We’re excited to launch Wednesday Matters, a new monthly online session where we unpack the issues that shape the real-world experience of doing business in the South. We’re diving straight into a hot topic affecting many of our members: The Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill.  

It has now had its first reading in Parliament and is being referred to Select Committee, and it signals significant change. Learn in this session what’s in the bill, what's changing and what you need to know. 

This Bill aims to reduce unnecessary compliance costs, increase certainty for businesses, and sharpen the focus on “critical risks” . It proposes new definitions, changes to officer duties, revised notification requirements, and a new approach for small businesses.

If you employ staff, manage a workplace, or sit on a board, this matters.

Join us for a practical briefing from:

Paul MacKay | BusinessNZ 
A leading voice on workplace relations and policy, Paul will focus on the strategy and governance implications of the proposed changes — what boards, directors and senior leaders need to understand, how officer duties are evolving, and how to position your organisation ahead of the reforms. He will also outline the Select Committee process and how businesses can make submissions.

Sarah Thomas | Principal Consultant | Be Safe Now! 
A highly experienced HSE professional with more than 20 years in health and safety, Sarah has worked across transport, oil, manufacturing and conservation, developing practical systems that work in the real world. 

What this means on the ground: how to get the basics right, manage risks day-to-day, and scale practical health and safety systems to suit the size and reality of your business. 

They’ll cover: 

• What’s in the Bill 
• What’s changing — and what’s not 
• Strategy, governance and officer duties
• How “critical risk” will affect your obligations 
• What small PCBUs need to know 

There will also be a live Q&A session, giving you the opportunity to put your questions directly to the panel. 

Now is the time to understand the detail and prepare your submission to Select Committee. 

Clear. Practical. Relevant. 

How to register
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We’ll send the Zoom link and session pack directly to all registered attendees before the event.