Personal protective equipment (PPE) Personal protective equipment (PPE) is used to provide protection for workers and to reduce any exposure to hazards. If you’re an employer it’s vital that you provide your staff with appropriate PPE for the job at hand. The New Zealand Health and Safety at Work Regulations 2016 state that a Person Conducting a Business or...
Improving spill response & workshop safety If you handle chemicals in your business, no matter how carefully things are planned, unfortunately spills can happen. If you do find yourself in this potentially dangerous situation, it’s important that you’re prepared to handle it immediately and minimise any damage – and with the right knowledge, procedures and equipment you can.
Essential hygiene protection for food preparation If you’re in the business of food preparation, you’ll know how important it is that correct health and safety practices are followed. A big part of this comes down to wearing the right protective gear like gloves and caps, to make sure food isn’t contaminated. New Zealand Food Safety legal requirements are industry-specific and outlined...
