by Daniel Kirkland | Dec 10, 2023 | Machine Safety, News, Opinion
As Director of TEG Risk I want to use this platform to highlight an issue that has become all too common in today’s media – avoidable workplace injuries. This particular workplace injury at Dunlop Drymix Limited in Feilding which resulted in amputation is... 
by Daniel Kirkland | Dec 3, 2023 | Explainer, Machine Safety, News, Safety Engineering
Understanding Competence in Health and Safety In New Zealand and Australia competence in health and safety is more than best practice; it’s a legal requirement. Whether you’re a director, manager, worker, or an advisor, competence plays a pivotal role in... 
by Daniel Kirkland | Jul 6, 2023 | Machine Guarding, Machine Risk Assessment, Machine Safety, News, Safety Engineering
In this blog we delve into a recent safety news story, “Meatworks’ Oversights Led to Horrific Injury”. Headlines such as these are an all too familiar feature of our modern newscape. As leaders in the machine safety industry we are passionate about ensuring... 
by Daniel Kirkland | May 9, 2023 | Machine Guarding, Machine Safety, News, Safety Engineering
Machine safety risk assessments are vital for all industries that use machinery. Manufacturing and processing companies are key businesses that need rigorous machine safety standards – regular checks of new and legacy equipment is paramount for the ongoing... 
by Daniel Kirkland | Mar 28, 2023 | News
The TEG Risk team were dismayed to read the recent article by Worksafe New Zealand about the machine guarding failures that led to life-changing injuries to two employees at an Auckland specialty bakery. Machinery is inherently hazardous, and even businesses that may... 
by Jodie Woods | Feb 20, 2023 | News, Uncategorized
As a manufacturer you’ll likely have experienced the sometimes complex installation, maintenance and safety checks required to maintain and operate legacy equipment alongside new equipment. It’s normal practice for manufacturing businesses to invest in new equipment...
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