Safety & Workforce
Road safety, health and safety, and the people and skills behind the wheel.
Crash reduction roadshow for Picton-Christchurch alternate route
A safety truck is taking to the road to bring instruction designed to avoid truck crashes on the alternate Picton to Christchurch route. it has become…
Keep cameras to protect drivers: Blue Bubble
A vicious assault on a taxi driver has prompted Blue Bubble to call for security cameras to remain in all taxis. The New Zealand Transport Agency…
Tricky situation for North Shore bus drivers
Bus drivers trying to enter the Akoranga bus station on Auckland’s North Shore are facing a constant fight against illegally parked cars. Commuters' cars parked on…
Captain’s alcohol conviction a strong warning
Maritime New Zealand is calling yesterday’s conviction of a ship’s master a strong warning against drinking while operating a vessel. “Safety is paramount, if you are…
Proposed visa changes good news for employers
The setting of more realistic bands for temporary work visas is a pragmatic response for employers struggling to find staff according to the Employers and Manufacturers…
Chinese LDV G10 gets lowly three-star safety rating
A three-star safety rating has been given the Chinese-made LDV G10 commercial van and people mover by the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP). It’s the…
Improving safety for couriers on bikes
In collaboration with CitySprint, the Road safety charity Brake is releasing a new guidance report to improve conditions for couriers on bikes. Cycling is a cost-effective…
Picton parking ban will drive up freight costs
New car park rules instituted by KiwiRail at the Picton Ferry terminal on July 3 under the auspices of health and safety is causing a headache…
Temuka driver takes out fuel efficiency challenge
Temuka Transport employee Johnny Baxter has beaten competitors from across New Zealand in Volvo Trucks bi-annual drivers’ fuel challenge. He will now travel to Europe to…
Scholarships create future health and safety leaders
Speaking up on the site is one thing Site Safe scholarship recipient Peter Foaese is now more than happy to do. The heavy haulage driver credits…