Special Episode: Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill Part 1

About this episode

The hosts discuss the implications of New Zealand's Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill in a humorous and practical manner.

🎪 Step into the ring with "The Circus of Safety" as Brenton, Des, and Andy take a tongue-in-cheek, practical look at New Zealand's hot-off-the-press Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill! In this special episode, the trio unpacks what the proposed changes really mean for businesses of all sizes—are we cutting red tape, or just tying new knots? Expect sharp insights, lively debate, legal context, and plenty of banter as our hosts highlight the very real, sometimes absurd impacts of lawmaking on frontline safety. Whether you're a seasoned HS professional or just love a good legislative circus, this show will keep you laughing and learning. #TheCircusOfSafety #TheSpinningWheelOfDeath #SWOD #HealthAndSafety #RiskManagement #SafetyManagement

People in this episode

Hosts: Brenton, Des, Andy

Topics covered

• Health and Safety
• Legislation
• Business Impact
• Workplace Safety
• Risk Management

Keywords

• Health and Safety
• Amendment Bill
• New Zealand
• business
• safety management
• risk management
• legislation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: New Zealand

Books & works: Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill

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