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Simplifying Health and Safety in the New Year

January 20, 2025

Workplace safety isn’t a “nice to have”; it’s a necessity. Yet, many organisations treat it like a fire extinguisher—there if needed, but mostly ignored. The truth is, a safe workplace benefits everyone. It protects employees from harm, shields businesses from costly legal battles, and fosters trust across the board.

Building Resilient Teams: The role of mental health and wellbeing training in the workplace

December 18, 2024

Workplaces today have evolved significantly. Organisation cultures are increasingly prioritising people over rigid hierarchies and outdated “power through” attitudes. Mental health training plays a vital role in this shift—not as a quick fix, but as a meaningful, long-term investment in building resilience.

Tony Gibson Guilty in Landmark Health & Safety Case: +IMPAC's view on what it means for leaders

December 09, 2024

On 27th November, the District Court found the former CEO of Ports of Auckland Ltd, Tony Gibson, guilty of charges under section 48 of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (HSW Act). Section 48 is the failure to comply with a duty that exposes an individual to a risk of serious injury, serious illness, or death. The duty that was not complied with was the Section 44 duty relating to due diligence of officers.