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NZQA: No modules

Our Verification of Competencies (VOC) service is designed for businesses that want peace of mind that their operators are working safely and effectively on machinery and equipment.

Ensure your team is confident, capable, and compliant.

Overview

A VOC assessment confirms that a worker has the knowledge and practical skills to operate specific machinery competently. It is not training — it is an independent assessment to verify that an operator already holds the required skills and can apply them safely on site.

Our qualified assessors provide practical, scenario-based checks across a range of plant and equipment. On successful completion, employers receive documented confirmation of competency for each operator assessed.

Machinery covered

We currently offer VOC assessments for:

  • Excavator

  • Dump Truck

  • Wheel Loaders

  • Rollers

  • Other plant and machinery on request

What you’ll gain

  • Independent, third-party verification of operator skills

  • Assurance of compliance with site and client requirements

  • A documented record of competency for each operator

  • Confidence that your workforce can operate safely and productively

How it works

  • Duration: 1–2 hours per assessment (depending on machinery and complexity)

  • Delivery: On-site at your workplace or at our Besafe Training facilities

  • Assessment: Practical, scenario-based demonstration of competency using real machinery, supported by knowledge checks where required

  • Result: Verification recorded and issued to the employer for compliance records

Who it’s for

  • Employers who need to verify operator competency for client, site, or contract requirements

  • Operators who want documented proof of their ability to safely operate machinery

  • Contractors needing compliance evidence for tenders and prequalification

Book a Verification of Competency

Ensure your operators meet the highest standards of safety and efficiency.

NZQA: 5348

After a successful run as a micro-credential equivalency, Resource Sorter – Construction is now an approved NZQA Micro-credential (Level 2, 5 credits). It’s a fast, practical pathway that equips  workers with job-ready skills to sort, store, and reduce construction waste safely—lifting site tidiness, boosting diversion rates, and supporting environmental goals.

The programme blends concise classroom learning with real on-site experience and is delivered by accredited BSTL trainers from Sime Group, with NZQA accreditation held by Besafe Training Ltd (BSTL) and strong industry support.

On successful completion, results are reported to NZQA and added to the learner’s NZQA Record of Achievement (RoA).

5348 – Level 2 Micro-credential, 5 credits

What the Programme Aims to Achieve

Graduates of this course will be able to work confidently as Resource Sorters on construction sites, identify and divert recyclable materials from waste streams, apply waste sorting protocols, and contribute to zero-waste goals while maintaining workplace health, safety, and environmental compliance.

Programme Structure

  • Learning delivery: 4 hours Classroom-based instruction, on-site supervised practical work, and self-directed components.

  • Duration: Approx. a total of 50 learning hours (theory, practical, assessment).
  • Assessment: Competency-based practical tasks, knowledge checks, log or workbook evidence, and supervisor verification.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the programme, learners will be able to:

  • Demonstrate safe working practices as a Resource Sorter, using correct PPE and following health & safety procedures.

  • Sort and store construction materials correctly according to waste types, signage, and site waste management plans.

  • Prevent waste at source by assisting with handling and storage of new materials and reducing off-cuts or damage.

  • Maintain tidy and compliant waste sorting areas in line with site health and safety awareness, environmental, and regulatory expectations.

Who This Is For

  • Individuals new to construction, including site hands, labourers, and resource recovery roles.

  • Organisations and contractors wanting to improve waste diversion on site.

  • Young people, school leavers, and MSD candidates seeking industry-aligned training and entry-level credentials.

 

Entry & Prerequisites

  • No specific technical qualifications required; basic literacy and numeracy skills.

  • Commitment to complete theory and practical components.

  • Access to a work site or simulated environment for practical experience.

 

Further Information & Booking

For further information or to book your course, please visit:


👉 www.resourcesorter.co.nz/contactus

NZQA: 3533-2

The New Zealand Certificate in Workplace Health and Safety Practice (Level 3) delivered by Besafe Training Ltd is a flexible, rolling-intake programme designed to equip learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to contribute to effective health and safety practices in New Zealand workplaces. This 24-week part-time programme is structured around a series of standalone courses already scheduled as part of Besafe’s public course calendar, allowing learners to join at multiple points throughout the year and study at a pace that suits their availability.

This programme is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and aligned with industry needs.

Programme Aim
The programme aims to produce job-ready graduates capable of applying health and safety principles under limited supervision. Graduates will be able to contribute to workplace safety culture, apply risk management procedures, issue and monitor work permits, act as safety observers, and demonstrate competency in one of four optional applied contexts: working at heights, confined space entry, elevated work platforms, or discomfort, pain, and injury (DPI) prevention and management.

