We ought not be doing what we do because the law says so.

But I am stunned OP can be studying a Grad Dip and the law isn't mentioned at all in the course. — Andrew

Given that 33 of the 52 workplace deaths were 'vehicle accidents' there is a sizeable overlap.

It's also interesting to think about the fact that this is where a moments inattention, or other human failings can have drastic consequences. While we can endeavor to train, and make people aware of these, it does little to stop basic mistakes. — Aaron Marshall

the concept of killing workers cannot be a discussion because the outcome of the investigation may highlight some other reasoning for the fatality. — Don Ramsay

So, your theory is, let's just accept that every year 50-60 people are going to trundle off to work,and not come home, they are just collateral damage, the cost of doing business and most likely they brought it on themselves- as you say no one can fix stupid

Anyone else think the same, or do you think there are some stones left unturned? — Steve H

It is the culture of the workers that has to change. — Andrew P

Possibly, because at the end of the day we have over-engineered solutions so individuals no longer think. Or they lack motivation to be responsible for their own actions. They are perhaps lazy and just sit back and rely on all the safety devices around them.

Or really. It might be because we cant fix stupid. (without bankrupting ourselves in the process) — Andrew

Perhaps we are in "the last mile"

You know. where you put reasonable resources into something and you get 90% there. But to extract that last 10% is extremely difficult and the return on investment may not be there. — Andrew

Its a bit early to say "we are killing our workers". No doubt in the fullness of time there will be an enquiry and causes of death will be determined. — Andrew

And yet those legal requirements continue to prevail even if Orange level guidance seems to make no mention of it — Andy Bunyan

Fitbit Ionic Smartwatch
The Hazard

Fitbit has determined that there is a risk that, in rare circumstances, the battery in the Ionic Smartwatch may overheat.

If the battery overheats while a user is wearing the product and the user does not remove the watch, it could present a burn hazard.

What to do

Stop using the Ionic Smartwatch and visit help.fitbit.com/ionic to organise a refund.

Customers will be issued a refund of USD299 and an access code for a discount of 40% off select new products from the Fitbit Store.

This recall does not affect any other Fitbit smartwatches or trackers — NZ Rcalls

Installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment

The increasing use of Electric Vehicles (EVs), and the demand for higher charging rates, is placing demands on existing installations, especially domestic installations.

Before installing an EV charger, it is important to check the charger’s specifications to ensure that the charger is designed to operate from NZ supplies of 230 or 400 volts.

When installing an EV charger (EVSE), especially where the charger requires more than 15 A, it is important for the installing Electrician to ensure that the incoming mains will not be overloaded. It is not acceptable for the loading of an installation to be controlled through the consumer making decisions to turn equipment on and off.

Equally, it is necessary to reassess both the maximum demand, and the maximum volt drop of the installation to ensure that electrical appliances are supplied with electricity within their safe operating voltage. Excessive volt drop may be a sign that the installation wiring will not tolerate a high load for prolonged periods. It may also result in appliance fires, or failures of Residual Current Devices (RCDs) to operate correctly, noting that many EV chargers contain safety function equipment such as RCDs.

In some cases, “smart” technology will be needed to moderate the charging rate of the charger, or for the supply mains to be upgraded.

It is recommended that any permanently connected EV charger is supplied through a dedicated subcircuit from the installation’s main switchboard that is rated for the anticipated load.

EV chargers are declared medium-risk articles requiring them to be covered by a supplier declaration of conformity (SDoC). It is good practice for installers to obtain a copy of the SDoC and attach this to their CoC for the installation. — Electrical Workers Registration Board

Is the important difference between ventilation (used air is deposited outside and new air comes into the system) versus re circulation (used air is reused)? — Peter Beaver

We the country accepted poor legislation, and an underfunded regulator — Chris Peace

An example that comes to mind is the common requirement for periodic refresher training, with little understanding of key principles of learning and development. Firstly, training is only an input; the key point is for people to be competent, not just 'trained'. — Sheri Greenwell