The Health and Safety Association of New Zealand (HASANZ) is the umbrella organisation representing workplace health and safety professions in New Zealand.
HAVE YOUR SAY!
Te Rōpū Marutau o Aotearoa (TRMA) has embarked on the development of a partnering programme - Te Takenga Mai - with ACC and other critical stakeholders to uplift Maori, Pacific and migrant workers outcomes. This initiative is grounded in the principle of kotahitanga to collectively address the disparities faced by Maori, Pasifika and other minority ethnic workers.
TRMA is now seeking feedback and insights from leaders, workers and organisations across Aotearoa.
Now is the time TO HAVE YOUR SAY!
Click here to complete their VideoAsk feedback form.
Te Rōpū Marutau o Aotearoa would like to warmly invite you to the TRMA Conference 2025, a transformative one-day event that brings together industry leaders, practitioners, and change-makers to strengthen health, safety, and well-being through the power of Kotahitanga.
Date: 16th April 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Claudelands Events Centre, Gate 4 Brooklyn Road, Claudelands, Hamilton 3214, New Zealand
Member Ticket: $299 + GST
Non-Member Ticket: $399 + GST
This conference is a unique opportunity to:
- Engage with thought-provoking speakers shaping the future of Māori health and safety
- Experience interactive sessions that challenge and inspire
- Build valuable connections within the industry
- Gain practical insights to integrate Māori values into workplace safety and well-being
Why Kotahitanga?
"Kia kotahi ai, kia ora ai, kia haumaru ai... he āhuru mōwai mōku…"
As we navigate challenges in health and safety, we draw inspiration from the teachings of Kiingi Tuheitia:
"The wind in our sails is Kotahitanga, and with that, we will reach our destination."
Conference Speakers & Agenda
We are proud to feature an exceptional lineup of speakers, including:
- Hon Tama Potaka – Minister for Māori Development
- Dr Robert Joseph – Expert in Indigenous Law & Governance
- Pene Wahanui Hemi – TRMA Trustee & MC
- Gerard Jull – Health & Safety Specialist
- Moira Loach – Health & Safety Adviser, Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi
- Tamati Stevens – Specialist in Well-being through the Moana
- And many more…
Check out the full agenda & speaker lineup: www.trma.co.nz
This is more than just a conference – it’s a movement. Join us as we work together to build a safer, more inclusive Aotearoa.
Secure your spot now! Click here to register.
Navigating the workplace and cancer (mate pukupuku)
Cancer and the Workplace Survey
CGoals Cancer Rehab Consultancy have developed a short survey to benchmark industry knowledge on strategies for supporting people affected by cancer in the workplace. The survey questions also consider the support workplaces can offer to caregivers – those responsible for the health needs of another with cancer.
The purpose of this survey is
· To inform the development of an interactive learning module co-developed by cancer rehabilitation & behaviour change experts, and people and culture leaders
· To capture insights from HR & HSW professionals across the motu to ensure that cancer workplace solutions evolve further to truly address their needs
· To improve capability in addressing the growing needs of Aotearoa’s workforce affected by cancer. 4 in 10 people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, another 1 in 3 will directly care for someone with cancer.
· To ensure that outcomes of our mahi lead to meaningful change for employees and employers alike
Please help out by completing the 3-5 minute survey.
Cancer and the Workplace Survey
HASANZ Contributions to the Government Consultation on Work Health and Safety
Discipline Definitions for HASANZ Full Member Associations
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Discipline |
Definition |
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Asbestos professionals |
Asbestos professionals provide asbestos surveying, removal, assessing, and risk management services to industry to manage asbestos risks. |
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Hazardous Substance Professionals |
Hazardous Substance Professionals are specialists in the management of safety risks from explosive, flammable, toxic or corrosive substances being manufactured, used, stored, or transported at work. |
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Health and Safety Generalists |
Health and safety generalists provide H&S advice, support governance and leadership, planning, risk management across organisations at all levels. |
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Human Factors Professionals/ Ergonomists |
Use knowledge of human performance across physical, cognitive, and organisational domains to provide analysis and advice for the design of work equipment, environments, processes, and work systems to support healthy and productive work. |
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Occupational Health Nurses |
Occupational Health Nurses (OHNs) are Registered Nurses governed by the Nursing Council of New Zealand and guided by NZOHNA. OHNs have the specialist qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience to provide PCBUs with comprehensive health services that focus on the prevention of work- and non-work-related injury, illness and disease. Occupational health services include pro-active health strategies which promote health, wellbeing, the identification of health risks and the reduction of potential workplace harm to workers. |
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Occupational Health Physiotherapists |
Occupational Health Physiotherapists optimise worker wellbeing and overall system performance through the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of injuries and illnesses in the workplace. |
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Occupational and Environmental Medicine Specialists |
Occupational and Environmental Medicine Specialists are Doctors who specialise in medicine related to the effects of work on health, and health on work |
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Occupational Hygienists |
Occupational Hygienists specialise in the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, control, and communication of health hazards (chemical, physical and biological) and their potential health risks in the workplace. The objective is to protect worker health and well-being by preventing ill-health in the long or short term. |
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Occupational Therapists |
Occupational Therapists design and coordinate graded return to work programs. Educating clients and employers in safe work practices. Modifying the work environment to suit the needs of individuals so as to prevent or minimise injuries and ill-health. |
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Organisational Psychologists |
Organisational Psychologists focus on understanding and improving workplace dynamics, creating safer or more effective working. They address issues related to employee behaviour, competence, motivation, and well-being, helping organizations create healthier and more productive work environments. |
The HASANZ Register has turned 5!
The Register is an invaluable resource for businesses across Aotearoa. By using HASANZ Registered professionals, businesses demonstrate their commitment to the health and wellbeing of staff.
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