Programme Structure
The programme is made up of four compulsory courses (33 credits) and one optional course (8 credits), totalling 41 credits. These courses are drawn from Besafe’s existing public course schedule, offering learners maximum flexibility in when and how they complete their study.

Compulsory Courses:

  • HSP301 Health and Safety: Requirements and Practices (11 credits)
  • HSP302 Risk Mitigation and Safety Risk Analysis (8 credits)
  • HSP303 Safety Observer (8 credits)
  • HSP304 Permit to Work (6 credits)

Optional Courses (choose one):

  • HSP305 Working at Heights (8 credits)
  • HSP306 Confined Space Entry (8 credits)
  • HSP307 Elevated Work Platform (8 credits)
  • HSP308 DPI Prevention and Management (8 credits)

Graduate Outcomes
Graduates will be able to:

  • Apply health and safety requirements in accordance with legislation and industry codes
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement controls
  • Act as a safety observer and monitor high-risk work activities
  • Issue, monitor, and audit work permits
  • Apply Tikanga Māori principles to workplace health and safety practices
  • Operate safely in one of four applied contexts selected by the learner (Working at Heights / Confined Space Entry / Elevated Working Platform / DPI Prevention and Management)

Delivery Mode and Methods
The programme is delivered through a combination of face-to-face workshops, practical/on-job learning, and self-directed study. Directed learning includes interactive workshops, simulations, assessments, and case studies.

Assessment Methods
Learners are assessed through written assessments and practical observations. Assessment tasks are designed to reflect real-world workplace scenarios.

NZQA: 3800

NOW AVAILABLE – This intensive, hands‑on course teaches participants to safely and effectively operate radio remote and pendant-controlled overhead (gantry) cranes. Covering theory and practical application, learners will gain the necessary skills to conduct lifts, perform equipment checks, and maintain crane readiness—aligned with NZQA Unit Standard 3800 (Level 3, 10 credits).

Why Complete This Course?
Operating overhead gantry cranes carries inherent risk. This course ensures operators meet industry and legislative standards—such as the HSWA, Crane Safety Manual, Approved Code of Practice, and equipment manufacturer requirements—minimising hazards through proper knowledge and technique .

What You’ll Learn:

  • Understand component functions, control methods, and operational hazards

  • Perform pre‑start checks, locking/tagging out, and fault reporting

  • Sling, lift, travel with, and place regular loads using radio remote or pendant controls

  • Respond correctly to emergency stop signals and recognised hand signals

  • Park and secure equipment after use, and document any defects

  • Conduct daily/weekly operator-level maintenance

Refresher Course Option

This course is also available as a Refresher for operators who have previously completed Overhead (Gantry) Crane training and require renewal within three years of prior training. The refresher focuses on reinforcing core skills, reviewing any updates to legislation and best practice, and re-assessing operator competency to ensure ongoing compliance and safety performance.

Course Delivery:

  • Format: In-person, practical and theory components

  • Group Size: Maximum of 6–8 participants per session

  • Location: Besafe training centre or on-site at your facility

 

Train at Our Custom-Built Facility or on your site
This course is delivered at Besafe’s purpose-built crane training facility, designed to replicate real-world conditions. With industry-standard equipment and realistic lifting scenarios, learners gain hands-on experience in a safe, controlled environment—ensuring they’re job-ready and confident to operate overhead gantry cranes.

NZQA: 30072

Our Sling Regular Loads Safely course is a practical one-day program designed for people involved in lifting operations. It builds essential skills to prepare, sling, and secure regular loads safely in line with industry best practice and crane safety regulations.

This hands-on course blends theory and real-world application, giving learners the confidence and competence to use lifting gear safely and effectively. It also lays the foundation for more advanced crane and slinging training.

 

Course Content

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify lifting hazards and apply effective hazard control measures
  • Complete lift plans using approved procedures
  • Demonstrate knowledge of lifting gear and working load limit (WLL) tables
  • Prepare and sling regular loads safely using correct techniques
  • Use communication signals during lifting operations
  • Apply practical slinging methods including taglines, knots, and gear selection

 

Assessment

  • Written knowledge assessments
  • Practical exercises and observed lifts
  • Assessment must occur in a crane workplace or equivalent non-simulated environment

 

Off-site Delivery: We can deliver this course at your site with appropriate lifting equipment in place. Please call us to confirm requirements.

 

PPE Requirements

Participants must wear:

  • Safety boots
  • Hard hat
  • High-visibility clothing
  • Gloves

 

Industry Compliance

This course aligns with:

  • The Health and Safety at Work Act 2015
  • The Approved Code of Practice for Cranes (3rd edition, 2009)
  • Industry good practice guidelines for rigging and slinging operations

📞 Company bookings available at your site or ours – call us on 0800 333 899 to learn more.

