestos. Time delays resulting from having asbestos assessments and testing completed before commencing work should be anticipated. There will also be the cost of developing an asbestos management plan and removing the asbestos where it is found to be present. Because the draft Regulations require a higher level of qualification for asbestos removal, businesses that regularly deal with asbestos will face an increase in the time and expense associated with training their

employees to the specified level and maintaining ongoing health-related monitoring. All of these additional costs will need to be factored into the cost of work. Consequences of non-compliance In addition to potential serious health consequences for workers, failing to comply with the draft Regulations may result in prosecution under the draft Regulations and/or the new Act. A successful prosecution will result in a criminal conviction and penalties possibly extending to the directors or officers of a company.

The level of fine the PCBU may face for breaching the draft Regulations is yet to be determined. However, the draft Regulations draw heavily from chapter 8 of the Australian Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011, which prescribes fines ranging from A$6,000 if an individual breaches a Regulation to A$30,000 if a body corporate (i.e. a company) breaches. In addition, WorkSafe could prosecute PCBUs under the new Act, which will have significantly higher penalties for directors, officers, and PCBUs (including imprisonment for some offences).

Shaun Brookes is a Senior Solicitor and Kerry Smith is a Partner at Buddle Findlay, www.buddlefindlay.com, one of New Zealand’s leading commercial law and public law firms with offices in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch

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FOCUS>>Asbestos

Asbestos needs a ban and a plan The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions (CTU) has presented a petition signed by over 1,000 New Zealanders calling on the government to ban the importation of asbestos and develop a comprehensive plan for the removal of all existing asbestos Regulations proposed by the CTU would require mandatory licensing and training for those working with asbestos, both maintenance and demolition

sbestos is the biggest workplace killer in New Zealand, says CTU Secretary Sam Huggard. “It kills at least 170 workers annually: more than twice as many workers as accidental deaths at work,” he notes. “The number of people dying from asbestos-related diseases (lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis) is increasing and the government projections are that it will peak at 300: higher than the road toll.” New Zealand is out of step with other developed countries, he claims. “We are still importing asbestos-containing products,” Mr Huggard notes. “Australia prohibited the import of all asbestos containing products in 2003, while similar bans in the United Kingdom date to the late 1990s.” The CTU, on behalf of all workers, is calling for the government to implement a total ban on the importation of asbestos-containing materials. “This action is overdue and well behind the action which other countries have taken.” Mr Huggard says the union is “very concerned” about asbestos exposure in Christchurch. “Public health experts continue to raise concerns about what the impact will be for workers in the decades to come, “ he

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The CTU wants a National Plan developed and implemented to eliminate all asbestos-containing material from the built environment by 2030 observes. “New regulations are proposed that will significantly assist in the management of asbestos: these should be given the highest priority.“ However, much more action is needed, Mr Huggard insists. “The CTU recommends a 12-point plan to deal with asbestos.” Many hundreds more people will die as a result of exposure in the next 50 years, he predicts. “We should act now to ensure that this is the lowest number possible, and that there are no more unnecessary exposures to asbestos.” The CTU’s asbestos action plan 1. A complete ban on the importation of asbestos-containing products should be developed and implemented as soon as possible. 2. A National Plan to eliminate all asbestos-containing material from the built environment by 2030 should be developed

and implemented. 3. The government should give immediate priority to upgrading the Health and Safety in Employment (Asbestos) regulations (‘the Regulations’). These are intended to come into force alongside the proposed Health and Safety at Work Act in late 2015. This is too far away and the Minister of Labour should regulate as quickly as possible. Further amendments can be made following more detailed consultation. 4. As MBIE proposes, the regulations should be based on the Australian approach which includes a presumption that asbestos is present in the built environment and therefore workplaces, and lowering the exposure limits which are out of line with international standards and require more prescription in relation to removal work. 5. The regulations should include mandatory licensing and train-

ing for those working with asbestos (both maintenance and demolition) 6. The distinction in the regulations between friable and non-friable asbestos is unhelpful given the possible deterioration of previously non-friable asbestos. The distinction should be removed. 7. All work with asbestos should be notifiable under workplace health and safety legislation. 8. The government should take urgent steps to implement a Health Surveillance scheme similar to that used in the United Kingdom for many years. This requires employers (or all persons conducting businesses or undertakings under the proposed law changes) to keep records of worker exposure to hazards such as asbestos for 40 years to allow tracking of long-latency diseases such as those caused by asbestos exposure. 9. Lung cancer should be registered and recorded in more detail to enable accurate linkage between exposure to asbestos and lung cancer. 10. There should be a system of notification by medical practitioners of all potential asbestos-related conditions/exposures including lung cancer and pleural plaques asbestosis and mesothelioma are currently recorded. 11. All identified asbestos in Christchurch should be registered. If a building contains asbestos materials the priority should be to remove it. If asbestos is identified in a building it should be notified in LIM reports. 12. The National Asbestos Registers should be reinvigorated and improved including by making their use compulsory.

Scientists suggest asbestos action A high-level scientific report has called on the government to consider banning the importation and use of asbestos-containing materials (ACMS)

he Asbestos exposure in New Zealand: Review of the scientific evidence of non-occupational risks analysis on behalf of the Royal Society of New Zealand and the Office of the Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor says the asbestos hazard in New Zealand “has not been well-managed” in the past. “New Zealand regulations have lagged behind many other countries, and the importation of ACMs containing chrysotile asbestos has yet to be banned in this country,” say Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor Sir Peter Gluckman and Royal Society of New Zealand President Sir David Skegg. They note that the devastating earthquakes in Canterbury in 2010-2011, which damaged thousands of buildings including many houses containing ACMs, potentially increased the risk of exposure to asbestos fibres in the community. “Concerns were raised

as to whether contractors working in the Canterbury Home Repair Programme (CHRP) took sufficient precautions to manage the potential risks of this exposure.” Although flaws were identified in the monitoring and mitigation of asbestos hazards in the CHRP, an analysis of exposure levels suggested that, even considering a ‘worst-case’ scenario, they believe the errors that occurred would not result in a significant increase in risk to homeowners and occupants of damaged houses who may have been living in the houses while work was being carried out. “Nonetheless, steps have been taken to correct the procedures for dealing with asbestos during remediation work, and homeowners undertaking repair and renovation work themselves should be made aware of the potential hazards if asbestos is disturbed.” The risk associated with exposure to low concentrations of asbestos

fibres should therefore be seen in its proper perspective, which should reassure the public, Sir Peter and Sir David add. “Nevertheless, risks must neither be underestimated nor denied, and authorities such as WorkSafe NZ and NZ Ministry of Health need to be vigilant in maintaining awareness of the risks of asbestos exposure in New Zealand homes, particularly when ACMs could be disturbed during home renovation.” The New Zealand Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment advises remediation workers in disaster recovery operations to make pragmatic decisions based on the age and construction of the buildings or structures, and if in doubt, proceed as if the building contains asbestos. Rubble should be dampened before disturbing, a dust mask or respirator should be worn, dusty overalls should be bagged before removal of the mask, and a shower

should be taken after work. A similar pragmatic approach can be taken by homeowners when considering the possible exposure risks in their homes. “A prudent approach would be to follow the lead of many other countries that have banned the continued importation and use of any ACMs, and this should be brought to the government’s attention,” Sir Peter and Sir David conclude.

New Zealand regulations have lagged behind many other countries, and the importation of materials containing chrysotile asbestos has yet to be banned in this country

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Crowdfunding website Kickstarter has meant the difference between life and death for a revolutionary emergency smartphone app

evelopment company RapidSOS has successfully completed a funding campaign to raise US$60,000 and roll out the One-touch-911 app globally. “We spent two years working with over 100 dispatch centres globally to develop RapidSOS OneTouch-911,” the US firm claims. “This award-winning technology is the most efficient and effective system for communicating during a life-threatening emergency, transmitting data from a phone directly to first responders in a matter of seconds.” Developed by researchers at MIT, Harvard, One-touch-911 runs off RapidSOS’ emergency communications platform and enables users to call the police, fire service, report a car crash or seek medical help using buttons on the

phone’s home screen. A single touch sees RapidSOS send: • precise location (accurate to 10m) • type of emergency • severity of the situation/user condition • relevant medical information • demographic data. It automatically sends all this essential information even if the user doesn’t have a mobile signal or can’t speak the language of the country they are in, making it ideal for holidays in a foreign land. Each of the four buttons on the app trigger a standard call to nearby dispatchers, and each call is placed with the phone’s GPS location, user details and any pre-entered medical information attached. If the user doesn’t have a signal on their network, the app lets them

‘roam’ onto another network to connect the call, a feature built into most phones already. One-Touch-911 puts a blue light emergency alert in everyone’s pocket with advanced capabilities as it: • connects over any media (cellular, WiFi, etc.) • transmits all the key information even if the user is unable to speak • offers an enriched data environment: voice, text, video, photos. The app also lets users simultaneously alert multiple friends and families of their emergency at the touch of a button and even syncs

with physical panic buttons that can be placed around a home, school or office to connect with the app via Bluetooth. The app can be used in 135 countries and is compatible with any three-digit emergency number in these regions, but it’s not yet known when the One-touch 911 app will be available in New Zealand. The app’s development was spurred by the fact that more than 250 million emergency calls are made each year in the US alone, but two-thirds have inaccurate location information, resulting in an estimated 10,000 deaths.

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The joint pan-industry and government Safetree™ initiative has been developed with input from all sectors of the forestry sector, including the men on the hill at the cutting edge of the industry

Safer tree culture on the horizon A comprehensive forestry industry safety initiative aims to slash the number of serious harm incidents

he new one-stop shop will help New Zealand’s forestry industry workers find the safety information they need to do their jobs without injury, says one of the driving forces behind the scheme. “The Safetree™ programme grew out of a Forestry Sector Action Plan formulated by industry, ACC and the then Department of Labour – now MBIE – in 2010,” explains joint NZ Forest Owners Association and Farm Forestry Association Health, Safety & Training Committee chair Warwick Foran. “It concentrated, initially, on safety initiatives for the tasks in our industry where most of the serious

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harm incidents occur.” Part of the government’s commitment to reducing serious harm and fatalities in New Zealand’s workplaces by 25 percent by 2020, the multi-faceted programme has two broad areas of effort, he adds. “Tools have been developed – and there are more to come – to help people know what safety looks like,” Mr Foran says. “But, more importantly, there’s been significant work on safety culture – to support and embed the application of safety at all levels of operation; and to ensure that working safely becomes the norm in our industry.”

The initial suite of work that began some five years ago was reviewed during the last year with input from the NZ Forest Owners Association, the Forest Industry Contractors Association, WorkSafe NZ, the Council of Trade Unions and workplace safety advocates Wiremu Edmonds and Neil Thomas. “This really is a joint pan-industry and government initiative; and it’s had input from people across the forestry supply chain who live and breathe forest safety,” Mr Foran emphasises. “We took advice from people who know about the target audiences, and the various strands of work were re-formatted under

the Safetree™ brand.” Safetree™ provides resources directly to people at all levels in the industry to remind them how to do their jobs safely, targeting information at forest owners/managers, contractors, foremen, head breaker-outs, breaker-outs, tree fallers, hauler and machine operators, and silviculture workers. “Other jobs such as truck driving will be targeted in the future.” The core of the project is the safetree.nz website, which, like the rest of the Safetree™ programme, was showcased to forestry leaders from across the country at the Forestry Industry Safety conference in Rotorua.

“The website is something that’s more accessible, more useable and more readily updated than the 150page folder buried under the front seat of the boss’s four-wheel drive,” Mr Foran maintains. “It’s in a format that makes it easy for people to find the information they need to be safe – and to work safely.” The website which is available on computers and mobile devices, currently contains various key resources including links to the ACoP and existing Best Practice Guides, with “lots more” to come. “It’s a medium that will allow information to be “pushed out” in a timely manner – for example, safety alerts, coroner’s court results and case studies around key high-risk tasks such as breaking out and tree falling.” Each level in the forestry supply chain – crew members, foremen, contractors and forest managers/ owners – has a separate page containing the information and the resources people need to stay safe and work safe. “For example, if you’re the foreman you might like to know how to form a daily work plan or how to manage for “upset” conditions,” Mr Foran explains. “If you’re a crew member there will be guides for critical tasks like calculating a safe retreat distance and machine-assisted felling.” The contractors and forest owners page, meanwhile, features the ACoP, the Health & Safety Reform Bill 2014 and New Zealand Forest Owners Association Safety Alerts, while the Safety Culture tree will soon be there as a tool to help drive the

sustained behavioural changes that are needed across the industry. “Key resources - such as the ACoP - will be easy to find under multiple links.” Videos valuable The beauty of the Safetree™ website, he believes, is that material that was previously only available in manuals can now be delivered by video in a way that’s far more valuable for the people who are actually doing the work. “The plan – only a little way down the track I hope – is

tailgate meeting; • and case studies on crews who have successfully implemented safety systems that have kept the crew safe and have improved the bottom line. The intent is clearly to develop and maintain a site that’s constantly updated and refreshed and not merely a static grab-bag. “What we, the industry, now have in Safetree™ is a shop front, a vehicle for all the safety-related tools, information and news.”

“What we, the industry, now have in Safetree™ is a shop front, a vehicle for all the safety-related tools, information and news” to roll out an app so that any smartphone will have access at the push of a button and get live, real-time information such as warnings to tree fallers if high winds are forecast.” Videos, printable downloads and other resources are being developed to help people do their work safely. “Whatever the task, and whatever their position in the crew, the message is always to do the job right, do it safely, every single time.” Safetree™ is more than just the website, however, and will eventually contain a variety of resources that are currently being developed including: • A5 flip charts and posters for use in the crew smoko room or gang bus • “how-to” videos around high-risk tasks such as machine-assisted falling and tree driving • advice on how to run a

Work in progress

The Safetree™ team has an extensive list of resources that it plans to develop by the end of June including: • Tailgate Meeting PDF form • Tailgate PDF Best Practice manual • Competency Tool – HBO/BO/Fallers (PDF for contractors and foremen) • Machine-Assist Tree Falling flipchart • Observer poster and flipchart • Shut Downs (Weather & Hung up trees) flipchart • Tree Driving flipchart and video for fallers • Working Alone poster and flipchart • Five-step Felling flipchart • Fatigue flipchart and poster • Tree Driving flipchart • Temporary Traffic management flipchart

It will also be a useful two-way tool that has in many ways been lacking in the industry to date, Mr Foran adds. “This website will be the avenue for those people who haven’t always had a voice to communicate back up the chain.” He also stresses the fact that Safetree™ is very much the forest industry’s own resource, while conceding that at the moment the “owner” is the NZ Forest Owners Association and ACC, which has focussed its current forest industry workplace injury prevention funding on the Safetree™ brand. However, in response to the Report of the Independent Forest Safety Review Panel the industry is currently creating a Forestry Industry Safety Council (FISC) that will comprise representatives from across the forestry supply chain and

Joint NZ Forest Owners Association and Farm Forestry Association Health, Safety & Training Committee chair Warwick Foran: “The Safetree™ website will give FISC a voice and a way of communicating with the industry that doesn’t exist now”

key government agencies and will include worker reps. As the name implies, the FISC will have the goal of making forests safer places to work. “For those of us involved in the Safetree™ programme, it seems like common sense to integrate the Safetree™ programme into the work of the FISC,” Mr Foran says. “And the Safetree™ website will give FISC a voice and a way of communicating with the industry that doesn’t exist now.”

