LEARNING OBJECTIVE
This programme will build on the skills and knowledge developed in health and safety representative training (Health and Safety Representative Training or "initial training") and look more in-depth at the Health and Safety at Work Act and associated regulations, to maintain a safe working environment.
Content and delivery of this programme will be aligned with the most up to date requirements under the Health and Safety at Work Act and associated regulations. 

DESIGNED FOR
Health and safety representatives, members of a health and safety committee or any employee/employer with an interest in health and safety.

LEARNING CONTENT

• Discussion on the regulations and their impact
• Expand on the role of the health and safety representative
• Successfully implement health and safety in your organisation
• Understanding specific hazard and risk management
• Finding information for risk management
• Undertake investigations into near hits and incidents

DURATION
Two days

ABOUT THE FACILITATOR
Kristen Gawn is a Registered Nurse with a Post Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety from the University of Otago and a Bachelor's degree in Physical Education. With over 25 years of experience in the Occupational Health and Safety field, she specialises in assessing physical demands at work and creating rehabilitation plans for injured or sick workers. Kristen has worked with various industries, including manufacturing, logging, construction, and engineering, providing health screenings and promoting total worker health. She founded her own business, KG Health & Fitness Ltd, in 2005, offering independent occupational health services. Additionally, she has consulted for Business South since 2007, providing H&S advisory and training to businesses of all sizes. Kristen is a member of the New Zealand Occupational Health Nurses Association (NZOHNA), Human Factors NZ (HFNZ), and the Australia New Zealand Society of Occupational Medicine (ANZSOM). She is passionate about ensuring workplaces implement effective health and safety practices for the well-being of their employees.

NEXT LEARNING STEP

• Health & Safety for Managers
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MANAGEMENT CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT FUND
Business South Inc offers services that are registered with the Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor at support@otagorbp.co.nz.