 

 

NZQA: 3789

Our Rigging & Slinging: Direct Crane Operations course is designed for workers needing to safely sling varied regular loads and direct a crane during lifting operations. Delivered in person by experienced instructors, this one-day course provides a mix of theory and practical tasks that meet industry expectations in a supported, safety-first environment.

You’ll gain essential skills in hazard management, communication methods, lift planning, and the correct use of rigging equipment. This course is ideal for those working toward Dogman responsibilities or preparing for more advanced crane operation standards.

 

Post-course requirement: To complete the unit standard, students must log a minimum of 40 verified lifts across at least six variations. Each lift must be signed off by a supervisor or manager. We provide an evidence booklet to guide this process, and there is no time limit to complete the log – it’s flexible to suit your work environment.

 

Course Content

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Plan lifting operations with appropriate risk management and hazard controls.
  • Demonstrate the difference between regular and irregular loads.
  • Use rigging gear correctly: slings, shackles, taglines, packing, and dunnage.
  • Communicate using crane industry standards and signals.
  • Safely sling and direct at least two types of loads.

 

Assessment Methods:

  • Written assessment
  • Practical demonstration
  • Workplace-based lift log (40 lifts minimum, including two observed by assessor)

 

Off-site Delivery: We can deliver this course at your site with appropriate lifting equipment in place. Please call us to confirm requirements.

 

PPE Requirements

All students must bring:

  • Safety boots
  • Hard hat
  • High-vis clothing
  • Gloves

 

📞 Company bookings available on your site or ours – call us now to find out more: 0800 333 899

 

NZQA: No modules

This course will develop your knowledge of occupational health and safety statutory obligations, roles, and responsibilities so you can lead and implement high standards of health and safety management system. The course will also develop your ability to identify hazards and controls for the workplace environment.

You will explore theories of incident causation and prevention and gain the knowledge and skills to communicate and apply safe work strategies.

Delivered to Unit Standards 5607 – over a 1 day workshop (*Optional assessment and submission of evidence is required to achieve Unit Standard)

This course is exclusively available for company bookings, accommodating up to 12 team members. We offer flexible delivery options, either at our location or at your preferred site.

 

Topics

✓ Legislative requirements including but not limited to Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (HSW Act), Human Rights Act 1993, privacy Act 1993
✓ Occupational health and safety responsibilities
✓ Occupational health and safety statutory obligations
✓ Hazards in the workplace
✓ Health and safety training plans
✓ Evaluation of health and safety activities
✓ Health and safety incident investigation
✓ Theories of incident causation and prevention

 

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Communicate job specific health and safety requirements and practices in accordance with legislative requirements, industry specific codes of practice, and standards to a team in a specific business operation.
  • Lead consultative and participation processes that involve workers in the development of job specific health and safety policies and procedures for a team in a specific business operation.
  • Supervise the implementation of and monitor the maintenance of organisational and job specific health and safety policies and procedures for a team in a specific business operation.
  • Apply knowledge of incident causation models to investigate an incident and prepare a report that complies with organisational and legislative requirements and make recommendations to improve workplace incident investigation methods where appropriate.
  • Describe and apply health and safety requirements for the various jobs and teams in their workplace, in accordance with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015.
  • Identify relevant health and safety risks and apply practicable controls.
  • Promote beneficial health and safety practices for a specific team, with measurable results, in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • Create and apply a health and safety plan for a team to meet the organisations operational requirements.
  • Identify and coordinate health and safety requirements, in accordance with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act, and the organisational requirements
NZQA: 6400, 6401, 6402

This one-day course (with required pre-learning) is designed for senior secondary school students looking to develop advanced first aid skills.

It builds confidence to respond to real-world emergency situations at school, work, or in the community.

What You’ll Learn

You will gain the knowledge and confidence to respond to a range of medical emergencies involving more than one person. This includes how to assess and manage patients experiencing:

  • Shock, bleeding, and burns

  • Fractures and soft tissue injuries

  • Poisoning, heart attack, asthma, stroke, seizure, and diabetes

You’ll also learn essential life-saving skills such as CPR and how to assist someone who is choking (foreign body airway obstruction).

Course Delivery

The course is delivered in a blended format — you’ll complete some learning online before attending a one-day, practical, hands-on training session. The in-person training uses real-life scenarios to build your confidence and teamwork skills in responding to emergencies.

NZQA: 497, 30265

This one-day foundational health and safety course provides students with the essential knowledge to understand key roles, duties, and responsibilities.