• Heat Stress flipchart • Nutrient and Hydration flipchart and PDF • Noise-induced hearing loss flipchart and poster • Upset Conditions flipchart and video • Danger Zones in Breaking Out flipchart and video • Safe Retreat Position PDF and booklet • How to Form a Work Plan PDF and electronic foreman • Two Tree Length Rule flipchart /poster/video • Accident Investigation poster/cube - 19 steps • Tailgate how-to video • Two-tree Length how-to video • Danger Zones – breaker-out video • Upset Conditions video • Tree Driving how-to video

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Pleasing progress but knotty problems persist Latest figures show a steady decline in forestry fatalities and serious accidents but there’s no room for complacency, says the man charged with oversight of workplace safety

he number of forestry deaths has dropped from 10 in 2013 to one so far this year while serious harm incidents have fallen from 162 to 11 in the same period, WorkSafe NZ Chief Executive Gordon MacDonald notes. “These are very encouraging figures, but they’re not a trend yet so we can’t afford to change focus,” Mr MacDonald insists. “This improvement is largely due to the fact that the industry had a horror year in 2013 and came under significant scrutiny, following which all parties stepped up.” However, continued deep commitment and action is required, Mr MacDonald maintains, pointing out several ongoing problems that are concerning WorkSafe: • 35 percent of companies aren’t having tailgate meetings • 70 percent of workers say tree driving continues in the absence of a competent person

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• 23 percent of employers have no trained healthy and safety representative • and 12 percent have no employee participation system. These figures from WorkSafe’s tree-falling assessments are “very concerning”, Mr MacDonald says. “This level of non-compliance is simply unacceptable - the regulator has to stay on-site until these figures are dramatically lowered.” Equally revealing and concerning, he adds, is the fact that 10 percent of tree fallers could not demonstrate a two-tree-length distance, which is particularly worrying because 33 percent of serious injuries come from falls or being hit by falling or moving objects. “If you don’t know where two tree lengths end, you obviously can’t keep yourself or your workmates safe.” WorkSafe is working with the sector to overcome these problems by pursuing its three core aims

“to educate, engage and enforce”, having paid 1,476 assessment visits to crews on the ground since August 2013 and issued 1,433 notices – including 208 prohibition notices shutting down part or all of a site. Several key failures have been identified, including: • failure to notify WorkSafe of hazardous work • failing to take practical steps to ensure worker safety • failure to ensure plant and equipment is safe • failure to enforce the use of a safety helmet • and failure to ensure adequate training and competency of staff. Mr MacDonald says WorkSafe will remain “deeply engaged” with the industry, focus on problem areas, provide support, work closely with peak bodies, develop a new intervention plan and contribute to the Forestry Industry Safety Council (FISC) that has been established following last year’s Independent Forestry Safety Review’s call for a Forestry Leadership Action Group.

WorkSafe NZ Chief Executive Gordon MacDonald: “WorkSafe’s tree-falling assessments are very concerning and the level of noncompliance is simply unacceptable - the regulator has to stay on-site until these figures are dramatically lowered” Firm focus The focus on core problem areas includes breaking out and tree-falling assessments – targeting harm and revisiting poor performers. “We will also continue with some general forestry assessments and are looking to refine our approach in the non-corporate forestry sector, where we are still finding too many very, very poor performers.” WorkSafe is equally committed to the review of ACoPs and providing guidance, arising from the new legislative environment. “We’ll look to engage with the Forestry Industry Safety Council as we develop – we want to work with the industry to ensure that the work we are doing is helping make the industry safer.” However, he also believes that the industry has to step up to the mark because “it creates the risk and it has to manage it” – though the whole sector, including his organisation, owns and must address the safety issues. “There must be sustainable systemic change from treeline to board table if the forest is going to become and remain a safe place to work.” That said, Mr MacDonald agrees with the Independent Taskforce report that said WorkSafe’s predecessors had taken something of a “one size fits all” approach to the way it communicates and had not considered issues around literacy, communication skills, and the potential negative impact of those matters on the effectiveness of its regulatory work. “Our guidance and standards team - and there are now

over 20 of them - is working hard on making our advice and guidance to all sectors is fit for purpose.” WorkSafe is also working with workplace literacy organisation Workbase to review the tone and targeting of its Tree Falling and Breaking Out guidance documents. “The essential question is whether they are getting our messages across in a way that employers and teams on the ground find most effective?” he asks. “We have also introduced an animated character named Sonny as a representative image we are testing as a new way of getting our messages out to this sector.” Turning to the FISC, he believes its priorities include supply chain, valuing safety, competency, harvesting infrastructure and the safety culture. “However, it needs to be industry led and involve all stakeholders including workers with an independent voice,” Mr MacDonald insists. “The industry needs to develop actions that address both the symptoms such as safe practices, training and competence and impairment and also the big issues behind the symptoms.” WorkSafe’s analysis of the evidence available points to five key problems: Supply chain - complex contracting relationships with little vertical or horizontal integration, along with short-term contracts, make safety no one’s responsibility. “The economic model creates tension between profit and worker safety and puts the greatest burden on workers rather the owners of the asset,” Mr MacDonald says. “Production targets combined with unexpected delays in harvesting compound health and safety risks.” Undervaluing safety – viewed as a whole, but with exceptions, safety is not high enough on this sector’s priority list. “We observe a systemic financial and operational under-investment in safety,” Mr MacDonald reveals. Exacerbated by the supply chain structure, there is evidence of avoidance of health and safety obligations throughout the industry. “The scale of this problem is aggravated by non-compliant operators

undercutting those who do implement good systems.” Competency deficits – the skills required to work safely from boardroom to bushline in the forestry sector are not well understood or agreed. The structure of the supply chain transfers the risk and responsibility for safety performance to those parts of the system least able to resource it. “Safe practice is therefore not implemented consistently, nor, we believe, is “what safe looks like” entirely clear to many of those working in the sector,” Mr MacDonald adds. “This results in unsafe behaviour.” The safety culture is poor - safety culture in workplaces in general is often talked of as a discrete, touchable single element. “It is not and it cannot be “rolled out”,” Mr MacDonald insists. “It is a combination of many factors, and we are not convinced that this sector understands the complexity and interconnectedness of many of those components.” The key components appear to be absent in large parts of the sector and poorly implemented in others. The impact of a poor safety culture is particularly high in forestry given the high reliance on individual judgement at the bushline, which can be impaired by other contributing factors such as fatigue, hard physical working conditions and the impact of variable environmental factors such as terrain, weather and light levels. “This situation is exacerbated by the prevalent use of management controls as opposed to engineering solutions.” Insufficient investment in forest harvesting infrastructure – the prevailing short-term harvesting contracts in forestry – particularly in the farm forest sub-sector – exacerbate slow technological advancement and reliance on manual labour. The scale of this problem is aggravated by the high number of small contracting businesses and the frequency of short-term contracts. “Poor safety process and planting design that takes insufficient account of safety implications further contribute to overall poor safety practice,” Mr MacDonald concludes.

Total accountability the key to safety success

veryone in the company or organisation has to be responsible for safety, an expert in safety culture development told the recent Forestry Safety Summit. Whilst most companies have defined employee’s responsibilities and accountabilities as they relate to business targets, results and improvements, many businesses haven’t fully defined accountability when it comes to safety, says Caterpillar Safety Services Asia Pacific Regional Manager Brett Haskins. Most managers traditionally define accountability as ownership - people own specific things or activities and if they don’t follow through then someone holds them accountable, he explains. But that type of accountability doesn’t necessarily work in the context of safety because it doesn’t drive behaviour. “Proven accountability that works is based on the

Caterpillar Safety Services Asia Pacific Regional Manager Brett Haskins: “Our approach details the continuous improvement tools needed to identify the specifics of accountability, leadership actions, measurements and employee engagement to achieve companywide sustainability” Organisational culture is important because statistics show that 90 percent of injuries relate to behaviour rather than the unsafe conditions that exist in the work-

“It’s a proven method - define what people do and how well they have to do it rather than having a manager or supervisor whose safety responsibility is to keep people from getting hurt” level of leadership commitment to making it happen,” Mr Haskins reasons. “Results will vary from organisation to organisation based on that commitment.” Similarly, most people and organisations are confused by the definition of safety culture, largely arguing for the textbook definition – a group of shared values. “However, culture is represented and defined in any organisation by how people do things, the decisions they make when nobody else is watching – especially the boss,” he maintains. “There are also a lot of influences on that culture, including the type of industry, workers’ backgrounds, social norms and their personal experience both in the industry and in life.”

place - yet most organisations spend their time focusing on 10 percent of the safety problem. “For example, we’ll go to the ends of the earth to find a trip hazard yet ignore somebody who is standing on top of an 18-wheeler trailer trying to strap down logs while balancing 13 metres off the ground – we accept that as normal practice.” Mr Haskins attributes this type of aberrant thinking to the fact that many countries have government agencies that focus on the compliance side of safety not the cultural side, which encourages organisations to fix the condition rather than the unsafe behaviour. “The result is that the real reason for the incident isn’t addressed and the unsafe behaviour may continue, masked by

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COVER STORY luck until it happens again.” Often, unsafe behaviour seems to be the result of people taking risks or performing unsafe actions because of an attitude, belief or idea that they’re not going to get injured. “Sometimes they don’t think the risky behaviour is important to safety or they believe something else is more important than the risk they’re taking.” Risk rationale Culturally, Mr Haskins says, it’s important to understand why people take risks - what are the things that people do in organisations that influence attitudes, behaviours and ideas? “If we assume a lack of care is an attitude, could we reasonably believe that we have a culture that supports taking risks? Norms are the expectations that are set within an organisation – and that’s the connection to accountability.” Whether written or unwritten, norms are simply what’s accepted and practiced in the work environment. “For example, if you’re a supervisor which is the more powerful – the five times you stop someone doing something unsafe or the one time you walk past it and let it go?” he asks. The knowledge that safety needs to be embraced from the ground up and embedded from the top down makes finding the right resources to change the culture crucial to success. “Ensuring the

entire organisation accepts a safety culture change is essential once we acknowledge the potential consequences of safety’s absence,” Mr Haskins believes. “We need all leaders to embrace new practices so their direct reports model a safe behaviour and attitude.” Organisations are therefore turning to accountability to drive a universal attitude and make safety a visible commitment by establishing organisational norms and setting the right kinds of expectations. “It’s a proven method - define what people do and how well they have to do it rather than having a manager or supervisor whose safety responsibility is to keep people from getting hurt.” Mr Haskins reasons that if safety expectations aren’t specific, clear realistic and appropriate for the role then people are left wondering how to achieve the courageous goal of zero harm. “Ultimately, it comes down to showing staff what safety quality looks like, training them how to do it and how to do it well.” As with all good business practices, the importance of measuring success for safety cultural change is critical to its long-term value and the ability to justify the cost of implementation, not to mention ensure it is being done right. The Caterpillar Safety Services Zero-Incident Performance (ZIP™) Process detailed at safety.cat.com outlines the specific measurable

qualities that must be considered to ensure the ball isn’t dropped along the way. “Partnering with businesses, our approach details the continuous improvement tools needed to identify the specifics of accountability, leadership actions, measurements and employee engagement to achieve company-wide sustainability,” Mr Haskins explains. The four steps to accountability Employee engagement However, while the leadership team has overriding responsibility for the success of safety initiatives it’s the supervisors that highlight the importance of safe behaviours with employees every day. “Engaging with employees during a high-quality daily safety meeting should therefore become a critical success indicator and part of their performance criteria.” Mr Haskins notes that all the research in this area points to the need for senior management to measure and quantify each supervisor’s ability to truly connect with their employees during safety meetings. “Just having the meeting and reading notes is no longer enough,” he insists. Achieving employee engagement when it comes to safety means leaders need to be certain their supervisors understand how to have the conversation and how to have it well. “Supervisors need to be accountable for the results and be

The Caterpillar Safety Services Zero-Incident Performance (ZIP™) Process neatly encapsulates and details the accountability approach to safety but can also be adapted for a myriad other business processes including cost, quality, production or service

able to elicit involvement from team members to guide their behaviour and improve safety results.” Accountability depends on every organisational level understanding what it has to do to be successful in terms of safety. “Defining safety

Eight steps to safety

he Safetree™ launch and associated initiatives follow last year’s report by the Independent Forestry Safety Review Panel, which was established in January 2014 to address the fact that forestry was New Zealand’s most dangerous industry with a fatality rate 15 times higher than the overall rate for all industrial sectors. The panel’s October 2014 report made eight key recommendations: • that a Forestry Leaders Action Group (FLAG) made up of government, industry, workers and their representatives be established by WorkSafe New Zealand (WorkSafe) to oversee the delivery of a Forestry Sector Health and Safety Action Plan that would drive long-term improvements across the supply chain by focussing on delivering the report recommendations • a charter or pledge be developed within six months that will commit forestry industry leaders to take action to change and work to build their health and safety leadership capabilities • the forestry sector works together to put systems and processes for worker participation, engagement and representation in place • clear and consistent standards are set to deal with risk identification, as-

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sessment and management, among others • competency standards are put in place for high hazard and critical safety roles in the forest, and the issues associated with training, supervising and assessing competency are addressed • FLAG works with the sector to deliver a contractor certification scheme over a three-year period • WorkSafe develops an enhanced and comprehensive set of procedures and processes for investigations that ensure effective communication with all those impacted by a serious injury or fatality • FLAG works to ensure that information about accidents, injuries and fatalities is shared in a meaningful and timely way throughout the industry to improve health and safety. WorkSafe has indicated its intention to extend its focus on the forestry sector to include a forestry-specific intervention approach which is directed at supply chain and production pressure; under-evaluation of safety; industry competency deficits; poor safety culture; and insufficient investment in forestry harvesting infrastructure.

in the same way businesses define other aspects of each employee’s

visible show of support. “This is particularly important when it comes

role then becomes a critical component in the long-term success of any safety cultural change programme.” This is where achieving sustainable business safety initiatives becomes important: more than just driving accountability at the supervisor level and defining individual roles it needs to be built into management’s responsibilities as attendance at toolbox meetings and a

to the recognition of performance and analysis of leading and lagging safety indicators.” Senior management also needs to play a part. “Their role can vary but needs to ensure they hold line managers accountable, follow up on safety conversations and understand the level of employee engagement in safety,” Mr Haskins says. “Without senior management

buy-in, measuring results becomes a lacklustre process and cultural change potentially goes out the window.” Accountability is also lost once senior leadership begins to disengage. “Supervisors are always aware of the most important targets on a manager’s list, and safety is often left off that list altogether,” he notes. Building accountability at all levels thus makes it sustainable. “Safety success and sustainability all de-

pends on the commitment levied by senior leadership – they have to commit to doing it and they have to commit to maintaining it,” Mr Haskins insists. Supervisors can’t disengage from safety, any more than they would disengage from any other business aspects, be it production, quality or customer service or price per ton. “Safety is part of any successful organisation – it definitely has a payback.”

