NZ Institute of Safety Management

29/09/2025

If you are near Nelson on 15/10 or Blenheim on 17/10 you are warmly invited to join NZISM Top of the South Branch at their half-day of CPD with our very special guests from CHASNZ:

⭐ 𝗝𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗽𝗲𝗿-𝗦𝗹𝗮𝗱𝗲(GM Innovation) will be deepening our understanding of 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆.

⭐ 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗰𝘇𝘂𝗸 (Manager, Ergonomics Team) will be sharing learnings from their amazing '𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗛𝘂𝗿𝘁' 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲 - a unique, world-leading approach to 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗸𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝗷𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀

CHASNZ have been doing some great work lately - and it's all highly applicable cross-sector, so don't make the mistake of thinking this one's not for you!

Come and meet a couple of the nicest guys in the industry, keep yourself updated on two important topics, and enjoy the opportunity to network with like-minded folk.

Refreshments will be provided - and non-member tickets are available too.

Register here:

NELSON (15/10):
👉 https://www.nzism.org/book/eVRSwljslgVmsmh2vudQp1En/

BLENHEIM (17/10):
👉 https://www.nzism.org/book/8pVtcdHiaym8dcW3D8ftC9Em/

29/09/2025

We're really excited to let you know that in just 2 weeks we're kicking off a powerful new roadshow with Brent Sutton, developed to help you close the gap between perception and reality - and strengthen safety where it matters most.

It's crucial to understand how work is done 'at the coalface' rather than building capability and priorities around senior leadership's understanding of what should be going on. All too often there is a gap between the two - and as we know from 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆 𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝒁𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒗 𝑮𝒊𝒃𝒔𝒐𝒏, the consequences of that gap can be tragic.

At this new workshop, Brent will work with members to identify the ideas, resources and techniques available to help you close the gap and start prioritising the risks that truly matter.

We will be visiting 15 locations around the motu throughout October, November & December.

Full details below: 👇

https://www.nzism.org/brent-sutton-roadshow-2025/

(Tickets are limited at each location so make sure you don't miss out!)

15/09/2025

📍 𝑫𝑶𝑵'𝑻 𝑴𝑰𝑺𝑺 𝑶𝑼𝑹 𝑳𝑨𝑻𝑬 𝑩𝑹𝑬𝑨𝑲𝑰𝑵𝑮 𝑾𝑬𝑩𝑰𝑵𝑨𝑹
NZISM is delighted to present a special webinar in association with the Business Leaders' Health & Safety Forum who have just released their third 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙖 𝙏𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙉𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙍𝙚𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩, authored by leading economist, Shamubeel Eaqub.

These reports provide one of the clearest picture of our health and safety performance as a country, anchored in clear and robust data. We will be joined online by Shamubeel who will be taking members through the key findings of the report

𝙎𝙝𝙖𝙢𝙪𝙗𝙚𝙚𝙡 𝙀𝙖𝙦𝙪𝙗
Shamubeel is an experienced economist who makes economics easy. He is a thought leader unafraid to take a contrarian view. Shamubeel is an engaging and knowledgeable speaker - and a regular and respected contributor to media, government and business sector discussions on economic and strategic matters.

Don't miss the opportunity to hear direct from the author of this important report.

Members can register here:
https://www.nzism.org/webinar-registrations/

10/09/2025

⭐ ⭐ 𝗪𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿! ⭐ ⭐

Congratulations to 𝗝𝗼𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗮 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗮𝗿𝗱 (TW Group) of NZISM Hawkes Bay Branch who has been drawn as the lucky recipient of a FREE TICKET (worth $850) to attend the forthcoming Safeguard HOP Conference in Auckland.

Brought to you by Safeguard Magazine in association with Learning Teams Inc, this one-day HOP conference has been developed to challenge, inspire and expand your understanding of HOP and how to put it into practice.

Heading an impressive speaker list is special guest 𝗗𝗿 𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗸𝗹𝗶𝗻 (USA) who many NZISM members will remember from the NZISM Roadshow 2019.

Commiserations to those who entered and weren't as fortunate as Joanna - but the good news is there are still some tickets left.

Head to the website to secure yours now.

With special guest Dr Todd Conklin

07/09/2025

Su***de remains a significant issue in New Zealand, with rates far exceeding workplace fatalities. Many of those who die by su***de are actively employed, with the construction industry reporting the highest rates.