It also equips learners with practical skills to identify workplace hazards, assess and manage risks, and apply effective controls relevant to their job role, supporting a safer work environment.

 

NZQA: 497, 17593, 30265, 17592

This two-day course is designed to give secondary school students a strong foundation in workplace health and safety.

It helps them prepare for entry into the workforce with confidence and awareness.

What You’ll Learn

Through interactive training and real-world scenarios, learners will gain the knowledge and practical skills to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements (US 497)

  • Identify and describe hazardous substances in the workplace (US 17593)

  • Apply health and safety risk assessment to a job role (US 30265)

  • Identify and describe the role of a health and safety representative (US 17592)

These unit standards are valuable across a wide range of industries and support a safe, responsible approach to entering the workforce.

Course Delivery

The course uses a blended learning model. Students complete engaging pre-learning through our digital platform before attending two full days of in-person training at our purpose-built facility. The hands-on sessions reinforce learning with practical activities and teamwork.

 

Train Like the Pros at Our Purpose-Built Facility

We encourage you to bring your students to our facility so they can experience an industry-leading training environment that supports their learning journey and career exploration in the construction sector.

Experience what it’s like to be on a real job site! This course can be delivered at our industry-standard training facility, designed to give you hands-on experience in a safe and supportive environment. You’ll take part in practical exercises that reflect real construction work, helping you build confidence, learn new skills, and understand what it takes to stay safe on site. It’s a great way to get a feel for the industry and take your first step toward a career in construction.

Certification and Pathways

On successful completion, students will receive NZQA credits and a Workplace Safety training certificate. This Gateway course supports pathways into construction, trades, infrastructure, manufacturing, retail, and other sectors where health and safety knowledge is essential.

We encourage you to bring your students to our industry-standard training facility to give them the best possible start in today’s working environment.

NZQA: 497, 30265, 23229, 25045

This two-day interactive course is designed for senior secondary school students interested in exploring a career in the construction or infrastructure industries.

It introduces essential health and safety principles with a specific focus on safe working at heights.

What You’ll Learn

Through practical activities and real-world scenarios, you will learn how to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements (US 497)
  • Apply health and safety risk assessment to a job role (US 30265)
  • Use a safety harness for personal fall prevention when working at height (US 23229)
  • Employ height safety equipment in the workplace (US 25045)

This course builds your understanding of key construction safety procedures and prepares you for entry-level roles or further industry training.

Course Delivery

The course is delivered over two full days at your site or ours and includes hands-on, scenario-based learning using industry-standard safety equipment. Students are supported by experienced instructors who create an engaging and supportive learning environment.

Train Like the Pros at Our Purpose-Built Facility

We encourage you to bring your students to our facility so they can experience an industry-leading training environment that supports their learning journey and career exploration in the construction sector.

Experience what it’s like to be on a real job site! This course can be delivered at our industry-standard training facility, designed to give you hands-on experience in a safe and supportive environment. You’ll take part in practical exercises that reflect real construction work, helping you build confidence, learn new skills, and understand what it takes to stay safe on site. It’s a great way to get a feel for the industry and take your first step toward a career in construction.

Certification and Pathways

Upon successful completion, you will receive NZQA credits and a Construction Safety training certificate. This Gateway programme supports future pathways into apprenticeships, trade training, and entry-level employment in the construction and infrastructure sectors.

NZQA: 3534

This is a 16-week course, completed through our online learning platform. You will be supported with a dedicated facilitator through zoom sessions, digital content, workplace activities and discussion boards.

The purpose of this programme is to provide New Zealand workplaces with people that have the skills and knowledge to promote and monitor health and safety practices and procedures, and create a positive health and safety culture in the workplace.

 

Enrolling now for our February 2026 Intake!

Next Course Start Date: Monday 23rd February.

 

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Communicate job specific health and safety requirements and practices in accordance with legislative requirements, industry specific codes of practice, and standards to a team in a specific business operation.
  • Lead consultative and participation processes that involve workers in the development of job specific health and safety policies and procedures for a team in a specific business operation.
  • Supervise the implementation of and monitor the maintenance of organisational and job specific health and safety policies and procedures for a team in a specific business operation.
  • Apply knowledge of incident causation models to investigate an incident and prepare a report that complies with organisational and legislative requirements, and make recommendations to improve workplace incident investigation methods where appropriate.
  • Describe and apply health and safety requirements for the various jobs and teams in their workplace, in accordance with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015.
  • Prepare plans for drug hazard inspections in relation to drug and/or alcohol use in the workplace.
  • Explain and carry out the process of on-site drug screening in the workplace.
  • Identify relevant health and safety risks and apply practicable controls.
  • Promote beneficial health and safety practices for a specific team, with measurable results, in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • Create and apply a health and safety plan for a team to meet the organisations operational requirements.
  • Identify and coordinate health and safety requirements, in accordance with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act, and the organisational requirements.

