Laws that changed in 2017
From contractors’ tax to Easter trading, hazardous substances to ACC levy changes, it’s been a big year for business-related law changes. Here’s a summary.
News
Hazard alert: Bakeries and collision repair workshops
Bakery and collision repair workshop workers face a high level of work and health-related risks. They’re now included in WorkSafe’s Around the Block tool.
Hazardous substances: Get ready for this law change
New rules are coming on how to manage the risks if your workplace deals with hazardous substances. Use our guide to make sure you and any workers are ready.
Landlords: What to put in tenancy agreements
A law change means tenancy agreements must be in writing. Here’s what you can and can’t include — plus details of new rules for insulation and fire alarms.
Health & Safety: Involving everyone at work
It’s a myth that small businesses are exempt from health and safety laws. You and your workers must all be involved in keeping people safe at work.
Build easy workplace policies
Business.govt.nz has launched the Workplace Policy Builder to help you easily and effectively create policies tailored to your business.