In this week's webinar author and professional speaker, Michael Hempseed, will explore the latest research on su***de prevention in the workplace, including emerging trends, risk factors, and vulnerable groups.

You'll gain practical insights into:

✔️ The strong connection between sleep issues and su***de risk
✔️ How to recognise warning signs and approach someone who may be struggling
✔️ Referral pathways and where to direct someone for help
✔️ Responding to a su***de in the workplace
✔️ Evidence-based strategies employers can implement to reduce risk and support their workforce

This webinar is designed for anyone involved in workplace wellbeing, HR, health and safety, or leadership roles who wants to better understand how to create safer, more supportive working environments.

NZISM members can register here:
https://www.nzism.org/webinar-registrations/

02/08/2025

PRESS RELEASE

𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘅𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗯𝘀

The New Zealand Institute of Safety Management (NZISM), the professional association for health and safety experts, is concerned by the prospect of more lax machine guarding requirements signalled by the Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety.

"Machines that are badly guarded are a major source of workplace harm. Nearly 200 hard-working New Zealanders are killed, hurt and maimed every year (according to the latest full year WorkSafe data) by improperly guarded machines. Simplifying machine guarding requirements in a way that lowers standards will lead to more deaths and injuries," said NZISM spokesperson, Mike Cosman.

"We agree with the Minister that guidance needs to be updated, made more specific to particular sectors and easier to understand and we’re happy to help with this. Proper guarding is not a simple one-size-fits all given the massive range of equipment and situations in which it is used across the country.

"There is a strong role for health and safety experts (like NZISM members) in giving that advice. You wouldn't ask a Police Officer to design the brakes on your truck and you can't expect WorkSafe to act as your consultant. If you use machinery you need to take steps to satisfy yourself that it will keep your workers safe."

ENDS

24/07/2025

📢 Are you aware of your health and safety legal risks?

Join NZISM President, Karl Berendt, and LegalVision Senior Associate, Jessica Prebble, for their upcoming webinar on Mitigating Your Business' Health & Safety Legal Risks. They’ll cover essential strategies to protect your business and team.

Here’s what they will discuss:
⚖️ Overview of the safety legal landscape and your obligations
🔒 Key risk mitigation strategies for businesses
📝 How to prepare for investigations or claims
👷‍♂️ Driving a safety-first leadership and culture

📅 When: Tuesday, 19 August, at 12 pm NZST

📽 Register here: https://go.legalvision.co.nz/mitigating-your-business-health-and-safety-legal-risks-NZISM.html

Can’t make it? Register anyway, and Legal Vision will send you the recording.

16/07/2025

⭐⭐ 𝙒𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙖 𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙧 ⭐⭐ 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙤𝙪𝙧 #𝙃𝙚𝙧𝙤𝙚𝙨𝙄𝙣𝘼𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙥𝙝𝙤𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 - and it is SUSI RATNAKAR who submitted this great shot of Boffa Miskell's biosecurity team meeting with sub-contractors to assess terrain.

Thank you to everyone who put forward an entry AND to all those who cast a vote to help us decide. The member vote prevailed.

15/07/2025

Greg Dearsly showcasing the new clothing merch talking with INSHPO President Dee Arp ( NEBOSH) at the INSHPO Board meeting in Osaka Japan. Repping us beautifully, Greg!

08/07/2025

The photo comp has now closed and we've shortlisted 8. It's now your turn to cast a vote!

Select your fav here:
https://forms.office.com/r/6nJ8PcbP5R

04/07/2025

our 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆. This is your last chance to show us the amazing work you and your teams are doing in the field... or simply a happy shot of a tea-break or some banter. If you are happy for NZISM to use your images for promotional purposes please email them through to Tanya at comms@nzism.org today.

𝗔 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗿𝗲𝘄 𝗥𝗮𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 (𝗼𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿'𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽) 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀!

Our thanks to Angela Hunt for these great shots showing the team at Skevingtons completing a pipe installation to enable the rollout of core fibre network infrastructure across the Pukaki Canal.

03/07/2025

If you've set your focus on the C-suite, NZISM can provide an amazing, confidence-building opportunity to help you get some experience under your belt. We are offering an accredited NZISM member the opportunity to join our friendly, supportive Governance Board on a 2 year internship.

If you are interested, you've got one week left to submit a covering letter and CV to cpd@nzism.org