 

 

Course overview

OHS401 Health and Safety: Requirements and Practices (30 credits)

This course develops learners’ knowledge of occupational health and safety statutory obligations, roles, and responsibilities so they can lead and implement high standards of health and safety management systems. The course will also develop learners’ ability to identify hazards and controls for the workplace environment. Learners will explore theories of incident causation and prevention and gain the knowledge and skills to communicate and apply safe work strategies.

OHS 402 Safety Management Systems Audit (20 credits)

This course develops learners’ knowledge of New Zealand occupational health and safety management standards so they are able to perform an audit to evaluate and analyse the OHS management system in an organisation and recommend an improvement process.

OHS 403 Hazard Management System: Risk Mitigation and Safety Risk (10 credits)

This course develops learners’ knowledge of hazards and controls in the workplace employing a risk management framework. Learners will learn about safety inspection skills and incident investigation process so they can develop, implement and monitor a hazard management system, for a selected business operation, and apply appropriate legislation and regulations.

 

Student commitment

  • This course is delivered fully online
  • This is a full-time course over 16 weeks
  • 11hrs approx. directed live online classes per week
  • 9.5hrs approx. practical demonstration activities per week
  • 17hrs approx. self-directed learning (SDL) activities per week

 

As is demonstrated above re learning hours per week; this is an intensive, 16-week programme of study featuring approx. 37 learning hours weekly for 16 weeks. Students must ensure they are organised and available to engage in activities weekly.

 

Compulsory Components of the Course

  • 80% attendance at scheduled weekly online classes
  • 150hrs of demonstrated practical experience (Practical experience agreement must be evidenced/signed in triplicate (practical supervisor, tutor and student) prior to engaging practical activities)

 

Delivery Mode

  • 100% online delivery
    • Featuring synchronous/directed learning, SDL, and practical activities

 

 

Required resources

To be purchased in addition to the course – due to copyright restrictions we are unable to provide these resources.

AS/NZS ISO 31000:2009

AS/NZS 4804:2001

 

Credit Recognition Transfer (CRT)

CRT is recognizing a learners currently held NZQA unit standards which may be transferred to a Besafe Training New Zealand Certificate programme.

NZQA Guidelines

Student’s current unit standards may be transferred if:

  • There is an exact match of the unit standards on the learner’s New Zealand Qualification Framework.
  • The unit standard must have been gained within the last 2 years – or evidence of currency must be provided.
  • Examples of evidence – Letter of attestation, certificates of professional development, certificate of attendance
NZQA: 17601

Workplace accidents and incidents don’t just happen—they are signals that something needs to change. This course gives you the skills to respond with confidence, uncover root causes, and take action to prevent recurrence. Ideal for health and safety representatives, team leaders, and those responsible for compliance, this training provides a structured and practical approach to incident investigation.

Why Incident Investigation Matters
Many workplace injuries are preventable. Often, organisations fail to retain or apply lessons from past incidents, and crucial evidence can be lost if investigations are delayed. This course ensures you understand the importance of timely and professional investigations to improve workplace safety and meet your legal obligations.

What You’ll Learn

  • Why workplace incidents must be reported and investigated

  • Key concepts of multiple causation and root-cause analysis

  • How to conduct a structured incident investigation using a hypothetical scenario

  • How to write a clear, evidence-based investigation report

 

What You’ll Achieve

  • NZQA Unit Standard 17601: Demonstrate knowledge of workplace incident investigation

  • Confidence to conduct and document effective workplace investigations

  • A valuable skillset for compliance, safety leadership, and continuous improvement

 

Delivery Options

  • Online: Flexible, self-paced eLearning

  • Training Centre: Delivered at Besafe’s facilities in Auckland

  • Onsite: We bring the training to your workplace

 

English Language Requirements
All learners must have an adequate understanding of written and spoken English to participate.

NZQA: 497

The Besafe Site Passport is available online or delivered in the classroom by one of our experienced tutors. After this course you will be able to keep yourself and others safe by; implementing and understanding how to manage hazards and risks, knowing your legal health and safety requirements and being a critical thinker around Health and Safety.

This course has been developed with all workers in mind. You will work through the course at your own pace and complete the ‘open book’ NZQA unit standard assessment. You will need to allow up to 24 hours for your assessment to be marked by one of our assessors at which point you will be issued your certificate if successful.

