4 December 2025
File Ref: 251184
Spencer Jones
[FYI request #32794 email]
Dear Spencer
I refer to your Official Information Act request received on 9 November 2025:
Official Information Act Request – Advanced Electricity Meters (Smart Meters): Safety Incidents,
Test Standards & Record-Keeping (2015–2022) - a Official Information Act request to WorkSafe
New Zealand - FYI
Under section 15A of the Official Information Act, WorkSafe has decided to extend the time limit for
deciding on your request by an additional 15 working days. This extension will also apply to the time
limit for transferring your request, should this become relevant.
The extension is required because consultations are necessary before a decision can be made on
your request.
You have the right to ask the Ombudsman to investigate and review this decision, and further
information is available a
t www.ombudsman.parliament.nz. If you require further assistance, please contact
[email address]. Yours sincerely
Rob Pope
Head of Inspectorate