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Health & Safety

Health and Safety at Work: Understanding Your Responsibilities

28 October 2026 11:00 am (NZDT)
Brenda Smith

Health & Safety Consultant

Sally Holmes

Business Development Partner, Peninsula

Most businesses have health and safety policies, induction processes and incident reporting procedures in place.

But would those systems actually prevent an incident, or simply document what should have happened?

Today’s workplace risks extend well beyond slips, trips and falls. Psychosocial hazards such as excessive workloads, conflict, and poor change management can all create risks that are less visible and easier to overlook.

At the same time, New Zealand’s health and safety framework is changing come April 2027. There will be a greater focus on critical risks, clearer expectations for businesses and a stronger role for Approved Codes of Practice.

Join us for this practical webinar to uncover common safety gaps, understand the upcoming changes and identify what your business should review before the new framework takes effect.

In just 60 minutes:

  • The Risks Businesses Overlook: Identify physical and psychological hazards that may be missed in everyday operations
  • Policies vs Practice: Understand why documented procedures may not protect your business if they are not followed, tested or reviewed
  • What’s Changing: Learn how the stronger focus on critical risk and Approved Codes of Practice may affect your approach from April 2027
  • Getting Your Business Ready: Discover practical steps to strengthen your safety systems and prepare for the changing framework

Bring your questions, hear from our health and safety specialists, and leave with a practical understanding of how the reforms could affect your business.

Please note that this is general information and not intended to replace legal advice under any circumstances.

Have a question?

Have a question about the webinar, or perhaps you need some guidance on a HR or workplace safety matter? We’re happy to answer all your questions, call 0800 675 701 or email [email protected].

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