Controlling Human Vibration Hazards in the Workplace

24 March 2022

Join Wellington Occupational Hygienist Christine de Klerk who will give an overview of both hand-arm vibration (HAV) and whole-body vibration (WBV). Human vibration is the effect of mechanical vibration on the body. In some cases, vibration can be unpleasant or even...

How To Take Disposable Gloves Off Correctly

05 March 2022

It is important to know how to remove gloves properly, as improper removal can lead to transfer of contaminants from your gloves to your hands. Here is the recommended method for removing your gloves. Tuck your fingers under the outside of the glove near the wrist...

Understanding the H&S at Work (Haz Subs) Amendment Regulations 2021

24 February 2022

Towards the end of last year the long awaited Health and Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Amendment Regulations were released (they came into force on 4 January 2022). The amendments correct some errors in the regulations, and clarify means of compliance for...

Chemsafety’s HASANZ 2021 Scholarship Recipients

17 February 2022

HASANZ 2021 scholarships have been awarded to three of the Chemsafety team We are proud to announce that three of Chemsafety’s employees have recently been awarded Health and Safety New Zealand (HASANZ) Scholarships for 2021! The HASANZ Scholarships offer up to two...

February 2022 Newsletter

02 February 2022

In our first newsletter for 2022 we introduce you to our HASANZ Scholarship Award recipients, let you know about the first free online webinars for the year and more. Click here to see our February 2022...

5 Common Reasons a Clearance Inspection fails

21 October 2021

The most common reason for clearance inspection failure is dust and debris located during the visual inspection. The removal area and enclosure has got to be clean, it doesn’t matter if the builder made the mess or a freak gust of wind blew in dust and debris, we are...