Objective 1:
The promotion and realisation of standards and fundamental principles and rights at work

The Critical Success Factors that contribute to Strategic Objective 1:

1. There is a comprehensive and appropriate legislative framework, including a minimum employment code.
2. Government mandates and supports minimum protections such as accident compensation, health, income support, basic education.
3. Standards are enforceable, institutionally supported, and politically accepted.
4. New Zealand signs up to and complies with international instruments, such as International Labour Conventions and Recommendations, treaties, and bilateral trade agreements.
9. Equal opportunity is expected and delivered.
12. Constructive employment relationships exist.
13. Employers and unions understand the value of constructive relationships through engagement and partnership.
14. Workplaces are productive.
15. Workplaces are safe and healthy.
18. Relevant information is communicated to and accessible to those who will benefit from it.
19. Through strong, representative, and accountable social partners, tripartism and social dialogue (consultation and exchange of information between representatives of governments, employers, and workers) are an integral part of the way decisions affecting the labour market are made.