Health and safety

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Stay on top of fatigue

By Alisa Yong 1 February 2019, Build 170

With hot weather, longer days and work pressure, it can feel like there aren’t enough hours in the working day. In these busy times, fatigue can be a real hazard, so watch for signs and keep everyone safe.

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Tackling mental health

By Chris Alderson 1 December 2019, Build 175

Figures released by the Coroner show over 685 New Zealanders died by suicide last year, the highest number on record. With rates in the construction industry high, action is being taken to bring change.

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Driving engagement

By Alisa Yong 1 April 2019, Build 171

Worker engagement and participation is key to improving health and safety and a key component of the law. It’s about having meaningful discussions with your team. Here’s how.

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App helps with safety

By Bill O’Byrne 1 October 2019, Build 174

Messaging phone apps are the latest tool on site. Hawkins Construction finds WhatsApp smooths communications across and between sites and is using it widely, from finding resources to sending safety updates.

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