Safety Council searching for CEO

he Forest Industry Safety Council (FISC) implementation is being delayed by the search for a National Safety Manager and an independent chair. Formally established in early February following a recommendation by last year’s Independent Forestry Safety Review Panel to establish a Forestry Leadership Action Group (FLAG), FISC was due to get underway in early April. “We are still searching for an independent chair and a National Safety Manager, who will effectively be a CEO and drive the organisation,” Farm Forestry Association President Ian Jackson admits. “Once that person has been appointed FISC will be underway.” The process is being led by an Establishment Group made up of WorkSafe, workers, and industry, but the FISC isn’t expected to be operational until late May. “The whole industry realises that time is of the essence and we need to get underway,” Mr Jackson adds. The FISC will include widespread industry representation and consist of: • three forest owners • one government representative • one union representative • two workers – although their status as full participants or observers still has to be resolved • two contractors association representatives • and the independent chair. The safety council, jointly funded by industry and the government, will

have triple the resources that were previously deployed by ACC through their injury prevention programme. “Its first priority will be to agree on a work plan for its first 12 months,” Mr Jackson says. “But its focus will be on practical tools and systems for improving safety in forest workplaces, including farm woodlots.” The FISC will build on the safety measures implemented over the past few years, including the establishment of a steepland harvesting research programme with the vision of having ‘no worker on the slope, no hand on the chainsaw’. A new generation of harvesting technologies has been augmented by the investment of more than $50 million in the last 18 months in new feller-bunchers to replace men with chainsaws on steep slopes, as well as other innovations such as on-board GPS-based navigation and camera-assisted grapples for log extraction. The Independent Forestry Safety Review Panel also recommended that WorkSafe “develops an enhanced and comprehensive set of procedures and processes for investigations that ensure effective communication with all those impacted by a serious injury or fatality”. WorkSafe is currently reviewing its internal policies for how it interacts with the families of workplace fatality victims, and is also developing mechanisms for distilling and sharing information about accidents and incidents to the wider sector to improve learning opportunities off the back of accidents and incidents.

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who can highlight the impact of the Bill and readily inform and educate industry professionals on their responsibilities under the new law. Visit Worksafe New Zealand’s stand where staff will explain why New Zealand’s health and safety record is nothing to be proud of. They will provide visitors with

“No one goes to work expecting to get hurt, sick or killed. But in New Zealand, far too many people do. On average, 75 people per year die on the job, one in 10 is harmed and 600900 die from work-related diseases—all coming at a cost of $3.5 billion per year” Worksafe NZ Working Safer In 2013 the government announced its Working Safer reform package aimed at bringing down New Zealand’s workplace injury and death toll by 25 percent by 2020. The new Health and Safety Reform Bill will make every workplace responsible for the health and safety of all workers. With the Bill scheduled for release later this year, The National Safety Show is perfectly timed with leading speakers and product providers

an update on the new Health and Safety At Work Bill and what Worksafe inspectors will focus on when visiting your business. Across three full days The National Safety Show is the one place that you will be able to view the latest technology, equipment, services and innovations from the safety industry. It is free for industry professionals and will attract visitors from a wide variety of businesses and industry

categories and sectors. This includes general trades and construction, civil engineering, engineering and manufacturing, cargo and warehousing, road transportation, local body and government departments (including police and military), and private sector businesses. In addition a comprehensive industry-led schedule of seminars and professional development has been developed, focusing on gaining and sharing knowledge for better business. Health & Safety is paramount regardless of your business size, location or the industry you operate in. It’s a subject that can’t be ignored. Bigger Better & Stronger Not only does The National Safety Show provide an opportunity to explore new products, services and innovations from the safety industry, it also provides a forum for education and the sharing of information and knowledge. Industry education is no bolt-on feature - it’s an integral component of the event. This year we will host three full days of seminars and workshops across the National Safety Show seminar floor with concurrent seminars in the buildnz | designex area. This is in addition to the displays, show features and demonstrations that many exhibitors and association bodies will have - creating a complete one-stop-shop for products, services, education and professional development. We expect the seminars and workshops to be well attended so be sure to get in early to reserve your space. A complete breakdown of seminars is available in this issue on pages 26 and 28 and at www.safetyshow. co.nz. Be sure to plan your visit - register free at www.safetyshow.co.nz contact XPO Exhibitions for more information on (09) 976 8300

Leading Occupational Health and Safety

How can we get everyone in your organisation committed to your Occupational Health and Safety System?

our organisation is unique – your structures, people, processes and Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) requirements are not static. How can you meet the requirements of the proposed Health and Safety Reform Bill and expect active engagement from senior management through to front line workers? Your front line managers are in a key position to be able to identify and promote your OH&S System as the role requires the direct supervision of staff, duties, workflow management, quality control and communicating with senior management. Many organisations promote their best operators, trades people or artisans into supervisory first-line

management positions without providing them with all the skills to do the job. Armed with expert knowledge of their business, but little or no knowledge of how to supervise (or manage Health and Safety), they are bound to struggle. The National Certificate in Business (First Line Management) (Level 4) programme provides your supervisors with the leadership, management and business writing skills to create beneficial change from the bottom up, in a practical way. It provides them with some of the tools and techniques to become fully engaged, lead people and plan and manage projects. The programme is developed around

a major efficiency improvement project. Vertical Horizonz, in consultation with a number of industry partners, has developed this programme around a specific OH&S project. Trainees attend two face-to-face modules, with a third take-home module completed in between. The take-home module is designed around an internal audit and/or implementation of an OH&S System in their current workplace. In the second workshop, trainees will present reports on their project, review the project and its outcomes and make recommendations for improvement. Trainees are supported during their projects with online forums, trainer feedback and site visits. The value of the project is twofold - first, it gives trainees the opportunity to apply OH&S knowledge in a practical real world scenario. Second, it provides value back to your organisation through the in-

vestment in your staff development and through valuable feedback on your OH&S system. What’s in it for the business? • Employees that have been invested in are loyal, productive and will stay with you • The business gains the improvements brought about by the Health and Safety implementation project • The study engages the candidate and focuses them onto the needs of the business • The candidate will bring knowledge and skills of immediate use and transferable skills that will continue to serve the business well into the future • Employers already know their people are their greatest asset. Giving them the opportunities to grow their skills and knowledge benefits the business in both the short and long term.

Qualifications National Certificate in Business (First Line Management) Level 4 National Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety (Co-ordination) Level 4 Course Duration 6 day block course; and A coached workplace programme Cost Funding options available – Contact VHNZ for more information Locations

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Creating New Zealand’s safest hands Hand protection is constantly evolving to meet the demands of a wide array of industries

mployers have the responsibility to provide their staff with not only the safest hand protection but they must also choose gloves that allow their employees to conduct their roles in a productive manner. Leather gloves have for many years been the standard form of hand protection for medium to heavy duty jobs. Given the advances in technology in industry, leather gloves often do not allow the wearer the dexterity to conduct all parts of their job with a gloved hand. As years have passed, innovations in both yarn technology and glove manufacturing mean that gloves have become better fitting which in turn contributes to improved productivity and a reduction in hand injuries. Seamless knitted gloves were pioneered by Showa in the early 1990s,

are extremely versatile and have revolutionised the fit and feel of hand protection. Advances in polymer coatings (e.g. latex, nitrile and polyurethane) have further enhanced the durability and grip properties of these new generations of gloves. Lynn River is the exclusive importer of Showa gloves into New Zealand and also a licensee for DSM Dyneema. Whether it is a solution for chemical protection, cut protection, thermal protection or just comfortable and durable general purpose gloves Lynn River has a solution for all industries. That’s why we are known as “The Glove Professionals”.

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10 AM

Kyle Dransfield, owner of Highway 1, has 10 years of experience in the road industry and is an expert in how to use carpark and traffic control furniture to make workplace and warehouse areas safe.

Best practice for carpark and warehouse safety Your asphalt carpark is a valuable asset - learn how maintain and keeps it value. How can you use carpark furniture in the right way to reduce carpark and warehouse hazards and increase safety. In particular we will be looking at the best practices of where and how to install mirrors, speed humps, cable protectors etc.

11 AM

Terry Coleman, CEO of CEDA Environmental Services Ltd, has had over 40 years of experience in the demolition and asbestos industries.

Asbestos! Proposed changes and responsibilities Legislation and controls around asbestos are about to change this year. These changes will require all persons (PCBU’s) to look very closely at their responsibilities and take action. The purpose of today’s seminar is to explain the what, how and why.

12 PM

Dr. Paul Fitzmaurice Paul has been involved in the science and laboratory business disciplines for over 20 years including roles in both academia and commercial sectors.

Synthetic cannabis, bath Salts and legalised cannabis ‘Drug testing but not as we know it’ Dr Fitzmaurice will describe the changing landscape of recreational and prescription drug use around world and describe how drug testing in the workplace is evolving to keep pace with these changes.

1 PM

Simon Fletcher, Managing Director-Colourgrip Surfacing Ltd is an independent anti-slip safety surfacing consultant and MD of a company that provides safety surfacing solutions nationwide.

Floor Safety in the workplace New Zealand has one of the worst records for workplace accidents, injuries and fatalities in the OECD. Slips, trips and falls are now the most reported workplace safety incidents so making your floors safe is critically important, especially as part of a comprehensive health and safety strategy.

2 PM

Simon Coles, NZ Manager Motorola Solutions, has been involved in the IT&T market for 20+ years with experience across many facets of IT, and communications.

How communications, duress solutions, and indoor/outdoor location services can improve safety for customers How communication tools including instant communication, man-down, lone worker and duress solutions as well as indoor and out location services can assist customers with their safety obligations.

3 PM

Tim Thurn is Essilor’s Director of Professional Services for Essilor Australia and New Zealand.

See safe at work place Learn about the safety standards for eye protection and special emphasis around prescription eye wear safety standards and difference between certification and compliance

4 PM

Dr Logan Wait, co-founder and Business Builder at ecoPortal, has worked with some of ecoPortal’s most complex clients such as Auckland Council and Fonterra.

Sick of the paper war and spreadsheet hell in H&S? Ahead of the H&S reform there is a proliferation of options offering help to manage health and safety. This how to session will outline the things you should think about when upgrading your management system from paper and spreadsheets and old software into an online system.

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Carolyn Parris is the Senior Technical Specialist for 3M New Zealand’s Personal Safety Division specialising in hearing and respiratory solutions for a range of different workplaces.

How to protect your respiratory system when handling asbestos Examples of different types of respirators used for certain asbestos handling and removal jobs, Assigned protection factors of different types of respirators, Fit testing requirements and options, An overview of New Zealand guidelines for the management and removal of asbestos.

10 AM

Mike Nankivell, Senior Hazardous Substances Consultant at Haztec, is a WorkSafe-registered test certifier working with industries throughout NZ to help them meet their safety, training and certification obligations.

Responding to a chemical Spill – your readiness, roles and responsibilities? This seminar looks at your readiness to respond to a chemical spill incident – your role, your responsibilities and the most important thing of all: your safety.

11 AM

Marcus Nalter, Programme Manager Construction and Manufacturing - WorkSafe New Zealand.

Everyone who goes to work comes home healthy and safe Marcus will explain why New Zealand health and safety record is nothing to be proud of, will provide an update on the new Health and Safety At Work Bill and what WorkSafe Inspectors’ will be focussed on when visiting your business.

12 PM

Dougie Beck has worked with some of the world’s most successful business software companies and management consultancies delivering enterprise process improvement solutions.

Beyond compliance; getting business benefits from H&S management Most organizations comply with Health and Safety regulations in good faith knowing that this is the right thing to do. However many don’t fully exploit the potential business benefits to be gained through those same systems used for compliance.

1 PM

Jodhi Warwick-Ponga, trainer for Vertical First time managers – setting them up to succeed! Horizonz, is a former client manager for an Moving a worker from ‘off the tools’ to managing people and resources has a international software development company myriad of obstacles which can be overwhelming for the newly promoted. where she trained organisations in health and safety, and OSH data management.

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Slips, trips & falls are now the most reported workplace safety incidents Make your floors safe and up to code with Colourgrip® Roading Technology

ew Zealand has one of the worst records for workplace accidents, injuries and fatalities in the OECD. Slips, trips and falls are now the most reported workplace safety incidents so making your floors safe is critically important, especially as part of any health and safety strategy. Yet too many companies in New Zealand pay lip service to this area of safety. Not only does this put New Zealand workers at risk but with the new Health & Safety Act to pass into law later this year companies, their directors and senior managers will become liable for any workplace incidents unless they have taken all reasonable or practical steps to minimise risk. Improving floor safety is one of those steps and there are now solutions for just about any surface.

The most durable anti-slip and anti-skid solution available The short term and relatively cheap options of using either paint or adhesive tapes to mark out coloured lines, zones and demarcated areas are unlikely to cut it for anti-slip areas under the new Health & Safety Act. These applications deteriorate quickly, are ineffective and need replacing regularly so over the long term create more down time and do not provide a true best value solution. More importantly they are unlikely to meet the requirement of the new Act to take all reasonable or practical steps to minimise risk. As Colourgrip® provides unsurpassed effectiveness, durability and longevity, this equates to the best value for your investment over time and ongoing peace of mind for your health & safety compliance.

Simon Fletcher Seminar: Floor safety in the workplace Don’t miss this interactive seminar to be presented by Colourgrip Managing Director, Simon Fletcher, which will look at the practical steps

companies, directors and managers can take to ensure full compliance with floor safety regulations. For further information visit: www.colourgrip.co.nz

NZ’s most durable anti-slip & anti-skid solution by far Exceeding compliance to UK motorway, NZTA and NZ Building Code specifications Colourgrip® provides a world leading PU resin binder and aggregate system. With over 20 years’ experience, our contracting teams install nationwide. If you’re looking for unsurpassed slip-resistance, durability and vibrant colour, with an immediate FIVE year adhesion and defects warranty, then you should be talking to us.

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2 PM

Wayne Milicich, Director - Optimum Results Ltd, Human movement and Injury prevention specialist. Physiotherapist.

Why is the back injury problem is still persisting? There is a solution if you look in the right place. The Medical Model for preventing back problems has failed. It now seems that back problems are expected and accepted and a lot of money is now spent on rehab.

3 PM

Peter Dawson, owner - Technical Compliance Consultants Ltd, is an analytical and industrial chemist, consulting with SME’s on compliance with the H&S in Employment and HSNO Acts and their Regulations since 1996.

Emergency response plans Emergency situations, always have and always will occur. Being able to respond to them effectively and swiftly is crucial to avoid damage or prevent injury. Since they are rare events, it is not easy to forecast how or when they will occur and even less so to include them in a plan.

4 PM

Dr Andrea Polzer-Debruyne, Senior Consultant – PeopleCentric, has 25 years’ experience in supporting organisational and individual development.

Who will cause the next accident around here? Exploring a science-based approach to harm-reduction. An easy to understand, science–based approach to identifying safety-risk attitudes and behaviours, highlighting the importance of following up with ongoing, targeted and tailored development initiatives.

Tuesday 23rd

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Rex O’Rourke, Senior Technical Engineer 3M Australia, is the Application Engineering Specialist for the Cleaning and Workplace Safety section of the Commercial Solutions Division of 3M Australia and 3M New Zealand.

Workplace safety – a focus on floors The cost of slips, trips and falls to business are significant. Rex will look at some statistics and costs to business. . We will share 3M’s approach to Safer Floors and safer Floor Checklists.

10 AM

Responding to a chemical spill Your Readiness, Roles and Responsibilities? This seminar looks at your readiness to respond to a chemical spill incident – your role, your responsibilities and the most important thing of all: your safety.

