Free support - Earthquake workplace assessments

Free support  - Earthquake workplace assessments offer extended

Free seismic restraint for building contents assessment. These usually start at $499 plus GST. Offer applies to businesses in the Wellington CBD. Offer expires 16 December. 

We will check the integrity of seismic restraints and make recommendation to address any hazards we identify.

Please contact me if you would like us to assist with hazard assessment before you resume normal business operations.

Clean-up and hazard management

Here are a few tips to help get your business back to normal.

• Assume there may be hazards in your work place – such as downed ceiling tiles, spilled kitchen contents etc.

• Assume any exposed wires are live

• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment when cleaning up any spills

• Expect dust and dirt to be expelled from air-conditioning ducts when the aircon is switched back on

• Contact Survive- it if you require spill kits or PPE

Review and update

Large scale business interruption provides an opportunity to reflect and review:

• Is your Civil Defence and emergency equipment fit for purpose?

• Evacuation plans

• Business continuity plans

• Check contact lists are up to date

Human factors

Expect that some of your staff may be traumatised by recent events.

• Allow time to talk

• Book an earthquake safety training session

• Consider EAP if required