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Government has since signalled its intention os matters such as opening up the acc Work account to competition. The stocktake noted the acc accredited Employer Programme was proving successful. This programme mainly covers larger employers who manage their own risk and accident insurance. The stocktake found that employers in this programme achieved lower inured injury rates and costs than other employers. The Government has considered the stocktake’s finding and made decisions such as; • more employers will encouraged to join the accredited employer Programme due it’s success in reducing injuries and costs • the acc Work account will be opened to competition. This means that other insurers besides acc will be able to offer workplace accident insurance from April 2012 The Department of Labour has commenced public consultation to progress these matters. Specifically the consultation is eeking views on proposals to : • extending the accredited Employers programme and offering other risk-sharing options • introducing choice in the acc Work account Submissions need to be made by 5pm on 15 July 2011. Details can be found on www.dol.govt.nz/consultation/increasing-choice/ acc has recently published a Statement of Intent for 2011-2014. The document indicates where acc will focus its efforts. One area of focus listed will be improving the choice and range of products for businesses, and be able to adapt to meet needs and expectations. (For details go to www.acc.co.nz ) Department of Labour New Action Plan To Reduce Construction Injuries The Hon Kate Wilkinson, the Minister of Labour has launched a new Construction Sector Action Plan that sets a broad direction to reduce injuries in the construction industry over the next 3 years. The launch took place on 26 May 2011 at a Kaiapoi construction site, just north of Christchurch. Published by the Department of Labour, the Action Plan was developed following consultation in 2010 with various industry organisations including employers, unions, safety, training and the newly established Construction Safety Council. The Action Plan includes four ‘action areas’ which are broad based initiatives aimed at reducing the construction industry injury toll. There is a primary focus on slips, trips and falls from heights. The intention is to include all parts of the industry over the next 3 years in activities such as: • significantly reduce workplace injury and fatality rates • put effective programmes in place to achieve the injury reductions • provide reliable health and safety data • create partnerships with government and industry to improve health and safety Similar action plans for other industries such as agriculture, manufacturing, forestry and fishing are under development. 6
Site Safe will continue to work with the Department and ACC under an existing partnership agreement to promote Member’s views and priorities for activities that will best reduce construction injuries. The Construction Sector Action Plan can be viewed on www.dol.govt.nz Employment Agreements - A Must For Everyone From 1 July 2011, all employers must keep a copy of every employee's signed employment agreement or current terms and conditions of employment. This requirement also extends to employers who have hired employees on a verbal agreement. See the Department of Labour website for more information. The New Zealand Guidelines for the Management and Removal of Asbestos - March 2011 These comprehensive guidelines provide extensive information on safe and compliant asbestos management and removal processes, specifically targeting those within the asbestos removal industry, Consultants, Clients and Employers and Building Owners. You can view the html version of the guideline page on the Department of Labour website or the guide is available for purchase from New Zealand Demolition and Asbestos Association Department of Building and Housing What's new with timber treatment? The Acceptable Solution B2/AS1 has changed. The timber treatment hazard class H1.2 is now required for radiata pine and Douglas fir timber in buildings, where it is protected from the weather (ie. enclosed timber framing). Research shows that H1.2 gives framing timber good protection from decay. H1.2 boron treatment is colour-coded pink. From 1 July 2011 onwards, only the new B2/AS1 can be used as an Acceptable Solution. Health and Safety Timber treatments generally consist of chemicals that need to be handled safely and appropriately. Important measures to take when using treated timber, especially hazard classes H3 and above, are: • reduce contact by wearing gloves, goggles and a dust mask • don't burn off-cuts or cook with them • dispose of waste in an approved landfill • wash your hands before using the toilet, smoking or eating • wash work clothes separately 7
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