Employers arrange training for their employees so that they have the skills and knowledge to safely conduct work at height or in confined spaces. However, they should also consider when not to work at height, or enter a confined space. This approach aligns with the legislation when applying the...

Everyone is to some extent affected by the current situation regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The sheer volume of information on this topic has been mind boggling. It is extremely important that we follow instruction and consider information from credible sources. HAZCON has been ...

Worksafe has successfully prosecuted a company that provides welding, fabrication of products, repairing and maintaining stainless steel machines to the food and industrial sector. Background On 1 December 2017, the offender instructed a labour hire employee and therefore is deemed an emplo...

I am reflecting on the current situation that the whole world is facing regarding the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. Mindset matters. If we see ourselves as besieged victims who need to go into hiding, then we are likely to cultivate fear and hoarding. If, however we view ourselves as...

As we all begin to face this changing world due to the COVID-19 virus, many people are facing new challenges and are finding new solutions. Whilst speaking with friends, many of them are considering how to fill their time if they are unable to work. Some of the more popular topics include compl...