59037 (2025). Hon Jan Tinetti to the Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety

59037 (2025). Hon Jan Tinetti to the Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety: How many cases of work-related silicosis, if any, have been reported to WorkSafe New Zealand in each of the past five years, broken down by industry sector where available?

Hon Brooke van Velden: I am advised that WorkSafe New Zealand has received six notifications of silicosis over the past five years. The table attached provides the industry breakdown requested. I am advised that ACC also holds information about claims for work related silicosis.