Directors on notice: Court reinforces due diligence expectations under HSWA
High Court upholds conviction of former Ports of Auckland chief executive, reinforcing directors’ duty to actively oversee safety risks.
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Five key health and safety actions for directors
Practical steps for directors to strengthen oversight of critical health and safety risks and controls.
This resource outlines five practical actions directors can take to improve health and safety governance. It focuses on building knowledge, understanding how work is actually performed and ensuring robust systems are in place to manage critical risks.
It also highlights the importance of verifying capability, investing in effective controls and maintaining strong monitoring and review processes. The guidance is designed to help boards move beyond compliance and take a more proactive, informed approach to health and safety oversight.
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