 

What you will learn on the Besafe Site Passport course:

 

Legal rights and responsibilities for workplace health and safety

  • Responsibilities of PCBU’s under the HSWA
  • Responsibilities and rights of workers under the HSWA

Hazards/risks

  • What are hazards and risks?
  • Hazards and risks in your workplace
  • Hierarchy of control

Health and Safety Systems

  • Training
  • Worker participation
  • Incident and hazard reporting
  • Hazard management
  • Emergency procedures

 

What you will achieve:
  • NZQA unit standard 497
  • Besafe Site Passport

 

Manage risks to maintain a safe site!

New Zealand has a high rate of workplace illnesses, injuries and fatalities. We’re focused on teaching and supporting excellent workplace health and safety standards and attitudes.

Managing risks at work doesn’t need to be a burden, complex or costly to implement or document. But you must take positive action to make a situation safer, and apply the most appropriate and reasonable control measure.

 

Sample the course now:

Considering online training but still not sure that it will work for you?
  • Check out this short demo video to see how easy it is – Demo Video
  • Dedicated tutor support available via email and phone
  • Courses developed to ensure learners are successful with their assessment – 99% success rate
  • Sign in and out of the course as it suits you – your course on your schedule
  • No time-limit to complete the course
  • Every course has a ‘Nuts and Bolts’ page with guidance on how to use the course

 

 

The BeSafe Guarantee for online courses

We are so confident that you will be satisfied with your online BeSafe course that we will happily refund 100% of the course fee if you are not satisfied. See T’s & C’s

NZQA: 497, 30265

The Besafe Site Passport Risk Management is available online or delivered in the classroom by one of our experienced tutors. The course includes the Passport Essentials with an additional focus on risk management. After this course you will be able to keep yourself and others safe by; implementing and understanding how to manage hazards and risks, knowing your legal health and safety requirements and being a critical thinker around health and safety.

 

 

Considering online training but still not sure that it will work for you?

  • Check out this short demo video to see how easy it is – Demo Video
  • Dedicated tutor support available via email and phone
  • Courses developed to ensure learners are successful with their assessment – 99% success rate
  • Sign in and out of the course as it suits you – your course on your schedule
  • No time-limit to complete the course
  • Every course has a ‘Nuts and Bolts’ page with guidance on how to use the course

 

 

The BeSafe Guarantee for online courses

We are so confident that you will be satisfied with your online BeSafe course that we will happily refund 100% of the course fee if you are not satisfied. See T’s & C’s

NZQA: No modules

The Tier 1 Foundation Health & Safety Construct Safe assessment is delivered as an online test and consists of 50 questions that relate to basic health and safety and is designed for everyone working on a construction site.

Questions are either ‘multi-choice’ or ‘point and click’ and have audio to eliminate language barriers.

Assessments are conducted in accredited test centres by accredited testing supervisors.

Book your Construct Safe Tier 1 assessment now.

NZQA: No modules

An assessment aligned to the industry H&S standard for coal face leaders (e.g.leading hands, foremen). Specifically aimed at site based leaders of small teams of construction workers.

CHASNZ require workers attempting this level of assessment to have undertaken training in line with the LeadSafe Supervisors 2 day course or others as per 1.2 of the Constructsafe Health and Safety Competency – Supervisors Framework

 

If you do not hold the required training, find out more about the Leadsafe Supervisors course

NZQA: No modules

NZQA Unit Standards 31290 & 31293 – Meets Regulation 4.5 Training Requirements

This one-day in-person course equips learners with the essential knowledge and skills to safely handle, store, and manage hazardous substances in the workplace. Aligned to NZQA unit standards and Regulation 4.5 of the Health and Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulations 2017, the course supports compliance for both individuals and organisations who work with hazardous chemicals.

It is also a preparatory step for those requiring Certified Handler Certification—a requirement for those working with class 6.1A and 6.1B substances. While certification is issued separately by an Approved Compliance Certifier, this course meets the formal training component required before an application can be made.

What You’ll Learn

  • Legal obligations under the HSWA and Hazardous Substances Regulations
  • Key roles and responsibilities in managing chemical safety
  • Hazard classification, labelling, and safety data sheets (SDS)
  • Risk assessment and control measures for hazardous substances
  • Storage, segregation, and disposal of hazardous chemicals
  • Emergency procedures and spill response protocols
  • Knowledge requirements for Certified Handler applications

Unit Standards Achieved

  • NZQA 31290 – Demonstrate knowledge of hazardous substances in the workplace (Level 3, 4 credits)
  • NZQA 31293 – Demonstrate knowledge of the safe management and handling of hazardous substances (Level 3, 4 credits)

Certified Handler Certification

  • This course provides the formal training required prior to applying for Certified Handler Certification.
  • Certification is granted seperately by a registered Compliance Certifier following assessment of competency and workplace application.