11 AM

Jodhi Warwick-Ponga, trainer for Vertical Horizonz, is a former client manager for an international software development company where she trained organisations in health and safety, and OSH data management.

First time managers – setting them up to succeed! Many employees are excited by new challenges – especially those that are accompanied by opportunities to expand their careers, skills and experience.

12 PM

Peter Archer, Director of the Investigations Division - Risk Management Group. He has spent 14 years in the commercial environment providing risk management solutions to the commercial sector.

Operational risk assessment, management & audit An integrated approach to the identification, assessment, prevention, minimisation, mitigation, management and control of all operational risks resulting from day to day commercial activities in terms of people, processes, premises and plant.

1 PM

Bill Blackmore, Managing Director – New Zealand Wood Products Ltd, ran the New Zealand Sales team for CHH Engineered Wood Products and led the Futurebuild International Market development in Hong Kong.

New Zealand and Australian made scaffold planks There is a growing choice of Scaffold Planks that are either made in New Zealand and Australia or exported to New Zealand. To ensure the Scaffold Planks are fit for purpose, Bill will discuss what to look out for and the importance of EWPAA Safety Standards.

2 PM

Wayne Milicich, Director - Optimum Results Ltd, Human movement and Injury prevention specialist. Physiotherapist.

3 PM

Nick Pfahlert, President Scaffolding Rigging Accessing New Zealand, the membership group and voice of scaffolders, access and riggers in New Zealand.

Supporting safety at heights during scaffolding shortage Working at heights can be dangerous and is a core concern for those working both inside and outside the industry. With almost all construction activity requiring scaffolding, it is critical the industry has an adequate skill base and enough staff to meet demand and maintain high levels of safety.

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More than a century of innovation and the Oliver 3-Way promise The Oliver Footwear promise is to provide the most comfortable, best performance and most durable footwear

liver & Stevens began producing tough and durable boots for miners and farmers in 1887. James Oliver’s quest for riches in the goldfields of Ballarat in the mid-1800s had not paid off so he returned to the boot-making trade which he had learned in the UK. The same entrepreneurial streak which marked the establishment of the business continues today with Oliver Footwear operating a modern manufacturing plant supported by a dedicated team of employees. Ongoing investment in manufacturing technology, business systems and people ensures that the company continues to adopt world’s best practice in all parts of the business. Product research and development to address the needs and demands of tough workplace safety environments will always be a central part of company philosophy. Oliver Footwear joined the Honeywell Group in 2012 and is now part of the Honeywell Safety Products division which offers a full range of head to toe Personal Protective Equipment. The company’s commitment to product innovation and technology is a continuous process and has pioneered significant improvements to safety and industrial footwear over many years. Oliver was one of the early pioneers of DDPU soling for safety footwear and lead the move toward lighter and more flexible safety boots. This development virtually eliminated the “old” heavy vulcanized sole and provided all day comfort for the wearer. In 1992 Oliver pioneered the use of NATUREform carbon steel safety toe cap scientifically shaped for unprecedented comfort and protection. This cap was incorporated in THE BOOT by Oliver which set new standards in fit and comfort in Australia by ensuring the toes and feet remained comfortable for the duration of the working day.

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THE BOOT release was followed by the Oliver GRIPthane range of Dual Density Polyurethane safety footwear, offering even more comfort features over traditional products. This sole development was the first Australian safety boot to pass the SATRA EN344 slip resistance test and hence exceed the European Standard for slip resistance. It was also the first time that athletic sports footwear components, such as PORON 4000 had been introduced into Australian manufactured safety footwear. The Oliver POWERflex Impact Absorption System, not only offered new levels of comfort but also assisted in reducing the incidence of heel strike, while the cushioning effect helps eliminate foot, leg and lower back fatigue. These innovations were then followed by the introduction of SOFTtracDual Density Rubber soling technology, a first for Australia. This development replaced the old single density nitrile/rubber sole with the SOFTtrac sole utilizing two layers of rubber, one high density outer for the tough working surfaces and a lower density softer midsole to cushion impact and improve underfoot comfort. It proved to be outstanding success in providing footwear solutions to industries such as emergency services, steel, casting and the smelting industry – wherever employees are faced with harsh working environments. With the increased emphasis on lifestyle, employees and in particular the younger generation wanted to wear clothing and footwear that reflected their lifestyle – more relaxed and casual. In addition, employees who needed to wear safety footwear for their own protection were avoiding the issue, as many were not satisfied with the choice. Oliver Footwear set out to meet this expectation by creating a sports range of safety footwear which

combined comfort, style and safety protection in one product. The Oliver SPORTS innovation lead the way to a revolution in the safety footwear industry by offering styles that could be worn both at work and socially. Not content to rest, Oliver developed the next step in comfort, the COMFORTcushion Impact Absorption System which uses a combination of Cellular Urethane and PORON. This system not only holds its shape beyond the life of the boot but also provides even more superior cushioning and shock absorption which is of particular benefit for workers who spend most of their day on their feet. The company recently produced the AT’s ALL TERRAIN range specially to suit the demanding work sites in building, construction, mining and similar outdoor environments. AT’s offered two key features, firstly the new Dual Density All Terrain TPU (Thermo Plastic Urethane) soling technology where a lightweight, shock absorbing low density PU (polyurethane) midsole is matched with a hard wearing, high density TPU outsole which provides the su-

perior grip and abrasion resistance. The second is the new Hi-Impact ALLOY Type 1 protective toe cap which is 40 percent lighter than a conventional steel toecap - another first for Australia. Oliver offers specific footwear solutions for the most demanding workplace environments, which usually impose exceptional and difficult performance and protective requirements. Firefighting services, emergency services, metal and aluminum casting and smelting, mining and petrochemical industries are typical applications where Oliver can offer a safety footwear solution that works. All Oliver Footwear is manufactured to Australian Standard AS/NZS2210.3 whilst individual footwear products are continuously benchmarked against other recognised international industry and performance Standards. Oliver Footwear is an Accredited Quality Endorsed Company to the Australian and International Quality Standard ISO 9002 which requires the Oliver systems and processes to reflect “world best practice” and be monitored on a regular basis with Australian Standards Audits.

Finally, work boots that don’t feel like work boots. NEW AT45 WORK BOOTS JUST BECAUSE YOU WORK HARD, DOESN’T MEAN YOUR FEET HAVE TO. THE NEW OLIVER AT45 WORK BOOTS GIVE YOU SUPERIOR PROTECTION AND, THANKS TO OLIVER’S BUILT IN SOFTSTRIDE® COMFORT SYSTEM, THE ULTIMATE IN WORK BOOT COMFORT. OLIVER.COM.AU

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Becoming NZ leading height safety specialist has been no accident PBI Height Safety are New Zealand’s high performance safety specialists, providing engineered solutions for total fall protection, equipment and height access - so you can work with confidence

rom concept to completion, PBI literally ‘takes care’ of your total height safety compliance and certification, creating a zero harm environment at height with efficient, flexible and cost-effective solutions. Based in Christchurch, PBI Height Safety is 100% New Zealand owned and operated. We work closely with the hazardous work at height industry specializing in Fall Protection across the country and abroad. Securely on top of many of the country’s notable buildings and structures, PBI has become synonymous with Strength, Integrity and Safety. Uncompromising safety through in-depth knowledge of safety standards AS/NZS 1891 (Height Safety PPE, Installed Systems, Fall Arrest devices) AS/NZS 5532 (new Anchor testing standards) H&S legislation and Good Practice guidelines, PBI is market leader in the potentially hazardous industry of height safety work. Building on this platform of specialist experience, we consult with our clients to bring efficient, flexible solutions for practical compliance. Innovative, global brands such as Capital Safety, DBI Sala, Innotech, Rigid Lifelines, CAMP and Zero ensures that our clients have the most technologically advanced safety equipment available- for the protection of both those working at height and the requirements of their principles to meet Health & Safety legislation. The PBI culture is height safety Our entire team is fully trained in advanced height safety from reception, consultants to the installers and dispatchers - reflecting our reputation of total commitment to fall protection now and into the future. Rapid growth over 16 years of innovation and dedication has provided effective solutions to all industries involving height safety, roof access, and fall protection. PBI has contin-

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ually expanded its product range to cover all areas of height access, anchorage, rope access and personal protective equipment Working at height is an important part of workplace safety for many industries »» Painters »» Construction industry »» Telecommunications & Linesman »» Local council »» Scaffolders »» Roofers »» Arborists »» Maintenance crews »» Electricians »» Civil contractors »» Aviation »» Rescue & Emergency workers »» Abseiling »» Engineering plants »» Factories & processing plants »» Events & hire industry »» Shipping »» Mining »» Transport Industry PBI is the market leader for total fall protection, guaranteeing a total height safety and access solution for any building or structure. Permanent lifelines (horizontal and vertical types) combined with anchor points, accessways, walkways, ladders, guardrails and steps to meet your budget, design needs and architectural requirements with a dedicated focus of ‘creating a zero harm environment for the fall protection industry’. Safety is our concern, creating peace of mind for the building professionals, owners and employers whilst ensuring that workers can comfortably and efficiently do their job without compromising safety. Freedom of movement is important, with many of our safety line systems enabling the user to move freely along the length without disconnecting. Whether it’s a new building at concept stage or an

existing building (retrofit) PBI can assess, design and install a system that gives total height safety solutions for your ongoing needs. Every project is tailored to the specific requirements and work activities. PBI Height Safety services includes consultancy, risk assessment, ensuring fall protection, installing height safety systems, engineering design for difficult and unique situations, custom fabrications, system installations, IQP testing and certification, producer statements, SOP’s, and certification plus training employees in the use of specialist systems and ongoing inspection and maintenance. All projects are individually engineered and fully certified safety systems installed to meet AS/NZS 1891 and new anchor standard AS/ NZS 5532. Technology and innovation have combined in the design of unique energy absorption posts which meet AS/NZS 5532 standards. These reduce the amount of force applied back to the structure; permitting installation of these systems onto a wide variety of structures including timber roof structures, steel purlins, poly panels and roof sheeting or surface mounting. This diversity

allows PBI to solve many problems and issues that architects, consultants and structural engineers have faced with the restricted installation options of the past. For every height safety work application PPE is required to complete the safety of the individual. PBI is the accredited distributor for several major PPE brands including Zero, CAMP, and Petzl- offering a vast range of harnesses, multi-impact helmets, lanyards, temporary anchor devices, rescue gear, confined space kits, self-retracting lanyards, climbing and abseil, ropes, connectors and kit bags. Leading edge technology and design throughout our range has positioned the company as New Zealand’s leading ‘fall protection equipment specialist’. Building on this strength and integrity, PBI Height Safety becomes your trusted partner for complete height safety solutions. Connect with a Height Safety Consultant to discuss fall protection solutions for your next project. We’re working with you to keep New Zealand safely up where we belong. Take care.

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Ensure chemicals are corre ctly packaged and labelled. Ensure SDS are available within 10 minutes [ACoP]. Provide correct Personal Protective Equipment [PPE] .

Correctly segregate and store chemicals [ACoP]. Ensure Secondary Conta inment is in place [ACoP]. Provide appropriate fire extinguishers and spill kits. Install Emergency Show ers/Eyewash adjacent to chemical opera tions. Provide trained First Aider s. Review site signage [ACo P] Develop and annually test emergency response plan [ACoP].

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Corrosive Alkali 8 PG I & II including 8.2 A & B

Corrosive Acid 8 PG III including 8.2 C

Radioactive Materials 7

Corrosive Acid 8 PG I & II including 8.2 A & B

Infectious Substances 6.2

Toxic 6.1 including 6.1 A, B & C (Liquids & Solids only - Gases see 2.3) Toxic Cyanides 6.1 including 6.1 A, B & C

Oxidiser 5.1 including 5.1.1 A, B & C - 5.1.2 A Organic Peroxide 5.2 including 5.2 A, B, C, D, E & F

Spontaneously Combustible 4.2 including 4.2 A, B & C

Dangerous When Wet 4.3 including 4.3 A, B & C

Flammable Solid 4.1 (self reactive) 4.1.2 A, B, C, D, E, F & G Flammable Solid 4.1 (desensitised explosive) 4.1.3 A, B & C

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Liquid Desensitised Explosive 3 including 3.2A, B & C

Explosives 1

Test Certificates. Approved Handlers. Location Test Certificates . Stationary Container Syste ms [Bulk Storage] [ACoP].

Flammable Solid 4.1 (readily combustible) 4.1.1 A & B

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Toxic gas 2.3

STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS SU Flammable Liquid 3.1 including 3.1A, B, C & D

Industry Association.

Flammable Aerosol 2.1 including 2.1.2A

Hazardous Substances Enforcement Officers. Test Certifiers.

Non-Flammable Non-Toxic gas 2.2

Handlers. Chemical Suppliers. Group Standards including Site and Storage Conditions . Approved Codes of Pract ice [ACoPs]. Health & Safety Inspectors.

Flammable Gas 2.1 including 2.1.1A & B

Obtain advice from: Person in Charge, Approved

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Ecotoxic 9.1 A & B

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Corrosive Alkali 8 PG III including 8.2 C

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Electrical

Safety Managing electrical risks in the workplace Identifying hazards involves finding all of the tasks, situations and sequences of events that could potentially cause harm

he Code of Practice issued by Safe Work Australia says hazards arising from electrical equipment or installations may come about from the lack of maintenance and testing of electrical equipment and/or inadequate or inactive electrical protection. Poor design, construction, installation modification and where and how electrical equipment is used are other common factors leading to electrical hazards in the workplace. Employers must ensure the controls that are put in place to protect health and safety are reviewed regularly to make sure they work effectively. Electrical equipment may be at greater risk of damage if used outdoors or in a factory or workshop environment or in areas, such as confined spaces, which present a risk to health and safety from fire or explosion. Plug-in electrical equipment that may be moved around, including extension leads, is particularly liable to damage. For guidance on appropriate inspection and testing intervals, seek the advice of a competent person. Further guidance may be included in AS/NZS 3760:2010, In-service safety inspection and testing of

electrical equipment and the manufacturer’s recommendations. As a general rule electrical equipment used in the specified higher-risk operating environments should be tested at least once every 12 months. More frequent testing may be required, for example electrical equipment used in manufacturing and workshop environments should be tested once every six months. Potential electrical hazards may be identified in a number of different ways including: • talking to workers and observing where and how electrical equipment is used • regularly inspecting and testing electrical equipment and electrical installations • reading product labels and manufacturers’ instruction manuals • talking to manufacturers, suppliers, industry associations, and health and safety specialists • reviewing incident reports Risk assessment includes considering the consequences of what could happen if someone is exposed to a hazard and the likelihood of it happening. It can help determine the severity of an electrical risk, whether existing control measures are effective, what action you should take to

How well are you are managing electrical risks in your workplace • Do you talk to your workers about electrical safety? • Do any relevant new work methods or equipment have the potential to make work safer in your workplace? • Are procedures for identifying electrical hazards in the workplace effective?

