What online health and safety courses are available?

Safety 'n Action offers one of New Zealand's largest ranges of online workplace safety courses, including Hazard and Risk Management, Health and Safety Representative (HSR), Fire and Emergency Warden, Hazardous Substances, Asbestos Awareness, Confined Space Refreshers, Permit to Work, Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), Construction Site Access, Hearing Conservation, Workplace Ergonomics, Truck Driver Fatigue Management, Drugs and Alcohol Management, Conflict De-escalation and Workplace Assessor Training. New online courses are regularly added to meet changing industry needs.

What are the benefits of online workplace safety training?

Online health and safety training offers many advantages including studying at your own pace, learning anytime day or night, reducing travel costs, minimising time away from work, consistent training across multiple locations, interactive learning experiences, flexible staff onboarding, easy access for remote workers and support for ongoing compliance and refresher training.

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Online Health and Safety eLearning That Fits Around Your Work

Looking for flexible online health and safety training? Safety 'n Action's eLearning courses make it easy for individuals and businesses across New Zealand to build workplace safety knowledge anytime, anywhere.

Our interactive online courses are designed by industry experts and cover a wide range of workplace health and safety topics, helping learners understand their responsibilities and develop practical skills that can be applied on the job. Study at your own pace, reduce time away from work, and access quality training when it suits your schedule.

Whether you're completing mandatory workplace training, refreshing your training or onboarding new staff, our eLearning solutions provide a convenient and engaging way to stay informed and support a safer workplace.

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Online Accident and Event Investigation

Understand why and how accidents occur and the legal obligations and corrective actions required when investigating an incident. Unit standards covered: 17601
- Face to Face
Online Asbestos Awareness

If you or your team work in the construction industry or any sort of demolition or refurbishment then you will need to be aware of when and where you could be exposed to Asbestos.
- Face to Face
Certified Handler Preparation Online

Designed for those intending to apply for Certified Handler certification. Covers: – Requirements for Certified Handlers – Hazardous substances relevant to your role – Emergency procedures involving those substances Note: Completing this unit alone does not qualify you as a Certified Handler. Additional industry-specific training may be required based on the substances and equipment involved. Delivered online with support from a qualified trainer.
Online Chemical Safety at Work Awareness

Understanding hazardous substances, recognising risks, and working safely with chemicals in the workplace.
Online Confined Space and Gas Detection Refresher

Refresh your knowledge and technical skills to effectively plan, observe and safely enter a confined space. Refresh Optional Unit standards: 17599, 18426, 25510, 3058, 19207, and 18037 Students must have units reported previously on their NZQA Record of Achievement to be refreshed on this training course
- Face to Face
Online Conflict De-escalation Awareness

Learn essential conflict awareness and de-escalation techniques, including recognising early warning signs, managing emotional responses, applying safe communication strategies, and understanding how workplace culture and legal obligations influence conflict situations.
Online Construction Site Access

Demonstrate knowledge of and carry out health and safety procedures for a building construction site. Unit standard covered: 21209
- Face to Face
Online Coordinated Incident Management System (CIMS)

Gain essential knowledge of New Zealand’s Coordinated Incident Management System (CIMS) through a flexible online learning experience.
- Face to Face
Online Drugs and Alcohol Management

Gain the knowledge and skills to effectively address drug and alcohol challenges, ensuring a safe and compliant workplace Unit standards covered: 22316
Online Facilitate Learning Sessions

This course develops the skills needed to facilitate engaging, learner-led training sessions for adult learners. Unit standards covered: 7097
- Face to Face
Online Fire and Emergency Warden

Gain the knowledge and skills to carry out an effective fire and emergency plan. Unit standard covered: 18408
- Face to Face
Online Fire and Emergency Warden Refresher

Ensure your knowledge as a Fire and Emergency Warden is up to date with the latest industry standards. Refresh unit standard: 18408 Students must have units reported previously on their NZQA Record of Achievement to be refreshed on this training course
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Online Fire Extinguisher Refresher

Refresh your knowledge in the operation of different types of fire extinguishers and fire suppression techniques used in the workplace. Refresh unit standards: 3271 and 4647 Students must have units reported previously on their NZQA Record of Achievement to be refreshed on this training course
- Face to Face
Online Hazard & Risk Management

