HSR Stage 1: Introduction to the HSR role

This course introduces students to the HSR role and helps them to understand the role and responsibilities as a representative and meet the minimum regulatory requirements for training.

HSR Stage 1: Introduction to the HSR role

Duration: 2 days
Unit Standard:

Unit #   Name Level 
Credits  
29315 Describe the role and functions of the Health and Safety Representative in a New Zealand workplace  3 2
30264 Describe duties, rights, representation and the regulator in terms of New Zealand health and safety legislation  3 3


This course introduces learners to the Health and Safety Representative (HSR) role. It equips learners with the skills and knowledge to fulfil their responsibilities and meet the minimum regulatory requirements for training.

  • Any employee elected or appointed as a HSR.
  • Managers who want to fully understand the role of the representative in their workplace.

Public courses – Book now

6 - 8 Apr 2026

1 day, 8:00 pm – 4:00 am

ChristchurchHornby Club

Hornby Club
17 Carmen Road
Christchurch

$645.00 excl. GST
6 - 8 Apr 2026

1 day, 8:00 pm – 4:00 am

WellingtonIMPAC Wellington Training Centre

IMPAC Wellington Training Centre
Level 11, Legal House, 101 Lambton Quay
Wellington

$645.00 excl. GST

4 places remaining

6 - 8 Apr 2026

1 day, 9:00 pm – 4:00 am

Online Webinar

$595.00 excl. GST
8 - 10 Apr 2026

1 day, 8:00 pm – 4:00 am

AucklandIMPAC Auckland Training Centre - Penrose

IMPAC Auckland Training Centre - Penrose
1 Rockridge Avenue
Auckland

$645.00 excl. GST

4 places remaining

8 - 10 Apr 2026

1 day, 8:30 pm – 4:30 am

WhangareiBarge Showgrounds Events Centre

Barge Showgrounds Events Centre
474 Maunu Road
Whangarei

$645.00 excl. GST
12 - 14 Apr 2026

1 day, 8:00 pm – 4:00 am

AucklandIMPAC Auckland Training Centre - Penrose

IMPAC Auckland Training Centre - Penrose
1 Rockridge Avenue
Auckland

$645.00 excl. GST
15 - 17 Apr 2026

1 day, 8:00 pm – 4:00 am

Palmerston NorthBentleys Motor Inn

Bentleys Motor Inn
67 Linton Street
Palmerston North

$645.00 excl. GST
15 - 17 Apr 2026

1 day, 8:00 pm – 4:00 am

AucklandIMPAC / Ara Auckland Airport Jobs & Skills Hub

IMPAC / Ara Auckland Airport Jobs & Skills Hub
10 Uenuku Way, Auckland Airport
Auckland

$645.00 excl. GST

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Further Study Options

Certificate in Applied Workplace H&S Practices L3
IMPAC’s programme is designed to provide students with a foundation of health and safety skills and knowledge for application in their workplace. Designed in consultation with New Zealand's health & safety practitioners, this Level 3 Certificate is designed as an achievable and attainable vocational qualification. On completion students will be awarded with the New Zealand Certificate in Workplace Health and Safety Practice - Level Three.

This course is includes a compulsory and elective module in the programme. To learn more click here and to enrol please click here.

This programme is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority under section 439 of the Education and Training Act 2020, and Impac Services Limited is accredited to provide it under section 441 of the Education and Training Act.

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