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control an electrical risk and how urgently the action needs to be taken. To assess the risk associated with electrical hazards consider the potential impact of the hazard and how severe could the electrical hazard be - for example if direct contact might cause electrocution, fire or explosion causing serious burns or death. Consider how many people are exposed to the hazard, how likely is the hazard to cause harm and could it happen at any time or would it be a rare event and how frequently are workers exposed to the hazard? Once hazards have been identified and the risks assessed, appropriate control measures must be put in place. The ways of controlling risks are ranked from the highest level of protection and reliability to the lowest. This ranking is known as the hierarchy of risk control. Work through this hierarchy to choose the control that most effectively eliminates or minimises the risk in the circumstances. This may involve a single control measure or a combination of two or more different controls. Administrative controls and PPE do nothing to change the hazard itself. They rely on people behaving as expected and require a high level

of supervision. The most effective control measure is to remove the hazard or hazardous work practice Replacing a hazardous process or material with one that is less hazardous will reduce the hazard, and hence the risk. For example extra low voltage electrical equipment such as a battery-operated tools rather than tools that are plugged into mains electricity Preventing workers from coming into contact with the source of an electrical hazard will reduce the relevant risks Use engineering control measures to minimise the risk - for example installing residual current devices to reduce the risk of receiving a fatal electric shock Administrative controls involve the use of safe work practices to control the risk, for example establishing exclusion zones, use of permits and warning signs PPE includes protective eyewear, insulated gloves, hard hats, aprons and breathing protection. Darren Brown is the National Sales Director of ETS ( Electrical Testing Services) Email: Darren.Brown@ electricaltesting.co.nz

• Are electrical safety procedures followed? • Do you encourage your workers to report electrical hazards? • Do you regularly inspect and maintain your electrical equipment to identify safety problems? • Do you fix or rectify identified electrical hazards in a timely manner?

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The most common strategy to improve safe work performance

Health and Safety behaviours spill over into improved diligence, care and productivity

Occupational Health and Safety can be defined as a cross disciplinary practice focused on protecting the health and safety of people at a place of work - this includes training

ccupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation obligates principals, such as employers, to train people to avoid the risk of harm to themselves and others at a place of work under their control. Legislative requirements Section 13 of the New Zealand Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 (HSE) states that employers have a duty to ensure every employee is supervised or adequately trained for the work they do. Minimum levels of training in many cases are specified through Approved Codes of Practice and Good Practice Guidelines. An example is the Approved Code of Practice for Cranes which states that â&#x20AC;&#x153;All persons operating or working with a crane must hold the following applicable Unit Standards as a minimumâ&#x20AC;?. For a Pendant or remote controlled overhead gantry, this would be Unit Standard 3800. The meeting of legislative require-

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ments is one aspect of the necessity of training. The purpose of training Training refers to the process used to provide specific knowledge, skills and attitudes for the purpose of improving identified competencies: capability, capacity or productivity. These competencies include the rules, concepts, behaviours or attitudes necessary to function effectively and safely at work. OHS training can consist of instruction in hazard recognition and control, safe work practices and the proper use of equipment, including the safe use of personal protective equipment. The training can provide knowledge of emergency procedures and preventive actions, and identify ways trainees can assume a more active role and effect organisational changes that would enhance workplace safety. Training is internationally recognized as the most common strategy to improve safe work performance.

Numerous studies have been conducted into the efficacy of training where it is used as an intervention to reduce the risk of injury or disease at work. These studies and the subsequent reviews provide overwhelming evidence of the merits of training, and OHS training in particular, increasing worker knowledge of job hazards, effecting safer work practices and other positive outcomes in a wide array of worksites. The main goal of training should be to help organisations add value through improved employee safe work performance. There is value in business certainty, assuring consistency and productivity. There is value in engaging workers in their own and others Health and Safety practice. Their Health and Safety behaviours spill over into improved diligence, care and productivity. Envisage a world where both the Health and Safety Manager and the Production Manager observe value, transferred from the same OHS training.

The value of training The transfer of training is the degree to which trainees effectively integrate, generalise and maintain trained knowledge, skills and attitudes, in their work. The best training transfer occurs when training is relevant, useful in a number of ways and practiced. Simple training, the mimicry of an unsupported safe behaviour creates an illusion of safe practice. It is quickly forgotten. It has no value. Complex training however rationalises the behaviours, makes them relevant to the trainee in a number of ways, reducing dependency, increasing thought, application and engagement. This has positive implications for society as a whole. Ben Johnstone is Sales & Marketing Manager for Vertical Horizonz. ben@verticalhorizonz.co.nz

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t has been shown internationally that effective bystander CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) provided immediately after a cardiac arrest can double a person’s chance of survival. Moreover, it is also reported that a large number of the deaths after car accidents occur within the first few minutes after the crash – whereas response times for professional emergency personnel are often much greater, particularly in rural communities. Promoting first aid training is a cost-effective way to ensure that someone with life-saving skills is on hand at the right time when a crisis arises. Learning first aid is not only about health and safety compliance. It is also about healthy and safe communities in our homes, recreation, sports and generally – everyday life. It’s about doing the best that we can for our families, our neighbours and even strangers. While first aid training is mandated for the workplace, the need is far wider than this when we think

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about our schools, active sports at the weekend, our rural communities and every day in the home. Learning first aid through an accredited quality provider is not difficult. The time commitment is a national standard set by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) First Aid Training Requirements, with 12 hours learning and assessment being the requirement to cover the unit standards 6401, 6402, and 6400. Revalidations of 6 hours duration are required every two years. This is a small price to pay for the knowledge and confidence to be able to provide first aid when suddenly called upon by a family member, friend, work mate or even a complete stranger. Accredited first aid providers are listed on the NZQA website. Selecting the right course is also important and they do vary in content. Basic courses may be suitable for office workers, but not suitable for construction workers. Some providers can also tailor courses to industry specific requirements, so it

is important that you engage with the proposed training provider to ensure that the course meets your needs. During the Canterbury earthquakes, lives were saved and injuries treated by members of the public providing that immediate assistance for bleeding and injury. Knowing the basics and having the confidence to assist those in need was a lifesaving factor. A reputable first aid course will take the participant through a process of understanding the actions that are required, for a range of scenarios. In New Zealand, the standards are set by the Resuscitation Council and teach knowledge around DRSABCD (Doctors ABCD). D being Dangers; R for Response; S for Send for help; A for Airway; B for Breathing; C for Circulation/CPR; and D for Defibrillation. Learning, understanding, practice and assessment are the key features. The key to successful first aid knowledge is ensuring that the first aid provider is a competent deliver-

er of credible training whereby the Instructors have good knowledge and can relate well with the course participants. Most courses are practically based and are suitable for all type of people. In addition to good first aid training, a quality first aid kit is essential in the home, at work, in the car and for the boat or caravan. Not all first aid kits are the same, and they vary considerably in both price and content. There are specific items that must be contained in a first aid kit if it is to be acceptable for use in the workplace, so it is important to discuss your needs with a reputable supplier. In the workplace, the size and number of first aid kits is based around the size of the premises and the number of employees, so it is important to take the time to ensure that you have the right first aid kit to meet your needs. Details can be found on the website for the Ministry of Business, Employment and Innovation. Equally important is the provision of a good first aid kit for the car. Again, a small basic kit containing only a few sticking plasters is not the answer. Experience shows that first aid kits in cars are used at sporting events as well as motor accidents, so there are some really essential items that must be available. Having a full list of the contents is important as is the need to regularly check the contents and order replacements for used items. In the modern world today, first aid knowledge is instantly available on smartphone and tablets. These can be downloaded from various providers and from the App shops, but it is recommended that you ensure that the app is applicable to New Zealand and is from a reputable provider. Apps are great to reinforce knowledge and refresh confidence when required. It is not a substitute from attending a good first aid course as knowledge and qualification and a good first aider is essential for you, your colleagues and your family. Graham Wrigley is National Education and Training Manager for Red Cross. Graham.Wrigley@ redcross.org.nz

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ew Zealand’s workplace health and safety legislation is being extensively revamped to try and improve our unacceptable casualty rate Responsibility for the workplace chemicals component of the much loved Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act 1996 is transferred from the Minister for the Environment and the Environmental Protection Authority to the Minister of Workplace Relations and Safety and enforced by WorkSafe NZ. A new regulator, WorkSafe NZ, is tasked with changing attitudes and opinions while empowering compliance with health and safety performance in New Zealand’s 500,000 workplaces. Forestry is the first sector to be addressed, followed by the extraction industry. Next is the Safer Farms initiative, because agriculture presently leads

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the hazardous workplace tables with 41 work-related deaths in two years and more than 32,000 ACC injury claims by farm workers just in 2015. The management of workplace chemicals, which contributes to the

and WorkSafe NZ websites. Relatively few organisations and people are contributing their thoughts and suggestions to the public consultation process – disappointing, considering the importance of maintaining a safe and compliant

Safely managing the chemicals present in every workplace is critical to safeguarding your employees, customers and your reputation. 600-800 workers adversely affected by occupational health issues - many relating to unwanted chemical exposure, will follow in late 2015. Parliament is presently considering the select committee report on proposed workplace health and safety legislation. Related material is posted on the Ministry for Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE)

workplace. Prosecutions, with the resulting penalties and adverse publicity, will always be the last resort for conscientious business operators. Every employer and self-employed person is best served by demonstrating compliance by taking all practical steps to safeguard people and the environment; this requires knowl-

edge and commitment to doing the right thing. The National Safety Show provides the opportunity to learn about your changing workplace health and safety obligations and how best to comply. Safely managing the chemicals present in every workplace is critical to safeguarding your employees, customers and your reputation. Chemical suppliers are ready to help Maximize your visit by learning what your future workplace health and safety responsibilities will be, and sign up for useful chemical safety compliance aids at a special show price. They are guaranteed to make chemical safety in your workplace as easy and stress-free as possible. Visit the ISN and WorkSafe NZ stands for your free chemical safety poster. Barry Dyer is chief executive of Responsible Care NZ Tel +644 499 4311 www.responsiblecarenz.com

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process have led to the development of gloves such as the Showa 377 and 477 which provide full solutions to the challenge without compromise. The Showa 377 starts with a glove liner created on Showa’s legendary “Ergo Fit” formers that mimic the natural curvature of the human hand - which in turn leads to a reduction in hand fatigue. Next the ultra-thin sky blue Nitrile coating is applied over the full surface of the liner to provide an impermeable surface making it ideal for working in damp or greasy environments. This nitrile coating has the advantage of providing protection against a wide range of chemical substances. Finally, the black nitrile foam over dip ensures excellent grip is

achieved for the wearer even in oily applications. These gloves are both thin and tough allowing precision work to be carried out even in the most demanding of conditions. Not to be outdone, the geniuses in the R&D team then went one extra step further and created the Showa 477. This version follows similar design properties as the Showa 377 model

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Target interventions for a safer workplace Evidence shows that generic safety programmes aren’t the most effective way of improving safety in organisations because they lack a research base and employee involvement

ell-considered research and organisational assessment is necessary to illuminate the important issues and areas to focus on, and stakeholder engagement is essential to enhance intervention quality and commitment. Case studies show that targeted, tailor-made training interventions lead to improved safety performance for organisations. Moreover, targeted interventions not only improve safety but generally have positive spin-offs for other areas of an organisation. A safety assessment is the first stage to designing a targeted safety intervention. The reasons for incidents in the workplace are a complex interplay of factors that may include individual or team processes, resource availability and management priorities. Although accidents are rarely caused solely by an individual’s action, 80-90 percent are likely to include a human factor to some degree -- if a scaffold collapses and someone is injured, was it a faulty scaffold or was something overlooked by the person erecting the scaffold? Although safety assessment needs to take account of the physical environment, risks and hazards, policies and procedures, the commonality between these factors is human – the willingness and ability of employees to behave safely. One way to assess the human factors that impact on safety is the Individual Safety Attributes Test (ISAT), which measures the leading characteristics of safety behaviour – diligence and conscientiousness, ability to cope with work pressure, personal responsibility for self and others’ safety, communicating safety information openly and constructively and confidence in delivery of safety information. Several case studies illustrate how ISAT assessments allowed or-

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ganisations to identify and target interventions at the actual problems to deliver improvements in safety performance. An Australian energy utility company with over 2,000 employees or contractors working regionally had a high incident rate among linesmen, and the organisation wanted a “quick fix” generic training programme to teach people how to operate safely. More than 200 employees sat the ISAT pre- and post-training to gain a snapshot of existing awareness of safety behaviour and gauge the effectiveness of the training programme. Pre-intervention testing found that less than half the employees performed at a likely competence

Team focus The use of leadership and team coaching focused on specific issues can also lead to significant reductions in lost time injury severity and frequency. A mining operation employing over 400 people wanted to implement a culture where health and safety was paramount and characterised by a culture whereby employees made responsible decisions for themselves and could get the job done without being bogged down with paperwork and policies. The ISAT assessment conducted on all employees identified the supervisors as having specific development needs around adhering to guidelines, the need to place safety

“Although safety assessment needs to take account of the physical environment, risks and hazards, policies and procedures, the commonality between these factors is human – the willingness and ability of employees to behave safely” or above on resisting social pressure in order to perform safely, providing timely solutions to problems, weighing rule compliance over personal relations and widely disseminating safety information. However, what was astonishing was that the ISAT results were similar after the generic training programme, indicating that the intervention did little to bring about changes in safety behaviour or sustained change. Yet, when the ISAT results were analysed in detail, the team results showed a strong correlation with team safety performance. On the basis of the ISAT results alone, the organisation was able to identify the teams most at risk of incidents and the associated safety behaviour, and subsequently focus on the challenges and issues for the team.

over performance demands, providing timely suggestions and the wide dissemination of safety information. A desire for rapid results saw a three-month targeted intervention initiated that focused on both individual and team coaching. Individual coaching provided supervisors with training on effective leadership styles and open consultative communication and feedback. Team training was designed around workshop sessions, action programmes, ongoing accountability and specific employee-led safety initiatives presented back to management. This approach, characterised by all levels of a team working together on a shared basis, proved invaluable to bringing about a new approach to safety. The net result was not only great improvement in losttime injury rates but also a basis for

improved teamwork and communications across the organisation. Locally, PeopleCentric has worked with an electricity network provider to identify a range of individual and team development needs to improve safety behaviour. The ISAT was completed by a group within the organisation following switching incidents with the potential for very serious consequences. The results identified a disjunction between how field staff and office controllers viewed safety behaviour. There was a clear need for one of the groups to have more targeted development, and for the entire group to have training around engaging in safety discussions and sharing information. As a result the entire team had individual development planning sessions and a customised training series on communication styles, how to assert oneself positively, how to provide feedback and how to remain focused on the job at hand in the face of other performance demands and distractions. Improved skills in communication, feedback and focus are likely to be employed outside safety situations and to the benefit of the organisation overall. These cases illustrate the importance of research and assessment as the basis of designing targeted interventions, and the need for employees to be actively engaged in training and development. Targeted interventions have greater impact on safety performance than generic offerings. The requirement is to understand the problem before implementing any type of broad-ranging solution, as it may be that a more narrowly focused, and potentially more cost-effective approach, will lead to better outcomes. Moira Howson is a Senior Consultant and Elizabeth Howells is a Director at PeopleCentric libby@peoplecentric.co.nz

