Number of work-related deaths in 2020 already concerning
Figures show that many more people were killed on the job than previously thought.
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One dead in workplace incident in Christchurch
Fatal incident at a workplace on Distribution Lane in Sockburn.
Kiwi firefighters face bites, strains, diseases in animal rescues
The staff member contracted the disease known as "dairy farm fever".
One person dead after tree falls on them in Gisborne forestry operation
WorkSafe has been notified about the incident.
Person dead in Ohakune quad bike accident
The accident happened on Kopurutuku Rd in Ohakune.
Motorcyclist dies after crash in rural Taranaki
The crash occurred at midday on a private rural property in the village of
Worker risked 'catastrophe' with chemical safety forgery
The continued deceit of his employer had "aspects of corrupt practice", says judge.
Taranaki larrikin mourned after tragic workplace death
Larrikin Kiwi Robin Killeen loved horse racing, boxing and even hair dressing.
Revealed: WorkSafe data shows number of adventure tourism deaths since 2014
2019 has been a grim year for adventure activity-related deaths in New Zealand.
Man dies after becoming trapped in machinery at food plant
The accident happened in South Taranaki
Pike River Recovery team breaks through 170m barrier
The team have ventured further than ever before since the barrier was established in 2011.
White Island tour operator was audited: Minister
The Workplace Relations Minister has confirmed White Island Tours was regularly audited
Huge fine after mum-of-seven's horror chicken farm death
Mum-of-seven Kamila Mun died in the June 2017 accident.
Top horse trainer appeals $370k payout to paralysed rider
Top horse trainer Stephen McKee was held responsible for Sophia Malthus' paralysis.
'I just touched his hand': Kiwi killed on Sydney IMAX construction site
Kiwi worker died soon after high pressure water pipe burst on multimillion-dollar project.
Parents' heartbreak over 4yo's forklift death: 'We held each other'
Jackson White was struck and killed by a forklift operated by his father Ian.
'Serious safety concerns' at residential construction sites
Death of Chinese builder prompts St John's volunteer to launch safety initiative.
Person burned in explosion in Lyttelton, Christchurch
One person is suffering from burns after an explosion in Lyttelton.
Man in critical condition after being run over by tractor in Hunua
The man, in his 70s, was flown to Auckland City Hospital.
Workplace death near Ranfurly
A person has died in a workplace incident in rural Central Otago earlier today.
Media muzzle placed on SkyCity workers amid strike action following convention centre fire
SkyCity Unite Union members are striking, claiming unsafe working conditions.
Crushed by 300kg ramp: Family mourn 'great dad, nicest guy'
The man who died had recently moved to Otorohanga with family.
Falling 300kg ramp kills worker in Te Kuiti
Worksafe investigating after person hit by a 300kg ramp.
Person in hospital after hand trapped in bottling machine
The person is in North Shore Hospital following a "workplace incident".
Worker dies after being pinned between trees at Manawatū property
Fire, ambulance, police and a helicopter responded to the incident.
'Atrocious' training, regulations slammed in wake of forklift deaths
Forklift rules and training fall short, experts warn, as two boys die in two weeks.
Child killed by forklift: family business closed this week
"It's a very hard situation for anyone to face."
Person freed after being trapped by machinery at Kaiapoi Mill, Canterbury
Emergency services are working to free the person.
Skin-blistering horror: Former chef to sue over career ending spill
Katelyn Rewko was 21 years old when she was burnt in a horrific workplace accident.
16yo dies in forklift incident at Ōtāhuhu freight business
A teenager is understood to be the victim of a workplace accident in Ōtāhuhu yesterday.
Focus: One dead in Ōtāhuhu workplace accident
Focus: One dead in Ōtāhuhu workplace accident. Video / Supplied
Vehicle rolled, person trapped in Waikato forest crash
Police said it appeared one person was trapped after their vehicle rolled.