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ACC www.acc.co.nz
There are several factors contributing to workplace injuries among young people and people in first-time employment. ACC looks at identifying the risk factors and putting in place safe work practices to help prevent workplace injuries.
ALAC: The Alcohol Advisory Council of New Zealand www.alac.org.nz/Home.aspx
The Alcohol Advisory Council of New Zealand (ALAC) was established in 1976 by Act of Parliament, following a report by the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Sale of Liquor. The Commission recommended establishing a permanent council whose aim was to encourage responsible use and minimise misuse.
CApENZ Taranaki HSE Centre www.capenz.co.nz/hsecentre.php
The CApENZ Taranaki HSE Centre has been established by regional industry and ACC to raise the standards of HSE within the entire community of Taranaki. Operated by the Centre of Applied Engineering (CApENZ) the Centre will deliver NZQA accredited one day basic safety awareness courses. Tailored courses will be available on request.
Environmental Risk Management Authority www.ermanz.govt.nz
The Environmental Risk Management Authority (ERMA New Zealand) makes decisions on applications to introduce hazardous substances (HS) or new organisms (NO) including genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
Foundation for Drugs & Alcohol www.fade.org.nz
Workplace drug and Alcohol Education Providers.
Land Transport NZ www.ltsa.govt.nz
Contributing to an integrated, safe, responsive and sustainable land transport system.
LowDown: CAB Youth Website www.cab.org.nz/lowdown
Life is full of questions... What happens if you buy something which turns out to be faulty or if you get harassed at work?
NZ Chemical Industry Council www.nzcic.org.nz
Hazardous Substance Codes of Practice .
New Zealand Injury Prevention Strategy www.nzips.govt.nz
A key focus of NZIPS is to strengthen and enhance the infrastructure that supports injury prevention activity to improve safety performance.
National Occupational Health and Safety Advisory Committee www.nohsac.govt.nz
NOHSAC provides advice to the Government on major occupational health and safety issues in New Zealand.
New Zealand Institute of Safety Management www.nzism.co.nz
Information about the institute and its local branches, occupational health and safety resources, news and events, and a directory of registered health and safety professionals.
New Zealand Safety Council www.safetycouncil.org.nz/Homepage.html
Organisation which promotes health and safety in the workplace, on the roads and in the home. Site includes articles on child safety, safer workplace practices and road safety tips.
Occupational Safety & Health Service: OSH www.osh.govt.nz/index.htm
Government site includes information and statistics on work hazards, health and safety law, training and education resources, health and safety products can be ordered online. Publications can be downloaded in PDF format, or, hard copies can be ordered online. Workplace accidents or illnesses can be reported online.
OSH's website for youth www.osh.dol.govt.nz/kidz
Dr Aargh (All Accidents R Gonna Hurt!) is an accident causing villain. This site shows young people how to fight Dr Aargh by raising awareness of hazards in the workplace. Features a guide to the Health and Safety in Employment Act (HSE Act) 1992, an interactive quiz on health and safety issues, and personal stories of accidents which could have been prevented.
Safeguard www.safeguard.co.nz
The website of Safeguard, a magazine covering workplace health and safety in New Zealand. The site provides full text of the editorial and summaries of other items in the current issue.
SiteSafe www.sitesafe.org.nz
Site Safe undertakes the research, development and co-ordination of health and safety activities designed and targeted at the construction industry. Activities with the specific aim of reducing construction site injuries and deaths. Working with you to make your site safe.
Smokefree law in New Zealand www.moh.govt.nz/smokefreelaw
About the Smoke-free Environments Amendment Act 2003 and the implications for individuals and employers. Information about the changes affecting each group, and the steps that can be taken to comply with the new legislation, and where to access signage and other resources.
New Zealand Chemical Industry Council (NZCIC) www.nzcic.org.nz
The New Zealand Chemical Industry Council (NZCIC) is a 'not for profit' industry association responsible for implementing and promoting Responsible Care™, the international safety, health and environmental (SH&E) protection initiative practised by the chemical industry in more than 45 countries worldwide.
Unite Union www.unite.org.nz
Unite is a union, that has not restricted itself to any particular sector, they involve themselves in campaigns of particular relevance to youth workers. They are able to represent and negotiate on behalf of anyone who works in any occupation, whether full-time, part-time or casual.
Workinfo www.dol.govt.nz/workinfo
Provides information about the Health and Safety in Employment (HSE) Act, including the amendment passed by Parliament in 2002.
Workplace Health and Safety Strategy www.whss.govt.nz
Worksafe Reps www.worksafereps.org.nz
A website for workplace health and safety representatives under the Health and Safety in Employment Act.
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