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his attachment is valuable for all ladder users, especially many trade users, builders, roofers, plumbers, electricians, painters, sign writers, T.V. installers, housing maintenance etc. It fills many of the requirements for better workplace safety, and is designed specifically to: 1. Stop ladders falling sideways. 2. Prevent ladder feet slipping. 3. Decrease risk of backward falls. It is easily fitted to existing or new ladders and can remain as a permanent attachment, and is deployed for use in seconds. Independent testing shows this attachment provides remarkable stability and strength. It also easily adjusts to be stable on uneven ground contour. Two product sizes are available, “Standard” to fit 1.8-2.1m stepladders and “Large” to fit 2.4-3.0m stepladders and a range of extension ladders up 6.0m extended. “Safety Ladderlegs” will transform the way you feel when up a ladder. Please view our website for more information and to purchase on-line. www.safetyladderlegs.co.nz sales@safetyladderlegs.co.nz Tel: john 027-4958987 See us at Stand number 112

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Back

Injuries

Putting your back into it Your back is so important – put these pointers into practice and your back will thank you says Ruth Jenkins 1. Get as close to the load as possible. The further the load is from the centerline of your body, the greater the strain imposed on your back. If need be, squat down to lift the load and pull it between your legs. This gets it closer to the centre of your body and helps prevent the need to bend at the waist. However, since your leg muscles are the largest muscles in your body, they are the biggest energy consumers. Repeated squatting can be very fatiguing, and reduces a person’s ability to lift in this manner for any length of time. In addition to lifting the load, you are also hoisting the majority of your body weight. For repeated lifting, other strategies must be used. 2. Avoid picking up heavy objects placed below your knees Try to see that heavy objects are placed and stored above knee level and below shoulder level. If you suspect the load is too heavy to be lifted comfortably, do not chance it. Use a mechanical aid, break the load down into its component parts, or get help. The most common cause of back injury is overloading. 3 .Keep your back straight Keep the natural arch in your lower back, which distributes the load evenly over the surface of spinal disks, and is less stressful than if the disk is pinched between vertebras. 4. Glue your hand to your thigh If you carry a load in one hand, such as when carrying a tool box, place your free hand on the outside of your thigh and mentally “glue” it into position. This will help you maintain correct back alignment rather than lifting and tilting to one side. When carrying a heavy load, side bending can be just as stressful to the spine as bending forward. 5. Tighten your stomach muscles This technique helps prevent your spine from twisting. If you lift a load

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and need to place it off to one side, turn by moving your feet. After repeated lifts you might find yourself getting a bit sloppy and forgetting to move your feet. You can overcome this tendency if the place you set the load down is at least one step away from where it is lifted. If you wear a back support belt, wear it low on your trunk and loosen it when you are not lifting. 6. Stay in good physical condition A protruding stomach is an extra load carried away from the centre line of the body, and prevents you from keeping a lifted object close – the number one rule for back care. When you bend at the waist to lift, due to the leverage principle, the load is up to 10 times heavier than its actual weight. A “potbelly” puts extra, stressful weight on the spine. 7. Stretch and loosen up before work Research has shown that trunk flexibility and mobility is significantly lower in the morning than later in the day, increasing the number and severity of back strains at this time. A few minutes of stretching can warm up cold, stiff muscles and ten-

dons and help you avoid an injury. All professional athletes know this “industrial athletes” should too!

Ruth Jenkins is a Director of SINA Safety Solutions, an independent, all-sectors specialist OHS management consulting company based in Perth, Western Australia

Let there be light Inventing self-charging, wearable lighting-products is part of Simon Dyer’s passion for creating sustainable, green technology

t follows on from having studied robotics in London, obtained a Bachelor of Computer Science in Digital Technology from Monash University and having developed GPS navigation systems for a leading, international, technology company, as part of his role as a Software Development Manager in Christchurch for 11 years. Simon is now the chief executive of 2C Light Company Ltd, which he founded in Christchurch in 2006. The company’s first lighting product was the 2C Solar Light Cap™, designed for the recreational market – for anyone needing light when off-the-grid, like fishermen, hikers, campers and yachties. During the power outages that followed the Canterbury earthquakes, these caps provided people with night-time lighting in their homes. The 2C TUFFLITE™ is 2C Light Company’s lighting product for hard hat wearers – assisting with productivity

and safety in the workplace – it lets you see and be seen. See what you are working on, whether in dim internal areas or outside when it’s dark in the evenings or early mornings. The warm, white light gives a maximum beam distance of 22 metres and it self-charges on both sunny and cloudy days. Just six hours of charging on a sunny day will provide over 12 hours of lighting on the product’s dimmer setting or two hours on its bright setting. Unlike using a torch, there are no battery costs or replacement batteries to carry with you and, of course, the 2C TUFFLITE™ lets you work hands-free. It is also very lightweight, at only 35 grams, and is fully water resistant (IPX6) and dust proof (IP6X). A built-in safety feature is the product’s three high-visibility settings. You can select either slow or

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fast flashing or instead, SOS – all of which are visible for up to a distance of two kilometres away. Fitting the product to the peak of your hard hat is done easily and without compromising the hard hat. The velcro dots supplied are coated

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Personal

Protection PPE certification key to improved workplace safety standards Employers and employers should both be looking at investing in PPE products that are fully certified rather than accepting equipment that simply meets relevant standards

ew WorkSafe NZ regulations rightly put the onus on both the employer and employee to jointly assess risk. PPE equipment has to meet AS/NZ standards or ‘best practice’. Both employers and employees are looking for guidance as the new legislation beds in, but this isn’t forthcoming at this stage in minute detail as the sheer size of the local safety industry means it’s almost impossible for all PPE products to be regulated immediately. Part of a supplier’s job is education – to recommend that employers and employees choose products that are certified rather than simply meeting the standard because if it is certified it’s an assurance that the product is going to be fit for purpose, to that relevant standard. Obviously they have to do their assessment as to whether they think the product is appropriate for their particular needs, but being provided with certification for a product or garment shouldn’t be an issue. A striking example is the asbestos industry, particularly with the Christchurch rebuild and the ongoing refurbishment of buildings in Wellington. That’s a really dangerous fibre and there are products available claiming to meet certification standards. Sometimes the labelling is wrong, or products are certified under a

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generic brand name, which should be spotted by the quality assurance agency if the product is going to pass certification. For the sake of a few dollars either way, why would you take a risk on a coverall for example in a critical area like that? The same could be said for PPE safety eyewear. There’s an AS/NZ standard so why wouldn’t customers look for that information on the frame so that they know that that factory has been certified to produce that product? Look at the AS/NZ standard and

Most employers are surprised to learn that certified products needn’t cost more than approved-only products. There has, however, been a subtle change taking place over the past few years as more companies become aware of safety requirements and more willing to accept the expertise of safety specialists. It isn’t always about adding costs to get compliant products fit for purpose – working with safety specialists will ensure that the employer is getting the right product at the right cost,

There’s recognition that safety is a two-way street involving both employer and employee. if there isn’t an AS/NZ standard for that particular product look at best practice. There are some employers who simply want a basic product to get the job done but the new legislation will change their thinking. The very nature of saying to employers that they have a direct responsibility now in the welfare of their employees is going to be a bit of a wake-up call for some companies and remind them that they just can’t take those shortcuts anymore. There’s plenty of choice in the market today so I don’t think there are any excuses for anyone to say they were ignorant of what is needed.

the right certification level and when they want it. Some organisations are obviously already very proactive with safety committees and in-house or consultant safety advisers. There’s recognition that safety is a two-way street involving both employer and employee. If an employee is uncomfortable about a particular PPE product, most employers would encourage them to voice their concern’s through this process. This increasing awareness of, and determination to meet, safety standards has, in turn, boosted PPE product sales. Another area where increased ac-

tivity is anticipated a result of the new legislation is items like respirators, which under the standard should be fit-tested annually or where there has been a change in the employee’s physical features. Certainly around making sure that once the product is on site that it’s still fit for purpose, providing surety for both employee and employer. It will no longer be acceptable to buy a harness, use it once and then dump it in the truck to bring it out 10 months later to use again. That will all change and employers and employees will take better care and maintain their equipment to standards guidelines and requirements so that it’s ready to go next time. The cost-cutting mentality of many of the remaining short-circuit specialists will “hopefully” change with the new, stricter WorkSafe NZ legislation, although he has noticed that New Zealand companies overall have become more aware of the AS/NZ standards in general and certification in particular. There’s a “real desire” to make the local workplace safer and that has to a certain extent been led by the new legislation. But employers, employees and safety specialists all have to work together and strive to ensure that we have the safest workplaces possible. Brendan Beadle is sales director for Safety & Apparel Ltd brendan@safetyandapparel.co.nz

Get practical, get real and get hands on training with NZ’s leading safety training provider Safety ‘n Action’s NZQA accredited training is designed on the philosophy of relevant, practical and fun

ur six national training facilities have been purpose designed to simulate the same situations that are likely to be encountered in your own workplace. Our largest centre in Highbrook, Auckland covers more than 2500m2 and includes 4 well-appointed training rooms. Safety ‘n Action provides knowledge and expertise to enable people and organisations to embrace a culture of safety and wellbeing. When undertaking one of our 30+ NZQA courses, expect to get hands on. Move beyond just the theory, and experience training at real heights, confined space emergency entries, driving EWPs, extinguishing fires, containing chemical leaks and many more realistic learning activities. We have all of the necessary equipment

onsite for our trainees to handle and practise with, so you know exactly how to use real equipment in the workplace. Our trainers have industry and safety backgrounds. They have detailed knowledge on existing and new legislation and can provide practical knowledge around how you can achieve best practice in your industry. Having nationally based trainers means we can also deliver at your own site. There are additional benefits should your company wish to run your own course. We customise all the material, examples, scenarios, equipment, people and procedures so training are 100% relevant to your workplace. Our trainers work alongside your company to improve and add value to your existing systems and

procedures. For nationally based companies, training with Safety n Action ensures consistency in content and messages throughout all of your branches nationwide. On completion of training you receive a convenient wallet sized Go Safe card. This provides instant proof of training competency when in the field. It displays your name on the front and on the back it shows unit standards completed through Safety ‘n Action, giving the date completed and when these need to be refreshed.

We know your time is limited. That’s why we also offer convenient online refresher training for hazard identification and permit to work. We are continually updating our course offerings. Seminar programmes on how to prepare for and meet the requirements of the pending H&S at Work Act have been scheduled throughout NZ. This is not a talk fest but is an interactive and “how to” programme. Visit our website for more details www.safetynaction.co.nz

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Construction

Safety

Safety first saves pain, time and money

Injuries in the construction industry are high, with ACC claims costing over $100 million a year and climbing

afety is something that can easily slip off the radar during a busy day: no-one sets out to have a work accident but building sites contain all sorts of hazards that are accidents waiting to happen. People may be unaware of the hazards or become so involved in the task they’re doing that they overlook the hazards and the risk posed. Taking steps to make the workplace safer and managing the hazards can therefore save a lot of pain, time and money.

Protect your hearing when working with noise Noise-induced hearing loss is a major cause of injury in the construction industry with around 4,000 new serious injury claims made to ACC annually. Hearing loss is permanent, but it can be prevented: • if you can’t hear someone talk when you are 1–2m apart, you

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need hearing protection and so do they • even short periods without protection will damage your hearing. For example, five minutes operating a circular saw will damage your hearing • make sure your hearing protection is effective – it must be in good condition, worn correctly and the correct class for the type of work. Keep work areas and access ways clear Slips, trips and falls are a major cause of building site injuries, but it’s not the fall that hurts us, it’s what we hit on the way down. Sprains, bruises, broken bones, cuts and concussion are common but avoidable: • put tools away and keep your site clear and tidy - make sure there’s something to put rubbish into • keep stairwells clear of obstacles such as tools, boxes, rubbish and off-cuts - make sure there’s good lighting on the stairs as they

are often poorly lit when under construction • when carrying a load, make sure you can see where you’re going it’s safer to carry two small loads instead of one big one.

• store things at waist height so they are easier to move and bend your knees if you have to lift something from below waist level • use equipment like wheelbarrows, jacks or cranes to lift loads.

Place ladders on level ground and secure top and bottom Ladders play a major role on the work site, but when used incorrectly, they can result in serious injury: • angle the ladder 1m out at the base for every 4m of height • never climb higher than the third rung from the top - if you have to go higher, use a platform or scaffolding • don’t lean off to the side – always keep your belt buckle between the ladder uprights and don’t lift heavy or awkward objects on your own.

Know how to use tools and equipment Use the right tools for the job and know how to use them correctly: • only use tools you have been trained to use • check all power leads and guards are in good condition • always use a residual current device (RCD) to prevent electrocution, and turn tools off at the power source when you’re finished • wear the right gear – eye and hearing protection and suitable footwear.

Lifting, pushing, pulling, twisting and reaching are hard on your body • do a few quick stretches to warm up before you start work.

For more information on work safety, visit www.acc.co.nz/ construction

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Height

Safety

A mountain to climb for change and thinking Will fines of up to $300,000 and five years imprisonment for individuals who breach their obligations have an impact on height safety?

s a developed nation, we as New Zealanders should not perceive that anyone goes to work expecting to get hurt or killed. However, reducing the death and injury toll in the workplace requires a radical rethink by all sections of the working community. First and foremost, it means that enforcing safety standards must start at the top and all levels of the workforce must be accountable for their duty of care. The new Health & Safety Reform Bill 2015 can be a major step forward in committing business owners, directors, managers and workers to do the part in reducing workplace injuries and fatalities. But if we are to succeed in reducing workplace injuries and fatalities, enforcement of the Act has to be the strongest way to send a message to all industries that it is criminally negligent to subject workers to danger in the workplace without all practicable steps being taken to

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ensure their safety. The message must be loud, clear and heard by all as everyone has to play their part in reducing NZ’s workplace injury and death toll by 25 percent by 2020. Most of the workplace believes

safety must change. At present, regulations are being easily misinterpreted or incorrectly applied and it is difficult knowing who has what responsibilities and whether they have done enough to comply. The

"Not only must WorkSafe NZ prosecute breaches of the Act, they also must ensure everyone in the workplace understands their responsibilities and complies with the new legislation" the Health & Safety Reform Bill is a step in the right direction. But not only must WorkSafe NZ prosecute breaches of the Act, they also must ensure everyone in the workplace understands their responsibilities and complies with the new legislation. The delivery of the new legislation must be clear and concise for businesses and workers to understand their obligations to provide a safer work environment. Our attitude to health and

new Act will help clarify the duties of the individuals in typical employment hierarchies. Importantly, the Bill introduces the concept of a PCBU (Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking) with the Primary Duty to ensure Health and Safety. A PCBU will usually be a business entity, such as a company, rather than an individual person – unless they are a sole trader or a self-employed person. The Act defines a worker and

their duties. It places due diligence duties on officers of a PCBU (such as company directors or partners) to actively engage in health and safety matters to ensure that the PCBU complies with its duties. If workers are to comply with the new changes, they too will need a stronger voice and this the Act provides. Workers will see greater rights involving health and safety with options to elect health and safety representatives to represent workers who carry out work for a business or undertaking. Given that companies will be at risk of fines up to three million dollars and individuals fined up to $300,000 and/or up to five years imprisonment for reckless endangerment, the Act will persuade all sectors of the workforce that it’s now time to stand up and take action in preventing workplace injuries or death. The Health and Safety Reform Bill is therefore to be welcomed and I am sure we all look forward to the Bill becoming an Act of Parliament. Even if this Act only saves one family from the grief and pain of the untimely loss of a loved one in a workplace accident, it will have been worthwhile. That said there is no time to waste and there are several things that businesses can do now to make certain that they comply with the new legislation if and when it is implemented. They can, for example, talk to a height safety professional today for practical solutions which will ensure their working environment meets the minimum of safety obligations, standards compliance and good practices for working at height. They can also invest in regular programmes to train their team, which will help them reap the benefits of a safe, positive and efficient work environment where everyone feels valued and protected. Gavin How is Marketing Manager for PBI Height Safety Ltd gavin@pbiheightsafety.com

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3M Rosedale Auckland 09 477 4040 anz3msafety@mmm. com www.3m.com/nz/PPEsafety

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Autoline Automation

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Active Safety

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Albany, Auckland 0800 228 723 reception@activesafety.co.nz www.activesafety.co.nz Total safety solutions provider. Extensive range of products, services and customised solutions, including personnel protection, specialised equipment, interlock systems, height safety, gas detection, hire, testing and servicing.

