Return to Work & ACC

Supporting Your Employees Journey Back to Work

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.

The Benefits of Good Return to Work Programmes

By supporting the rehabilitation of employees who have sustained a work-related injury, illness or disability, which prevents them from performing their normal duties. Organisations can coordinate early intervention with suitable support and direction for employees, supported by medical recommendations to ensure an optimal return-to-work plan is developed, while at all times ensuring the rights, welfare and confidentiality of the employee is respected.

The return-to-work process at Lakes Safety Services involves clear expectations, a timeline for progress, and regular reviews. We assess and support fitness for work capacity, manage return-to-work programs, and provide guidance on complex medical and ACC claims. Through our services, we ensure all parties are on the same track toward a healthy recovery.

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Start Your Journey Back to Work Today

Your path to returning to work begins with a single step. At Lakes Safety Services, we’re committed to making that step as smooth and straightforward as possible. Whether you’re an employer seeking advice on ACC and return-to-work processes, or an individual recovering from an injury, our team is ready to guide you. Visit our contact page today to find out how we can help you.

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Your Partner in Health and Safety

At Lakes Safety Services, we believe in teamwork. Everyone has a role to play in supporting injured people get back to work. We work alongside the injured individual, their family, and their employer, making sure the best return-to-work plans are in place.

Ready to Return? We’re Here to Help

Embarking on your return-to-work journey doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Our expert team is ready to provide tailored advice and support that’s specific to your needs. Contact us today to find out how we can help.

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

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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.