Delivery

  • Delivered in person at Besafe Training Centres (Wiri or Albany) or onsite at your workplace
  • Duration: 1 Day
NZQA: ConstructSafe Preparation

The online Foundation Toolbox is a flexible, self-paced version of our CHASNZ/ConstructSafe-aligned course. Designed to provide essential health and safety knowledge, it supports learners preparing for work in the New Zealand construction environment — anytime, anywhere.

Why Complete the Foundation Toolbox?
This course helps construction businesses and workers meet the recommended Site Access Requirements Guidelines, which outline how to manage site access and ensure all workers possess a foundational level of health and safety knowledge.
Workers who are new to the New Zealand construction sector or who haven’t received structured training are strongly advised to complete a recognised foundation course. Site managers and employers are expected to confirm that workers have received appropriate training.
The Foundation Toolbox course is one of the endorsed options for meeting this requirement.

Site_Access_Requirements_A4_V2.0.pdf

What You’ll Learn:

  • Key concepts in health and safety foundations (Parts 1 & 2)

  • Safe practices for working at height, mobile plant, site traffic, and utilities

  • Managing chemicals and hazardous substances

  • Emergency procedures and response

  • Confined and restricted space awareness

  • Engaging videos, knowledge checkpoints, and interactive exercises guided by ‘Rawhiti’

Course Delivery:

  • Format: 100% online through Besafe’s eLearning platform

  • Duration: Approx. 4 hours (self-paced – complete in your own time)

  • Requirements: Access to a device with internet; learning can be paused and resumed at your convenience

 

Considering online training but still not sure that it will work for you?

  • Check out this short demo video to see how easy it is – Demo Video
  • Dedicated tutor support available via email and phone
  • Courses developed to ensure learners are successful with their assessment – 99% success rate
  • Sign in and out of the course as it suits you – your course on your schedule
  • No time-limit to complete the course
  • Every course has a ‘Nuts and Bolts’ page with guidance on how to use the course

 

The BeSafe Guarantee for online courses

We are so confident that you will be satisfied with your online BeSafe course that we will happily refund 100% of the course fee if you are not satisfied. See T’s & C’s

 

NZQA: ConstructSafe Preparation

The Foundation Toolbox is a CHASNZ/ConstructSafe-aligned in-person course of nine interactive modules. It’s designed to introduce new and experienced site workers to essential health and safety principles in the New Zealand construction environment.

Why Complete the Foundation Toolbox?
This course helps construction businesses and workers meet the recommended Site Access Requirements Guidelines, which outline how to manage site access and ensure all workers possess a foundational level of health and safety knowledge.
Workers who are new to the New Zealand construction sector or who haven’t received structured training are strongly advised to complete a recognised foundation course. Site managers and employers are expected to confirm that workers have received appropriate training.
The Foundation Toolbox course is one of the endorsed options for meeting this requirement.

Site_Access_Requirements_A4_V2.0.pdf

What You’ll Learn:

  • Fundamentals of general health and safety (Parts 1 & 2)

  • Safe work practices for working at height, mobile plant, site traffic, and utilities

  • Managing chemicals and hazardous substances

  • Emergency preparedness and response

  • Confined and restricted space awareness

  • Includes interactive exercises and knowledge checkpoints supported by ‘Rawhiti’

 

Course Delivery:

  • Format: In-person classroom session

 

NZQA: 30265

In-Person or Online: This engaging and practical course equips learners with the skills to identify, assess, and manage health and safety risks in the workplace. Whether completed online at your own pace or in-person with a Besafe tutor, this course provides real-world tools to help you keep your site and team safe. Aligned with NZQA Unit Standard 30265, it is ideal for anyone responsible for managing risks in their role.

Why Complete This Course?
New Zealand has one of the highest rates of workplace injury and illness in the developed world. Effective risk management is essential—not only to meet legal obligations but to prevent harm. This course helps you build confidence in taking practical, proactive steps to identify hazards, implement appropriate controls, and monitor workplace safety without unnecessary complexity.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Roles, rights, and responsibilities related to workplace risk

  • How to identify hazards and assess risk

  • Applying the Plan–Do–Check–Act risk management model

  • Selecting and applying effective control measures

  • Monitoring and reviewing existing controls

  • Carrying out a practical risk assessment relevant to your work

Course Delivery Options:

  • In-Person: 1-day course delivered at a Besafe training centre or on-site (includes theory + practical assessment)

  • Online: Self-paced digital course via Besafe’s eLearning platform (interactive content, tutor support, and online assessment)

  • Assessment: Required for both formats and includes written and applied task-based components

 

NZQA: No modules

Stay current and compliant by refreshing your knowledge of workplace risk management with this online refresher course. Designed for individuals who have previously completed NZQA Unit Standard 30265, this course provides a quick and effective way to renew your understanding and ensure you’re applying best-practice safety principles in your workplace.

