WorkSafe Consultations, Guidance, Newsletters and Feedback
Where you can find updates for WorkSafe consultations, guidance, newsletters and feedback.
WorkSafe Consultations
You will find a range of health and safety consultations on issues that affect New Zealand workplaces
Whether you‘re a representative from a large company, a self-employed contractor or an interested member of the public, your opinions count.
Your views are important, and we encourage you to have your say.
Guidelines on managing psychosocial risks at work
WorkSafe is consulting on proposed guidelines for managing psychosocial risks at work.
We previously consulted on this in 2023 and feedback suggested major changes were required which we have used to help refine this latest version.
Psychosocial risks at work cause harm to workers’ physical and mental health and must be managed effectively by businesses.
These guidelines aim to describe in plain language:
- businesses’ legal obligation to manage psychosocial risks
- the importance of mentally healthy work
- how to use a risk management process to manage psychosocial risks
- how to respond when workers have been exposed to psychosocial risks
further related guidance on specific psychosocial risks such as bullying, sexual harassment and work-related stress.
How to provide feedback
Anyone is welcome to provide feedback. We are particularly interested in receiving feedback from small business owners.
You can read the draft guidelines and download the feedback form on our website.
Submissions close on Friday 29 November 2024 at 5pm.
If you have any queries about the draft guidance or the submission process, please email us at [email protected].
WorkSafe Newsletters
During the year WorkSafe send out newsletters to keep you informed. You can subscribe to WorkSafe these newsletters to get them directly into your mailbox.
Newsletters:
November 2024 Work-Related Health Newsletter
24 September 2024 Work Related Health Newsletter
5 August 2024 Work Related Health Newsletter
7 May 2024 Work Related Health Newsletter
27 April 2024 Work Related Health Newsletter
12 February Work Related Health Newsletter
WorkSafe Guidance and Feedback
Health & Safety at Work Act presentation - Gordon MacDonald, former Chief Executive, WorkSafe NZ
Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) for Ports
The Port Health and Safety Leadership Group and WorkSafe NZ have developed an Approved Code of Practice (ACOP) for Loading and Unloading Cargo at Ports and on Ships. Recently approved by the relevant ministers, this ACOP will take effect on 29 November 2024.
This ACOP sets baseline safety standards and addresses inconsistencies across the port sector. It is legally recognized under the Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA) and helps businesses ensure compliance with safety regulations.
For more details, visit the Maritime NZ website or contact [email protected].
Approved code of practice for loading and unloading cargo at ports and on ships