Safety and eLearning Software

Practical Digital Safety Systems

Health and safety software should support real work — not create more admin.

Lakes Safety Services helps Taupo organisations implement practical, cloud-based safety systems that improve visibility, simplify reporting, and strengthen internal ownership.

We work with established platforms including SaferMe, and the Tarn Groups – Bracken eLearning platform — giving organisations scalable technology with New Zealand–focused implementation and ongoing support.

Our focus is simple: select the right platform, implement it properly, and ensure your team can confidently manage it themselves.

What to Consider When Selecting a Platform

New Zealand Legislative Alignment
The platform should reflect New Zealand health and safety legislation, enforcement approach — not generic overseas templates or systems.

New Zealand–Focused Implementation and Support
Effective systems require support from professionals who understand NZ operational realities and regulatory context.

Transparent and Scalable Pricing
Clear, publicly available pricing structures allow organisations to scale confidently without unexpected development costs, hidden ongoing costs or licensing arrangements.

SaferMe Implementation and Support

As an approved SaferMe partner, Lakes Safety Services supports organisations to implement and configure the platform properly — not just switch it on.

SaferMe provides real-time visibility of hazards, incidents, and workforce safety. We ensure it is aligned with your structure, risk profile, and reporting requirements so the system supports day-to-day operations.

SafetySnap

Developed with ACC support, SafetySnap is a SaferMe tool designed to help organisations measure and respond to psychosocial risk early — supporting informed leadership decisions.

Workplace safety doesn’t need to be overwhelming — we’re here to guide you. As an approved SaferMe partner, we offer smart, tailored solutions to help create a safer, healthier, and more productive environment for your team.

Bracken eLearning Platform

Lakes Safety Services works with Tarn Group to support organisations to implement the Bracken eLearning platform.

Bracken provides a flexible, well-priced, cloud-based training and induction system that allows organisations to build and manage their own content, align learning with operational risks, and maintain clear reporting for leadership and governance.

Bracken is already used by a range of well-known New Zealand organisations including University of Otago, SPCA, NZ Cricket, Napier Port, Dunedin Airport, Gymnastics NZ, Hockey NZ and Aotea Electric.

The platform supports onboarding, training refreshers, and ongoing competency tracking — while keeping ownership and control within your organisation.

Online induction and training

Basic Forklift Safety & Climate Change sample lesson

Competency tracking and refresher training

Governance-ready reporting and visibility

Why Digital Safety Systems Matter

Modern health and safety management requires more than documents stored on a server.

Digital platforms provide real-time reporting of incidents and hazards, mobile inspection forms that can be completed in the field, structured training and induction delivery, automated notifications, and clear dashboards for leadership oversight. This improves response times, improves manager oversight, and gives governance real visibility.

Both SaferMe and the Bracken eLearning platform offer transparent, publicly available pricing structures — allowing organisations to scale confidently without hidden development costs or unexpected licensing surprises.

When implemented correctly, these systems reduce administrative burden while strengthening oversight and accountability.

Ready to implement a practical digital safety system?

If you’re considering health and safety software, we can help you select, structure, and implement the right platform for your organisation. Get in touch to discuss your requirements and explore the options available.

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Hear It from Our Clients

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

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

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.

Laurence
Director

 

Storm Tech Roofing – Hawkes Bay

We are a small yet complex organisation and have been working with Derek for the past year with the goal of creating a robust health and safety system that is maintained through internal ownership and embedded into business as usual. While Derek is knowledgeable, professional, and enthusiastic, his real superpower is working alongside the team to create a system which is tailored and practical, all while growing internal capacity. We would absolutely recommend Derek.

Lake Taupo Hospice

“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

Derek was approachable, experienced, and readily available (at very short notice) for what was required for our H&S work site induction. Highly recommend should your company be in need of a person to tackle H&S matters.

Grace Solomon
Resident Manager

Two Trees Ngā Rākau e Rua – Taupō

Thank you, Derek, for your professional and objective advice. Your insights were incredibly helpful. We also really appreciated your enthusiasm in sharing your social networks and experiences, it was truly inspiring!

Eve Liu

Office Manager

Hauraki Civil Engineering – Rotorua

“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
Director 

That Dingo Guy – Manawatu

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Health and Safety Expertise That Works for Your Business

With over 25 years of real-world experience, Lakes Safety Services provides practical health and safety consultancy, coaching, and support across Taupō and the Central North Island. We specialise in solutions that fit your people, tasks, and risks — not just checklists. From technical systems and governance advice to contractor management and SafePlus assessments, we help you build safer workplaces with confidence.