Whether you’re overseeing teams, working in high-risk environments, or responsible for implementing risk controls, this course ensures your knowledge is up to date and aligned with current health and safety expectations.

What You’ll Refresh

  • Rights and Responsibilities under NZ health and safety law
  • Risk Management and Hazard Identification
  • PLAN: Identifying Hazards and Risks
  • DO: Applying Controls and Procedures
  • CHECK: Monitoring Controls
  • ACT: Responding to New or Escalated Risks

What You’ll Achieve

  • Refreshed competency in NZQA Unit Standard 30265
  • A renewed certificate of completion

Who Should Refresh

  • Workers previously certified in NZQA 30265
  • Health & safety reps, site supervisors, or team leaders
  • Anyone required to maintain current risk management skills in their role

Delivery Method

  • 100% Online
  • Self-paced learning
  • Access your course anytime, anywhere

 

NZQA: 29315

This course provides Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to effectively represent workers and contribute to a safer, more proactive health and safety culture. Whether delivered online or in-person by one of our expert tutors, this course ensures your team understands their responsibilities and can take meaningful action.

Course Overview

Learners will explore the key functions and powers of a Health and Safety Representative under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 and its regulations. The course equips learners to support their teams, identify and manage risks, and engage constructively with management.

For online learners, the course includes interactive modules with real-world examples and access to an assessor for support during office hours.

What You’ll Learn

  • The purpose, role, and powers of Health and Safety Representatives in the workplace

  • How HSRs act as advocates for worker health and safety

  • The legal duties of PCBUs and WorkSafe NZ towards HSRs

  • Effective risk management and communication with workers and management

  • How and when to issue a Provisional Improvement Notice (PIN)

  • The process and authority to direct unsafe work to cease

Course Delivery Options

  • Online – Self-paced with engaging, interactive content and assessor support during business hours

  • In-Person – Delivered by industry-qualified trainers with practical insights and group discussions

    • At our Albany or Wiri training centres

    • At your site (for company bookings)

 

 

Considering online training but still not sure that it will work for you?

  • Check out this short demo video to see how easy it is – Demo Video
  • Dedicated tutor support available via email and phone
  • Courses developed to ensure learners are successful with their assessment – 99% success rate
  • Sign in and out of the course as it suits you – your course on your schedule
  • No time-limit to complete the course
  • Every course has a ‘Nuts and Bolts’ page with guidance on how to use the course

 

The BeSafe Guarantee for online courses

We are so confident that you will be satisfied with your online BeSafe course that we will happily refund 100% of the course fee if you are not satisfied. See T’s & C’s

NZQA: 29315

This course equips Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) working in aged care facilities with the essential knowledge and skills to represent their colleagues and advocate for safe working environments. Designed with the aged care context in mind, it focuses on the unique risks and responsibilities found in healthcare and residential care settings—ensuring residents, caregivers, nurses, cleaners, support staff, and visitors remain safe.

Whether you’re new to the HSR role or seeking to formalise your experience, this course will empower you to communicate effectively, manage risks, and act confidently within your legal rights and responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015.

What You’ll Learn

  • The role and function of a Health and Safety Representative in a New Zealand aged care setting

  • How to represent and advocate for worker safety while supporting a person-centred care culture

  • The responsibilities of PCBUs (Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking) and the role of WorkSafe NZ

  • How to identify, report, and manage risks in environments with vulnerable residents

  • The processes and powers for:

    • Issuing a Provisional Improvement Notice (PIN)

    • Directing unsafe work to cease—when and how to act

 

NZQA Unit Standard

  • 29315 – Describe the role and functions of the Health and Safety Representative in a New Zealand workplace

 

Tailored for the Aged Care Environment

Examples, case studies, and discussion topics are aligned to the challenges and priorities faced in:

  • Residential aged care and retirement villages

  • Dementia care units

  • In-home care and support services

  • Healthcare and nursing team environments

 

Delivery Options

  • Onsite Delivery at your aged care facility – ideal for group bookings

Why Choose This Course

  • Delivered by expert trainers

  • Practical, relevant, and aligned to the realities of caregiving work

  • NZQA-accredited and meets legislative requirements

 

Create safer, more supportive workplaces where both staff and residents thrive.

Book now and empower your team’s HSRs.


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