What We Do: Practical Solutions, Real Results
We specialise in developing and supporting workplace health and safety systems that are easy to use and deliver long-term value. From warehouse safety audits to Take 5 tools and bespoke safety programmes, we help you embed safety into your everyday operations.
Custom Health and Safety Systems
We design practical, business-specific solutions from checklists and field tools to full health and safety management systems that empower your team and fit how you work.
Incident Investigation & Risk Assessment
We dig into the root causes and work with you to implement controls that reduce the chance of future incidents, turning lessons into prevention.
Audits and Audit Preparation
We can assist in preparing your business for compliance audits, help you meet ISO 45001 – the new ISO standard for occupational health and safety – and we can assist with both SafePlus audit preparation and your audit.
Policy Development & SOPs
Clear, tailored health and safety policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) that guide consistent actions, improve clarity, and help meet operational and legislative expectations.
Expert Advice and Consulting
We provide you with all the advice and guidance you and your business need to easily navigate legislative health and safety requirements.
Hazard and Risk Assessment and Reviews
We assess and provide a hazard and risk review to assist you in developing a comprehensive risk register that includes practical controls.
Health and Safety Audits
Identify gaps and strengthen your systems with in-depth safety audits and reviews. Our team can help support you with; audit preparation, site observations, reporting aligned with regulatory expectations, good practice and much more.
Documenting Standard Operating Procedures
We help you develop simple, clear operating procedures and instructions that are easy to follow, building you a bank of ideal reference documents that can also be utilised as training material.
Training & Engagement
Our training programmes are interactive, accessible, and designed to build confidence. From Take 5 to role-specific workshops, we make safety relevant and easy to apply.
Why Choose Smart Safety Solutions?
We combine deep industry knowledge with a straight-talking, partnership-based approach. Our team understands that safety systems must be effective without being a burden. That’s why we focus on what works, practical tools, actionable insights, and long-term improvements that make a difference.
Our clients choose us because we:
- Deliver practical, business-specific solutions
- Understand the New Zealand regulatory environment
- Provide ongoing support, not just a report
Bring experience across sectors including warehousing, construction, logistics, healthcare, manufacturing, and more
Our People, Your Safety Partners
Smart Safety Solutions is led by industry professionals Steve Schroder and Susan Rhodes, who bring decades of experience in health and safety consultancy, auditing, and strategic safety leadership. Together with our extended team, we are proud to support businesses across Auckland and throughout Aotearoa.