🌲Forestry Regulations Updated: Occupational Health Checks and First Aid Now a Priority
Recent updates to New Zealand forestry regulations have reinforced the importance of occupational health checks and First Aid training for forestry workers. These changes are designed to ensure that workers in this high-risk industry are better protected, equipped, and prepared for emergencies.
At Industry Training Works, we are fully aligned with these regulatory changes and offer tailored services to help forestry businesses stay compliant and safeguard their teams.
What’s New
The updated forestry regulations emphasize:
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Mandatory First Aid training for onsite workers
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Regular occupational health checks to monitor worker fitness, manage risks, and identify early signs of work-related health issues
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Clear documentation and reporting requirements for both health and safety practices
These updates reflect the critical nature of forestry work, where injuries can have serious consequences, and timely intervention is essential.
How We Can Help
Industry Training Works offers comprehensive solutions for forestry companies, including:
1. First Aid Training
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Onsite or offsite courses customised for forestry operations
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Covers high-risk scenarios including chainsaw injuries, falls, and remote emergency responses
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Flexible scheduling to suit shift patterns and remote sites
2. Occupational Health Checks
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Standard health checks (medical questionnaire, blood pressure, BMI)
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Optional enhanced checks tailored to forestry work demands
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Can be scheduled onsite or at our clinic for convenience
3. Integrated Training Packages
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Combine First Aid for Forestry and health check
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Ensure regulatory compliance while minimising disruption to operations
Why It Matters
Forestry remains one of New Zealand’s most physically demanding and high-risk industries. Regular health monitoring and appropriate emergency preparedness not only protect workers but also improve productivity and demonstrate your commitment to compliance and workforce wellbeing.
By partnering with Industry Training Works, forestry employers can:
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Meet the latest regulatory requirements
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Ensure workers are trained and fit for purpose
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Reduce workplace risk and improve safety culture
Get Started
Don’t wait for an incident to highlight gaps in your health and safety practices. Industry Training Works can tailor a plan for your forestry team that ensures compliance and protects your people.
📞 Contact our team today to discuss your training and occupational health check needs.
📞 0800 489 5669 | ✉️ itw@itw.org.nz
Industry Training Works — keeping New Zealand’s forestry workforce safe, skilled, and healthy.