Workplace safety group lays out recommendations to minister in open letter

Workplace safety group lays out recommendations to minister in open letter
The group wants better system leadership and coordination when it comes to workplace safety. (Image: Getty)
John Anthony
An open letter on improving workplace safety in New Zealand has been sent by business and union representatives to the Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety, Brooke van Velden.The group, including Business NZ, Council of Trade Unions, NZ Institute of Safety Management, Health and Safety Institute, and Business Leaders’ Health and Safety Forum, aimed to enhance worker health and safety while reducing confusion and costs.The Business Leaders’ Health and Safety Forum estimates the annual cost of workplace illness and injury at $4...

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