EmploymentWorkSafe took weeks to inspect companies illegally storing explosive substancesHazardous substances are estimated to cause deaths of between 600 and 900 NZers a year.28 Nov 10:12 PM
New Zealand'Felt across generations': Renovation firm fined $300k over worker's fatal roof fallCanterbury reno firm ordered to pay nearly $300,000 in reparations and fines over death.27 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandCompany to be sentenced following forestry deathThe man, 45, had been felling at a privately-owned forest block when he died.17 Nov 07:11 AM
New ZealandForklift rolls, injures person in AucklandEmergency services were called to a commercial property in Wiri03 Nov 01:19 AM
New Zealand23-year-old man dies at Timaru worksiteThe cause of death is yet to be confirmed.01 Nov 02:06 AM
New ZealandWhakaari owners to face trial next year over fatal volcanic eruptionOwners of White Island claim they did try to ensure the safety of others on the island.18 Oct 04:26 AM
New ZealandMan pinned between trucks on ferry to be paid $58,000The victim was squeezing between two trucks when he got caught between them.17 Oct 04:00 AM
New ZealandTwo seriously hurt in Glen Eden workplace accidentEmergency services responded after calls for help went out around 8am.21 Sep 10:03 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionConstruction's catalogue of tragedy: But is building really the riskiest job?Construction is relatively safe when fatalities in that sector are compared to others.15 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'How can we avoid giving this person an entitlement' - ACC adversaryDozer driver overturns ACC decision declining cover for accident in 1995.13 Sep 08:02 AM
New Zealand'Living nightmare': Faulty handbrake led to runaway truck deathJoji Bilo was killed by a runaway truck on a Wellington worksite in 2019.12 Sep 05:34 AM
New ZealandPolice investigated skydiving boss over phone call after tandem death"Why would I lie?"09 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandBoy falls 8m through skylight on first day of work; Company to pay $65kFines and reparations total $65,000 for boy's fall at woolstore site.06 Sep 04:57 AM
New ZealandFocus: Gloriavale TV bride speaks about why she left the communityFormer Gloriavale resident Pearl Valor reveals the harsh working conditions and the unwanted attention of men while working at the Christian community. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Aug 08:46 PM
New Zealand'Little regard to health and safety': Inflatable slide operator fined after collapse injures childrenThe company has had 11 prior interactions with WorkSafe NZ.29 Aug 05:04 AM
New ZealandWharf explosion: Union questions health and safety proceduresWorksafe said any information would be 'months away'.28 Aug 12:15 AM
New ZealandAuckland wharf explosion: Emergency staff praised for rescuing five workersFive people remain in hospital following the explosion.26 Aug 06:54 AM
New ZealandFocus: Explosion rocks downtown AucklandEmergency services rushed to an explosion at a construction site on Halsey St in downtown Auckland that left five people injured. Video / NZ HeraldWatch25 Aug 08:38 PM
New ZealandWorkSafe lacks strategy and impact - reportOut-of-date regulatory tools and failure to address driver fatigue are just two examples.17 Aug 01:16 AM
New ZealandPort CEO's trial over killed worker delayed: Man's kids 'still not coping', union 'outraged'The Herald can reveal Gibson's first hearing has been delayed until sometime in 2024.06 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm lucky to be here': Scaffolder left a double amputee opens up on 'miracle' survival"I'm kind of stubborn. I wouldn't give up without a fight."22 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandEmergency services responding to death in Auckland; WorkSafe notifiedThe incident happened on Grey St and was reported to police around 12.50pm.21 Jun 04:21 AM
New ZealandMinister's sympathy for shocked scaffolder who lost both arms'I have the deepest sympathies for him and his family.'15 Jun 07:00 PM
New ZealandMan dies after workplace incident in GoreThe incident has been referred to WorkSafe.15 Jun 01:44 AM
New ZealandRevealed: The 'appalling' number of ACC claims for long Covid acceptedACC data shows only 73 claims for Covid have been made - and a tinier number accepted.03 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandEgg company fined $200,000 after worker's thumb severedAuckland poultry company also ordered to pay reparations to employee.23 May 07:48 AM
New Zealand'Your rainbows will shine forever': Husband's heartache at fatal crash sentencingGay Kettle's family today got to confront the man responsible for her death.13 May 02:57 AM
ConstructionCalls for mental health support in construction sectorConstruction has the highest rate of suicide of any industry in the country.12 May 10:40 PM
New ZealandPerson injured in George St worksite incidentPerson injured in George St worksite incident. Video / Oscar Francis / Gregor Richardson / ODTWatch05 May 10:27 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionComment: Workplace safety has lapsed back to woefully inadequateOPINION: Port worker deaths are evidence of poor workplace safety standards. Here's more.03 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHigh school avoids prosecution after student drownsInstead, an "enforceable undertaking" will cost Melville High School about $266,000.29 Apr 01:55 AM
New ZealandMaritime industry 'shaken' following second port death in a weekPort and maritime unions are calling for stevedoring standards to be introduced.25 Apr 02:18 AM
New Zealand'It's brutal': Commentator's shock as racer dies in crash at Palmerston North speedwayEmergency services were called to the track at around 6.15pm last night.24 Apr 07:42 PM
New ZealandAnzac Day: 'Terrified' parents at memorial to son's deathParents of one of three flyers killed tell of harrowing journey over past 12 years.24 Apr 05:00 PM
