Monitoring & Assurance

Governance Support Through Monitoring and Assurance

Good governance relies on clear oversight — and that includes health and safety.

At Lakes Safety Services, we help businesses strengthen their monitoring and assurance processes to support directors’ and leaders’ responsibilities. Our experienced consultants provide practical, independent insight into how well your health and safety systems are working — and where improvements can be made.

From targeted reviews to high-level audits, we support organisations across New Zealand to meet their assurance obligations with confidence.

Assurance That Your Health and Safety Systems Are Working

Assurance is more than compliance — it’s confidence.

At Lakes Safety Services, we help organisations verify that their health and safety systems are doing what they’re supposed to: protecting people, meeting obligations, and supporting continuous improvement.

Through tailored reviews, independent audits, and recognised evaluation tools, we give leaders the insight they need to meet due diligence requirements and strengthen their safety culture. Our team brings decades of experience and a practical, solutions-focused approach.

Let us help you move from assumptions to assurance.

Take the First Step Towards a Safer Future

Ready to prioritise health and safety in your workplace? Contact Lakes Safety Services today for a free consultation and assessment. Our team of health and safety experts will provide valuable insights tailored to your organisation’s unique needs. Whether you require assistance with Health and Safety Management Systems, SafePlus Assessments, Health and Safety Reviews, or Health and Safety Audits, we are here to guide you every step of the way. Take action now to protect your employees and foster the development of your safety culture.

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SafePlus Assessment: Elevating Your Safety Performance

As an accredited SafePlus assessor, Lakes Safety Services offers comprehensive assessments to help you enhance your safety performance. SafePlus is a  recognised health and safety performance improvement toolkit developed by  WorkSafe, ACC, and MBIE. Our experts will conduct an onsite assessment of your health and safety practices against good practice performance  requirements. Based on the results, we will provide you with tailored recommendations to strengthen your safety systems and achieve continuous improvement.

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Health and Safety Reviews: Evaluating Your Safety Management System

Lakes Safety Services conducts thorough Health and Safety Reviews to assess the effectiveness of your safety management system. Our experts analyse various aspects, including policies, procedures, training, hazard identification, overlapping duties, incident reporting, and risk management. By evaluating your system’s alignment with best practices, we identify opportunities for improvement and ensure that your safety management system is robust and representative of industry standards.

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Health and Safety Audits: Ensuring Compliance and Effectiveness

Our comprehensive Health and Safety Audits provide assurance that your safety management system is performing as intended. Through meticulous evaluation, we determine whether your system is effectively implemented and functioning in line with its purpose. By identifying any gaps or areas for improvement, we help you maintain compliance, minimise risks, and create a safer work environment.

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Discover SaferMe: Revolutionise Your Safety Practices

Lakes Safety Services proudly partners with SaferMe, a leading safety software solution. SaferMe empowers businesses to engage their teams, facilitate real-time updates, and streamline safety management processes. With features such as digital risk registers, corrective action tracking, psychological and social impact monitoring, contact tracing, and training record management, SaferMe revolutionizes the way organisations manage safety. Learn more about how SaferMe can transform your safety practices by visiting their website.

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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

“Derek has worked alongside our team to create a comprehensive and personalised Health & Safety system tailored to every part of our organisation. From the clinical team to our shops, volunteers to visitors — he’s helped ensure everyone is safer and more supported.

He took the time to truly listen to our concerns, guided us with expertise, and highlighted key areas where we could strengthen our systems. Thanks to his knowledge and care, we’re making some important improvements that will have a lasting impact”

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

Connect with Lakes Safety Services – Practical Support, Real Results

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.