Asbestos in coloured sand
Batches of coloured sand imported and sold in New Zealand have been found to contain asbestos. WorkSafe is focused on supporting businesses to manage their risks and do the right thing.
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19 December 2025
Energy Safety Business Update – December 2025
Read about important changes to Gas Safety Regulations for endorsing gas products and gas installations, changes to Electricity Safety Regulations for electrical installations, modifications to AS/NZS 3000:2018, and Energy Safety availability over the holiday period.
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19 December 2025
Important update: Changes to Gas Safety Regulations for endorsing gas products
The amended Gas (Safety and Measurement) Regulations 2010 came into effect on 13 November 2025.
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19 December 2025
Important update: Changes to Electricity Safety Regulations for electrical installations
The amended Electricity (Safety) Regulations 2010 (ESR) came into effect on 13 November 2025.
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