NZ Herald·3 min read·medium
Concern raised with Worksafe about Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard’s chainsaw use in social media video
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Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard is facing criticism after a social media video showed him using a 'drop start' technique to ignite a chainsaw. Forestry safety groups and WorkSafe have flagged the practice as prohibited and dangerous.
Why it matters
Raises questions about public safety standards and the responsibility of government officials to model safe behavior.
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The article presents the controversy by citing safety guidelines and the minister's own response.
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