Aervoe Industries Inc. New Zealand

Wiri, Manukau 021 125 0714 aervoe.sps@xtra.co.nz www.facebook.com/AervoeNZ

All Guard Safety Equipment

Onehunga Auckland 0800 255 482 sales@all-guard.co.nz www.all-guard.co.nz

AMS

Petone, Lower Hutt 0800 806 287 sales@arrowmats.co.nz www.arrowmats.co.nz AMS is a New Zealand owned and operated business importing and distributing anti-fatigue & safety matting and also entrance matting. With a specialist team of sales staff we can offer expert advice and are always ready to provide a solution to any floor safety issue.

BECA

Wellesley Street Auckland 09 300 9000 www.beca.com/

135

Bloom Hearing Specialists

Herne Bay Auckland 0800 522 422, info@bloomhearing.co.nz www.bloomhearing.co.nz

Camelspace

CEDA Environmental Services Ltd

111

Armour Safety Products Ltd

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Onehunga Auckland 09 622 2996 mike@armoursafety.co.nz www.armoursafety.co.nz

Blerter

Halsey St, Auckland 09 973 5985, yasg@cloudm.co.nz www.cloudm.co.nz

Grey Lynn Auckland 0508 4 CAMEL, enquire@camelspace.com www.camelspace.com

Appliance Tagging Services (NZ) Ltd

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Main St, Blenheim 03 577 1970 sales@autoline.net.nz www.autoline.net.nz Autoline’s safety products and fencing is the most cost effective solution to protect you and your employees in the workplace. Designed to AS 4024 our fully modular systems not only comply with current safety standards but can be customized to suit your requirements.

North Shore Auckland 09 410 0927 admin@cedanz.com www.cedanz.com Leaders in all asbestos related services includes asbestos and hazard materials surveys, sampling and analysis, advise and assist with compliance management planning, asbestos removal project management (correctly specified, priced, planned and completed) and equipment servicing and testing.

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Clever Medkit

Colourgrip Surfacing Ltd

101

Deb New Zealand Ltd

155

edenfx HSE Recruitment

Edge Protection NZ Ltd

159

Electrical Testing Services (ETS)

113

ecoPortal

119

Kaiapoi, 021 377 400, peterm@clevermedkits.com www.clevermedkits.com

Botany Auckland, 09 274 4284 enquiries@colourgrip.co.nz www.colourgrip.co.nz New Zealand’s most effective and robust anti-slip and anti-skid surfacing solution, far exceeding NZ Building Code compliance. Colourgrip®s vibrant colours enable highly visible safety demarcation. So with a 5 year warranty Colourgrip® truly is your best value solution for safe work floors. Moorebank NSW Australia 028 763 1800, sales@deb.com.au www.debgroup.com

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Silverdale Auckland 09 424 8367 info@edenfx.co.nz www.edenfx.co.nz

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PO Box 15297 Hamilton 0800 334 776 info@edge-protection.co.nz www.edge-protection.co.nz

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Wellington 0800 304 959 info@electricaltesting.co.nz www.electricaltesting.co.nz With over 12 years’ experience, ETS provides a national service for all aspects of general electrical, test and tag, exit light testing, RCD testing, fire safety, and much more. We have licensed personnel to ensure a quality service at very competitive rates. Eden Terrace, Auckland, 09 630 6951 sales@ecoportal.co.nz www.ecoportal.com

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Ellisco/Concentrics

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INTAKS NZ Ltd

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New Zealand Red Cross

143

New Zealand Safety Council

108

NOSA New Zealand (Pty) Ltd

158

NTT DATA Figtree Systems

167

St Johns Auckland 09 570 5267, info@ellis.co.nz www.ellis.co.nz

FW Cave/Ladder Solutions

126

Genesis Communications

170

HazTec

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15 Old North Rd Kumeu Auckland 09 415 7766, sales@fwcave.co.nz www.fwcave.com Penrose, Auckland 09 966 6010, amee@genesis.gen.nz www.genesiscommunications.co.nz Silverdale Auckland 09 426 5902, info@haztec.co.nz haztec.co.nz

Highway 1 Intl Ltd

Manukau Auckland 0800 175 571, karar@highway1.co.nz www.highway1.co.nz

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Honeywell Safety Products

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Industrial Safety News

PO Box 44 Cambridge 07 823 7390, nick.grace@honeywell.com www.honeywellsafety.com

Orewa Auckland Phil@mediasolutions.net.nz, 09 489 4663 Phild@mediasolutions.net.nz, 09 444 5140 www.isn.co.nz Media Solutions publish Industrial Safety News in print and with a digital edition online. Various media platforms provide readers with news and information to increase knowledge of safety products and services, regulations and best practice. Advertising in the digital edition is hyperlinked back to website of choice.

Greerton Tauranga 07 577 6469 info@intaks.co.nz www.intaks.co.nz INTAKS is the award-winning scaffolding and roof-edge protection system that delivers efficiency on site, reduces costs, and improves safety. Supported by a range of interconnecting components, INTAKS is simple yet sophisticated lightweight scaffolding system that is 100 percent NZ made.

Christchurch 03 339 7111 firstaid@redcross.org.nz www.redcross.org.nz A leading provider of first aid training, first aid kits and AEDs to meet workplace first aid requirements. We are a registered training provider with Category One accreditation by NZQA. Locations nationwide with all public courses available on our website. We can also run exclusive courses.

LecSafe NZ Ltd 102

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Lynn River Ltd

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PO Box 45 055 Te Atatu Auckland 0800 532 7233 enquiries@lecsafe.co.nz www.lecsafe.co.nz

PO Box 7 Geraldine 0800 104 568 info@lynnriver.co.nz www.lynnriver.co.nz Lynn River is a 100 percent NZ owned and operated importer of certified PPE products. Regarded as ‘The Glove Professionals’ we also supply respiratory, safety eyewear, hearing and head protection. Lynn River represents Showa Gloves and Silenta Earmuffs exclusively and are a DSM Dyneema licensee.

Mat World NZ

Swanson Auckland 09 832 2670,enquiries@glomesh. co.nz www.matworld.co.nz

Nanjing Guhua Metalwork Co Ltd

Nanjing, China 0086 25 57500357 nreay2411@gmail.com www.njguhua.com/en/

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Papatoetoe Central Auckland 09 279-9392, www.safetycouncil.org.nz/

Albany Auckland 021 334 916 lance.hiscoe@nosa.co.nz www.nosaworld.com NOSA, your trusted partner in occupational risk management in the workplace. NOSA is a global leader in safety, health and environmental management. We enhance our clients’ business performance while creating a safe environment for the workforce.

Shortland Street Auckland 09 352 2077, figtree.info@nttddata. com www.figtreesystems.com

ASB Showgr

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We are the only safety provider in NZ with the scope of products and services to deliver you a premium total safety solution Work Gear and Personnel Protection Interlock systems | Height Safety Gas Detection | Saw Chain Sharpening Customised Product Solutions Testing and Servicing Hire of Specialist Equipment

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Oliver Footwear

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PBI Height Safety Ltd 145

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Petzl

140

PSG Eyewear

Quality Safety

130

Rapid Test Systems

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Reverse Alert New Zealand

Risk Management Group Ltd

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Ballarat Australia 027 481 1664 rhys.evans@honeywell.com www.oliver.com.au Oliver Footwear – a proud tradition. Founded in 1887, Oliver Footwear, Australia’s leading safety footwear manufacturer, still provides the most comfortable, best performing and most durable footwear for both men and women.

Optimum Results Ltd

Hamilton East Hamilton 07 858 3040, optimum@ops.co.nz www.ops.co.nz

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PeopleCentric

Out Wear Ltd

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Pacer-Car Clean Products

Paramount Safety

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Rosedale Auckland 09 448 2620, info@outwear.co.nz www.outwear.co.nz

Wiri Auckland 09 250 0091, www.pacer.co.nz

Onehunga Auckland 09 622 2361, matt@paramountsafety. co.nz www.prosafetygear.com

Harewood Christchurch 0800 357 003 info@pbiheightsafety.co.nz www.pbiheightsafety.com PBI is NZ’s leading height safety specialist. Global innovation by Capital Safety, DBI Sala, Roofsafe, Zero & CAMP combines with local knowledge, providing engineered solutions for fall protection compliance. From concept to completion, PBI ‘takes care’ of your total height safety systems & PPE. Ponsonby Auckland 09 963 5020 info@peoplecentric.co.nz www.peoplecentric.co.nz PeopleCentric is a leading organisational development consultancy using psychological insight backed by experience to deliver people solutions spanning the selection, development and transition spectrum. We partner with organisations to enhance and facilitate change in safety culture and performance.

Protect your people and assets with the heavy-duty TRU-GARD™ Barrier system. TRU-GARD™ is a certified barrier system that has been specifically designed to ensure employee safety at work. Traffic Management in the workplace is critical and must be planned to ensure any hazards are isolated, controlled or eliminated. The modular system includes an extensive range of accessories and components configurable for almost any commercial or industrial layout, while the small TRU-GARD™ Barrier System footprint makes it ideal for a wide variety of applications. The TRU-RAIL™ Hand Rail System is a multi-purpose, heavy-duty safety system for separating foot and vehicle traffic. Designed to mount on top of the TRU-GARD™ barrier system, TRU-RAIL™ Hand Rails can also be installed independently, preventing personnel from injury

Oamaru 03 434 9535 tua@spelean.com.au petzl.com.au Glenfield Auckland 0800 000 745 bruce.jenkins@psgeyewear.nz www.psgeyewear.nz Pacific Park,Wanganui 06 348 9522, info@qsisafety.com qsisafety.com

Bentleigh, Melbourne +61 1300 78 1300, wayne@ rapidtestsystems.com.au www.rapidtest.systems.com.au Albany, Auckland 022 344 1294 info@reversealert.co.nz

PO Box 985 Cambridge 07 823 9136, toneb@riskgroup.co.nz www.riskgroup.co.nz

by vehicles and reducing costly downtime. The modular steel units are extremely strong, hard-wearing and can be configured to suit almost any conditions. TRU-GARD™ Bollards come in a range of sizes, widths and colours to suit all conditions – with all fixings supplied, very easy to install in doorways, parking bays and anywhere traffic damage is a risk. Bollards are a simple, economic solution to saving your assets from unnecessary damage. Protect your investment – guard against impacts, collisions and the need for expensive repairs with TRU-GARD™ Bollards. See us at the National Safety show or call us on 0800 144 999 or to find out more about the entire Tru-Bilt Industries range go to tru-bilt.co.nz.

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Roadsigns & Traffic Control

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Safety’n Action

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Technical Compliance Consultants (NZ) Ltd

The Drug Detection Agency

The Glove Company

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Equipment Ltd Panmure Auckland 09 259 2600, sales@rtl.co.nz www.rtl.co.nz

Safety Fall Bags & Nets 83

Henderson Auckland 0800 32 55 22, info@safetyfallbags.co.nz www.safetyfallbags.co.nz

Safety Ladderlegs Ltd

PO Box 24170, Hamilton 027 495 8987 sales@safetyladderlegs.co.nz www.safetyladderlegs.co.nz Safety Ladderlegs are a ladder stability attachment. Fits existing step and extension ladders. Prevents sideway falls and feet slipping. Independently tested. Fitted ladders comply with Aust/NZ std.Permanent NZ made in Standard and large sizes.

Safety Nets NZ Ltd 133

Triton Plaza, Auckland 09 478 9047 info@safetynetsnz.co.nz www.safetynetsnz.co.nz Safety Nets NZ is the country’s largest and most established provider of fall arrest safety nets.

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Browns Bay, Auckland 09 414 5944 sherylj@safetynaction.co.nz wwwsafetynaction.co.nz We are a nationwide industry leader in NZ Health and Safety training, with 6 purpose built training centers located around NZ.

SafetyStep NZ Ltd

Scaffolding, Access & Rigging NZ Inc

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SoleMate Safety Solutions

St John

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Drury, Auckland 09 271 4355 dean.c@safetystep.co.nz www.safetystep.co.nz Lower Hutt 04 589 8081, admin@sarnz.org.nz www.sarnz.org.nz

Onekawa Napier 0800 600 699, judy@solemate.co.nz www.solemate.co.nz

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Mt Wellington Auckland 0800 ST JOHN enquiries@stjohn.org.nz www.stjohn.org.nz St John provides training courses, kits and supplies, AEDs and smartphone applications. Find out about our first aid training and kits at our website www.stjohn.org.nz/training

Browns Bay Auckland 09 475 5240 info@techcomp.co.nz www.techcomp.co.nz We provide approved handler certification, basic chemical handling, hazardous substance assessments and consultancy, seminars, SDS and label reviews (NZ/Australia), and regulatory advice. We also offer “Hitchhikers Guides” to HSNO and Emergency Response Planning as well as other management tools.

Albany, Auckland 09 903 9426, john.tidswell@tdda.com www.tdda.com

Auckland City 09 280 3332, sales@ theglovecompany.co.nz www.theglovecompany.co.nz

Autoline for conveyors, safety guarding and automation

he manufacturing sector employs 250,000 workers within a diverse range of industries. There have been a high number of workplace injuries in this division due to inadequate guarding and machines not being safely installed and used. Autoline can help solve these challenges for your workplace. We manufacture a range of customised conveyors, safety guarding and automation solutions. Autoline’s 1Guard modular safety system is the most cost effective solution to protect you and your employees in the workplace. Our safety fencing systems can be customised to suit your requirements and can easily be disassembled, relocated or reconfigured to suit your future needs.

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TriEx Health Safety and Wellness Ltd

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Vanguard Group

106

Vertical Horizonz NZ

148

Tru-Bilt Industries

122

WorkSafe New Zealand

179

Tower Junction, Christchurch 03 343 2997 enquiries@triex.co.nz www.triex.co.nz TriEx is proud to be leading change in the provision of health, safety, occupational hygiene and wellness solutions in NZ. TriEx continues to exist to support the health and safety of New Zealand workers by ensuring they return home each day in the same or better condition than they went to work in.

Kaikorai Valley Dunedin 03 488 2060 solutions@tru-bilt.co.nz www.tru-bilt.co.nz TRU-BILT® supplies a wide range of TRU-GARD™ safety solutions and accessories. TRU-BILT® is a world-class designer, manufacturer and supplier of door, dock and safety systems. Based in Dunedin, New Zealand, TRU-BILT® has been delivering innovative solutions to industry since 1993.

