Safety Services

We offer an array of safety services tailored to meet your specific needs. Our expert team is led by Derek, an accomplished health and safety professional with a rich background in primary industries, construction, manufacturing, major hazard facilities, and the education sector. Our mission is to create safer workplaces by empowering businesses with practical and effective safety solutions. We pride ourselves on delivering services that are not only compliant with legislative requirements but also foster an engaged safety culture.

Software Solutions

Our journey with you starts with a comprehensive evaluation of your current health and safety systems. This helps us understand your unique needs and define the software system requirements specification. This process ensures that the solution fits your organisation like a glove. We have practical experience with many of the health and safety software solutions available in New Zealand and are able to work with you to identify which ones could support your defined system requirements the best.
Learn More

Return to Work & ACC

Workplace injuries can sometimes result in time off work, reduced hours, or alternative duties. At Lakes Safety Services, we understand the complexities and challenges of these situations. Our Return to Work and ACC service is designed to support your business get your staff back to pre-injury duties as quickly and safely as possible. Whether the injury requires a short recovery period or has long-term implications, we're here to help you navigate the return to work process. Our team of registered Health and Safety Professionals can provide advice on ACC and the development of suitable return-to-work plans.
Learn More

Training and Coaching

At Lakes Safety Services, we believe in the transformative power of education. With over 25 years of experience spanning multiple sectors, our mission is to deliver tailored training, mentoring, and coaching services to build health, safety, and well-being knowledge, skill, and capability. Our strategies are not 'off-the-shelf'; instead, they are customised to your business's specific needs. From providing in-house support to helping you develop and deliver appropriate health and safety strategies, we are your partners in establishing a safety-conscious culture.
Learn More

Risk Management

In an ever-changing business landscape marked by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity, Lakes Safety Services provides you a proactive solution to risk management. As a leading safety consultancy service in New Zealand, we specialise in anticipating potential risks, devising robust strategies to tackle them, and fostering a culture of safety and resilience within your organisation. Our experienced team of risk management professionals will guide you through the challenges of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity, creating a safer environment for your business to thrive.
Learn More

Incident Investigations

When unexpected events occur within your business, prompt and thorough incident investigations are crucial to mitigating potential risks and preventing recurrence. Lakes Safety Services, can provide comprehensive, rapid-response incident investigations to businesses across New Zealand. Our incident investigations service is designed to help you understand why an event occurred, and crucially, what needs to be done to ensure it doesn't happen again. We are equipped to handle all sorts of incidents, whether dealing with WorkSafe, addressing improvement notices, supporting your internal investigation and legal team, or undertaking an independent investigation on your behalf. Our team of registered Health and Safety Professionals are backed by years of practical experience and professional knowledge, ensuring that each investigation we conduct is thorough, objective, and aligned with industry best practices. We approach every incident with a unique lens, tailoring our investigation strategy to your specific situation and needs.
Learn More

Health and Safety Management Systems (HSMS)

At Lakes Safety Services, we specialise in supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of Health and Safety Management Systems tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses and individuals across New Zealand. Whether you are a one-person business or a Major Hazard Facility, our expert safety consultancy services can help you establish robust health and safety management systems that prioritise the well-being of your employees and support compliance with legal requirements.
Learn More

Monitoring & Assurance

At Lakes Safety Services, we are dedicated to helping businesses support their assurance requirements through our expert consultancy services. Our experienced professionals can support the delivery of  monitoring and assurance processes to help ensure every aspect of your workplace health and safety management system works effectively. With our comprehensive reviews, audits, assessments and practical strategies, we empower organisations across New Zealand to enhance their monitoring and assurance practices.
Learn More

Worker Engagement

Strengthening safety culture in your organisation is vital for prioritising and promoting a safe work environment. It involves cultivating open communication, accountability, and active employee engagement in identifying hazards and suggesting safety improvements. A strong safety culture not only reduces incidents but also boosts morale, enhances productivity, and builds a positive reputation. Lakes Safety Services specialises in helping organisations strengthen their safety culture through expert safety consultancy services. Together, we can create a workplace where safety is ingrained in every aspect of operations, ensuring a secure and healthy work environment for all.
Learn More

Hear It from Our Clients

See the impact we've had on businesses and how we could do the same for you.

“I got Derek in to update our H&S management system. He was honest and did a great job. Highly recommend.”

Mark Bowsher – Station Manager

Whareroa Station – Waikato

“Very knowledgeable and willing to put the effort in upfront to understand our situation. Tailored things to fit our business requirements without creating a pile of confusing admin for us”

Spenser Christiansen

Owner 

That Dingo Guy – Manawatu

Highly recommend this health and safety company! They provided top-notch service for our roofing business, ensuring everything was up to standard. Their team was professional, thorough, and easy to work with. We feel confident knowing our safety measures are in excellent hands. Great job.

Laurance

Owner

 

Storm Tech Roofing – Hawkes Bay

Derek provided excellent health & safety consultancy. His advice was practical, thorough, well delivered and easy to implement. He helped us identify risks we’d overlooked and suggested cost-effective solutions. Recommend for any business needing H&S guidance.

Murray Beadle

General Manager

BFA Business Advisors and Accountants – Taupo

Connect with Lakes Safety Services – Your Expert Partner in Health & Safety

Tailored Solutions for Optimal Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Harness 25 years of cross-sector expertise with Lakes Safety Services to enhance your health, safety, and wellbeing practices. Our team of HASANZ-registered professionals offers customised consultancy and training across Taupo and the North Island. We simplify health and safety management with practical advice, in-house support, strategy development, audits, and SafePlus Assessments. Our specialised services include Technical Health and Safety, Governance & Leadership, Contractor Safety, and Software Solutions. Reach out to Lakes Safety Services today to create a safer, more compliant workplace.