PO Box 38055 Lower Hutt 0800 500 147 sales@vanguardgroup.co.nz www.vanguardgroup.co.nz Vanguard Group supplies Traffic & Pedestrian safety solutions to a wide range of industries NZ wide. We source worldwide and hold large stocks of product that are targeted at improving safety in your workplace. Well established company with 40+ years’ experience within our management team

Gate Pa Tauranga 0800 72 33 848 info@verticalhorizonz.co.nz www.verticalhorizonz.com Vertical Horizonz specialise in the delivery of practical, workplace safety training. Our health & safety training is of high quality and can be customized to suit the individual needs of our clients. At VHNZ we aim to provide the best workplace health & safety training NZ has to offer.

Auckland City 0800 030 040, info@worksafe.govt.nz www.business.govt.nz/worksafe/ Products & Services

90 ZOLL ASBSydenhamChristchurch Showgrounds, Auckland, 21-23 June 2015 0508 965 563, customerservice_aus@ zoll.com www.zoll.co.nz

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FOCUS>>Access & Height Safety

Scaling the heights of an exciting career

New Zealand’s scaffolding industry has long suffered from a significant shortage of skilled scaffolders, but the situation could be changing if more people follow one man’s example

“We work on a lot of different work sites in different industries and the work is really varied and stimulating,” explains Senior Foreman and Advanced Scaffolder Alan Bradley

magine beginning working life as a plumber in the United Kingdom but ending up as a scaffolder in New Zealand, helping with the Canterbury rebuild. It’s an unlikely and admittedly unplanned journey but one that Senior Foreman and Advanced Scaffolder Alan Bradley is “very glad” happened. He initially moved to Australia in 2008, but wasn’t impressed so he came to New Zealand to travel and fell in love with the country and with Christchurch. However, there weren’t a lot of jobs going for plumbers at the time, his UK qualifications weren’t recognised here and without regular work he couldn’t afford to pay for the courses he needed to do to become qualified. So he took what he intended to be a temporary labouring job with Nick Pfahlert’s Christchurch-based Upright Scaffolding, starting training again from scratch as a “groundie”– and hasn’t looked back. Alan says he instantly enjoyed the variety of work. “We work on a lot of different work sites in different industries and the work is really varied and stimulating,” he explains. “It’s very different to plumbing, where

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you might be on the same site for months.” Upright starts out by putting all new groundies through a half-day Site Safe Building Construction Passport course – providing basic health and safety knowledge. Once it’s felt they are ready to move on to the next stage they undergo Height & Harness Safety training. “No-one gets off the ground without having done that,” says Alan. “Then you can start to progress towards becoming a ‘spannerhand’ – which means you can support the scaffolders, learning as you go.” Once Alan had significant experience as a spannerhand under his belt, he entered a training agreement with the company so he could train for his Elementary Scaffolding ticket – the first of the National Certificates in Scaffolding. Upright paid for all of Alan’s national scaffolding certificate training and is now sponsoring him through computer and business management training. Excellent opportunities Mr Pfahlert, the President of Scaffolding, Access & Rigging New Zealand (SARNZ), says scaffolding provides excellent op-

portunities, both for newcomers to the job market and those considering a career change. Many scaffolding companies pay to put their staff through the National Certificates in Scaffolding training programme, and through management diploma courses if they want to go further. However, there’s no fast-track route into scaffolding: regardless of previous experience anyone considering it as a career must be prepared to start as a labourer or ‘groundie’ – part of the rigorous process of ensuring no-one ‘gets off the ground’ before they are ready. Courses can only be accessed via a work-training agreement with a scaffolding business and trainees can only progress to the next stage of training on the recommendation of a supervising qualified Advanced Scaffolder. “However, for people with the right qualities, who are prepared to work steadily through the process, it’s a career which offers variety and great opportunities,” Mr Pfahlert maintains. Many scaffolding companies opt to pay for their staff members’ training. “It is a significant investment but the biggest challenges for the

According to a BRANZ study commissioned by SARNZ, the Best practice guidelines around working at heights in New Zealand is estimated to have resulted in 90 fewer deaths and severe injuries a year and will save the New Zealand economy $1.13 billion over the next 25 years industry are lifting health and safety standards and addressing skills shortages.” Staff shortages Recruitment is a major issue, he concedes. “There are 40 or 50 scaffolding companies in Christchurch now, so a lot of competition,” Mr Pfahlert advises. “You need a very good culture to retain people.” That means developing people and having excellent health and safety practices, identifying and managing risks and hazards on a job-by-job basis.

industry,” he maintains. “Building companies will also find they can make significant productivity gains through the introduction of new health and safety measures for working at heights.”

Scaffolding, Access & Rigging New Zealand (SARNZ) President Nick Pfahlert says scaffolding provides excellent opportunities, both for newcomers to the job market and those considering a career change “Scaffolding, assess and rigging is a demanding job requiring great skill and strength, resilience, agility and a head for heights,” Mr Pfahlert explains. “Good problem-solving and management skills are also essential if a scaffolding prospect wants to advance their career.” He says it’s therefore vital employers ensure people are ready before they begin spannerhand or scaffolding training. “In the old days you’d probably be a groundie or spannerhand for several years before you got to move up,” Mr Pfahlert recalls. However, today’s tight labour market means things are moving faster. “The industry needs to be aware of that and not promote people before they are ready,” he believes. “As a qualified scaffolder or rigger you must be able to deal with a wide variety of people throughout the day.” Not only does a scaffolder need to empower his own crew members, he must be able to communicate well and work closely with construction foremen, engineers, project managers and others. “It is a very demanding job but a very rewarding one.” The main training providers are Tai Poutini Polytechnic, Vertical Horizonz and AMS Group, whose National Certificates in Scaffolding and Rigging qualifications are aligned with SARNZ’s Certificate of Competency, the operator’s licence for a Trade Certified Scaffolder. The new Advanced ticket is NZQA level five, the equivalent of the Craftsman Plumbing qualification, where previously it was level four.

Clever combination Alan studied through Tai Poutini, enjoying a combination of theory and practical assessments. “After my Elementary ticket I went on to do my Intermediate, which meant I could certify more technical scaffolding, and a year after that, I did my Advanced and my Suspended tickets,” he says. “Suspended means you can work on cable-supported scaffolding. I have also done confined spaces training.” Upright Scaffolding does a lot of work on industrial sites such as Lyttleton Port, a challenge Alan particularly enjoys. “We build the scaffolding when repairs need to be

SARNZ has led the way in the drive to lift health and safety standards and worked with the government and the industry to develop Best Practice Guidelines for Scaffolding, which are now compulsory for all scaffolding companies. To be accepted as SARNZ members, companies also have to meet minimum standards in a range of areas including health and safety, public liability insurance and training. The organisation also provides input into industry training through its involvement with the Skills ITO and training providers and has representation on the Australia/New Zealand Standards Group.

“If all upper and middle construction sector companies used only SARNZ members, that would drive health and safety and best practice compliance further across the industry” carried out to cranes on the wharf,” he explains. Designing scaffolding is another aspect of the job he particularly enjoys. “You learn about that as part of the courses but also through working with experienced people,” he adds. Alan’s team also builds scaffolding in confined spaces – including inside the empty petrol tanks. “We have a watchman by the entrances and exits and we have breathing equipment and full face masks,” he explains. “If you are doing any hot work, for instance using drills or a hammer, then you will need to do gas testing and also have a hot work permit.”

Mr Pfahlert says there is “still work to do” in terms of lifting health and safety across the construction sector, but believes the drive to raise standards in scaffolding will have a widespread positive impact. The majority of New Zealand scaffolding businesses enjoy voluntary SARNZ membership, but one of Mr Pfahlert’s aims as president is to increase that number, including by raising awareness about SARNZ in the middle commercial construction sector. “If all upper and middle construction sector companies only used SARNZ members, that would drive health and safety and best practice compliance further across the

Serious savings According to an independent BRANZ study commissioned by SARNZ, the Best Practice Guidelines around working at heights in New Zealand is estimated to have resulted in 90 fewer deaths and severe injuries a year and will save the New Zealand economy $1.13 billion over the next 25 years. Alan says he, for one, has already seen a major shift in attitudes towards health and safety in the construction sector. “It has become much more important for everyone,” he believes. “You used to go to construction sites and see people just walk in and start work. Now it is routine to have on-site induction and tailgate meetings.” Scaffolding requirements are very different too. “There used to be just a single handrail on the first lift, and no toe-boards, but the new legislation has changed that,” he notes. “If you are not building a perfect scaffold now, then you are not going to be running a crew.” Upright has always had very strict health and safety standards, such as being height trained to NZ15757 before its workers even step onto a scaffold. “Not all companies do that,” Alan notes. “You also have to be hooked on whenever you are exposed and always wear a harness whenever you are on the scaffold.” The company also has strict drug and alcohol policies and protocols in place and implements pre-employment and random testing to ensure no employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol; a practice which is becoming more common in the sector and something Mr Pfahlert is aiming to promote during his tenure as president. Alan, meanwhile, is enjoying helping train other newcomers to the industry. “It’s great helping to train people up,” he says. “There’s huge enthusiasm – people really enjoy the training and they really enjoy coming to work.”

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SITE SAFE AWARDS

Core strength builds strong safety message Engaging directly with its workers resulted in a group of family-owned companies scooping a major prize in the country’s leading safety awards

n innovative rolling programme fittingly entitled Core Strength enabled the Russell Group to triumph in the MSA Safety Leadership Award for all business sizes at the Site Safe 2014 Construction Health and Safety Awards. Core Strength was initiated in 2013 for the 300-plus employees of Dominion Constructors (DCL) and Russell Gordon Contracting (RGC), which are part of the Russell group of companies. The construction and allied sectors face unique challenges in that they are male-dominated, with high numbers of Maori and Pasifika, many people from non-English speaking backgrounds with low literacy and numeracy levels, and a high number of workers having left school young and with no formal qualifications. “Core Strength therefore deliberately embedded literacy, language, numeracy and critical thinking skills in all aspects of the delivery using practical, hands-on methods of learning,” Managing Director Brett Russell explains. The Core Strength projects that were focused around health and safety were specifically effective with teams and individuals as they not only encouraged their “voice” but were undertaken with the confidence that these proposals would be initiated into company operations, he adds. “The teams are fantastic at cutting to the chase and capturing the essence of what is needed to get individual and team buy-in and how to communicate it.” Made possible through the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) funding and contributions from RGS and DCL, Core Strength 2013 and 2104 saw the group partner with Education Unlimited to implement an in-house literacy, language and numeracy programme to over 80 employees since 2013. The commonsense, practical

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skill-oriented programme was designed as tailored upskilling that focused on embedding literacy and numeracy at work in such key areas as: • health and safety • workplace communication encompassing listening, speaking, reading, writing, oral presentation skills and the inhouse leadership system ‘Action Centred Leadership’ • workplace numeracy, including money management • digital literacy skills that were addressed by utilising the on-site IT training room regularly. “Embedding health and safety into the training enabled people with high ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages) through to emerging leaders to better understand their part in increasing health and safety on a construction site,” Mr Russell adds. Every participant knew from Week One that they would be expected to decide on a project based around work to present to their immediate bosses and the senior management team. “The trainers facilitated this aspect of the programme, enabling all participants to either present an individual project or work as a team.” The participants were asked to think about on-job frustrations, problems and ways to improve the life of labourers and other workers on construction sites. “Irrespective of the participant’s literacy or English language ability, each group decided on a project and the majority of people focused on health and safety initiatives,” Mr Russell recalls. Each project contributes, in a meaningful way, to the overall awareness of health and safety across the companies, he believes. “The key to the project success was the identification by the site-based teams of the problem, and development of simple, workable solutions that everybody can participate in,” Mr Russell explains. “The key differ-

DCL labourer Awa Brown rocks out his original song about health and safety to a Core Strength graduation audience of over 100 people ence is not only the identification of problems but the willingness and engagement to develop solutions.” Resounding results The Near Miss Posters were trialled on one of Dominion’s sites and were also discussed at recent toolbox meetings. “Since the implementation the site in New Lynn has seen a vast increase in Near Misses being reported,” Mr Russell observes. The site reported eight Near Misses in July 2014 but 35 Near Misses in August 2014 after the initiative had been put in place. “As a result, the system will be implemented on all Dominion sites.” Furthermore, the induction webinar for all new RGC employees is

now a permanently embedded initiative. “It ensures all new employees are starting on site understanding the safe use of tools,” Mr Russell notes. The evaluation comments clearly show that increasing people’s core skills enables them to engage meaningfully in health and safety initiatives, he believes. “They understand more health and safety vocabulary, can read and understand what they are reading and have increased assertiveness and confidence to challenge unsafe behaviour on work sites.” In addition to the projects and the individual comments, DCL labourer Awa Brown wrote an original song specifically about health and safety.

Core Strength 2014 PROJECTS

Russell Group Managing Director Brett Russell: “Core Strength therefore deliberately embedded literacy, language, numeracy and critical thinking skills in all aspects of the delivery using practical, hands-on methods of learning “Awa sang the song for the first time at a Core Strength graduation to an audience of over 100 people,” Mr Russell says. The Russell Group’s innovative Core Strength workplace literacy programme was not only successful in the firm’s own workplaces, it also won recognition at the annual EEO

Diversity Awards, winning the ‘Skills Highway’ category. “All in all, we are extremely satisfied with the Core Strength health and safety programme’s results to date and will build on the existing achievements to create an even safer and healthier workplace,” Mr Russell concludes.

SAVE A MATE - Getting more hazards and incident reports: After asking 30 workmates why they don’t report incidents this group came up with ‘Save A Mate’ Note: This group of four had a combination of ESOL and high literacy needs Site Awareness poster for Reporting Near Misses: Why near misses are under reported and a poster for every smoko shed at Dominion Constructors This presentation has been printed off as an A3 poster and is on the Smoko shed walls at Dominion building projects Note: This project came from three new employees recruited from WINZ. They participated in ‘Skills for Industry’ training prior to Core Strength The Top 10 basic house-keeping rules, reinforced at team meeting and by supervisors: Laminated A3 poster for every smoko shed at Dominion and presentation at weekly Health and Safety meeting Note: This project came from two ESOL employees Improving induction for new employees, particularly regarding safe use of commonly used tools: PowerPoint and audio recorded as a tailored RGC webinar now used at new employee inductions Note: This project came from three new employees recruited from WINZ. They participated in ‘Skills for Industry’ training prior to Core Strength Tips for communicating better on site: Communicating well = Keep the working site safe. Work together. Team happy. Bring waste down Note: This project came from two ESOL employees A contribution to help the development of a tool management programme for all workers: Safe use of commonly used tools on site This presentation has been recorded for use as a training webinar or can be used as a hard copy presentation at Pre-Start meetings

Learner evaluation feedback, August 2014 1. What do you feel you can do better now as a result of Core Strength? • Learn new words help with my English • Speak more on the job • I really understand more about Health and Safety report A-I-N team player. Save more pay, money waste. • Read better and better writing • I feel it has given me more thinking strategies. • My skills for health and safety have improved. • My communication skills have improved heaps. • Talked about near miss. • Projects skills improvement, numeracy, communication, health and safety • I feel more confident to speak up around people. • I feel much better with my communication. • More planning, more confidence, more input in decision making with management • I learnt so much at Core Strength, health and safety, practical numeracy and communication • Identify sight hazards

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