Effective hazard and risk management reduces the chance of harm occurring, resulting in a safer and more productive workplace for you and your team. Unit standards covered: 30265 and 497
- Face to Face
Online Hazard & Risk Management Refresher

Ensure your knowledge of Hazard and Risk Management, combined with the application of Safe Work Practices, is up to date with the latest industry standards. Unit standards available to refresh: 30265 and 497
- Face to Face
Online Hazard and Risk Management, PR & PI Refresher

Refresh your existing knowledge and use practical activities to reinforce your skills and ability to identify and manage the level of risk associated with workplace hazards and permit to work. Refresh unit standards: 497, 30265, 17590, 17588 Students must have units reported previously on their NZQA Record of Achievement to be refreshed on this training course
- Face to Face
Online Hazardous Substances Basics

Understand how to work safely with hazardous substances found in the workplace. Unit standard covered: 31292
- Face to Face
Online Hazardous Substances for Managers and Supervisors

Build the knowledge needed to safely manage hazardous substances in your workplace with this flexible, self-paced online course. Designed for managers and supervisors, it covers classification systems, risk controls, and legal responsibilities to support safe handling, storage, and compliance.
- Face to Face
Online Health and Safety Representative: Initial

Empower your Health and Safety Representatives (HSRs) with effective training and support to fulfil their responsibilities and duties. Unit standard covered: 29315
- Face to Face
Online Hearing Conservation

Learn how to identify and manage the risk and hazards associated with hearing loss. Unit standard covered: 17594
- Face to Face
Online Heights Legislation

Gain the skills to identify and control hazards when working at heights Unit standard 17600
Online Height Safety Refresher

Refresh your understanding of the legal requirements and management of proprietary height safety systems and procedures. Refresh units 17600, 23229, 25045 and 15757 Students must have units reported previously on their NZQA Record of Achievement to be refreshed on this training course
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Online Health & Safety Legislation

Stay on top of evolving legislation with our Online Health and Safety Legislation course. Ensure your organisation remains compliant with the latest regulations, reducing legal risks and promoting a culture of safety. Describe duties, rights, representation, and the regulator in terms of New Zealand health and safety legislation. Unit standard covered: 30264
- Face to Face
Online Isolations Awareness Seminar

Build essential awareness of isolations and Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) to help prevent hazardous energy incidents. This online seminar covers isolation types, zero-energy verification, key roles, and the steps for safe isolation and reinstatement.
Learn how to safely lock out and tag out machinery
Isolations (lockout tagout) Online

Safeguard your workforce by effectively applying isolations to workplace activities, which prevent risk of exposure to dangerous hazards and power sources Unit standard covered: 25043
- Face to Face
Online Prevention of Back Injury

Understand how the body functions and how to use the correct techniques to prevent back injury in the workplace. Unit standard covered: 17592
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Online PCBU Health & Safety Awareness

Everyone has a role in workplace safety. Our Online PCBU Health and Safety Awareness course ensures that everyone in your organisation understands their responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act, promoting a culture of safety and compliance.
Online Permit Issuer

Gain a comprehensive understanding of Permit Issuer procedures to ensure you have the controls in place to safely and effectively complete the task. Unit standard covered: 17590
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Online Permit Issuer Refresher

Refresh your knowledge and understanding of the Permit to Work system and responsibilities when issuing permits. Unit standard covered: 17590
Online Permit Receiver

Gain a comprehensive understanding of Permit Receiver procedures to ensure you have the controls in place to safely and effectively complete the task. Unit standard covered: 17588
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Online Permit Receiver Refresher

Refresh your understanding of Permit Receiver procedures to ensure you have the controls in place to safely and effectively complete the task.
Online Plan for Delivery of Learning Sessions for Adults

This course equips adult educators and trainers with the skills to plan and deliver effective learning sessions. Unit standards covered: 7093
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Online Strategies for Taming Stress - Awareness

Learn practical, everyday strategies to manage stress in a healthier way. This online course helps you recognise your triggers, build better coping habits, and feel more calm, focused, and in control.
Online Truck Driver Fatigue Management

Learn essential strategies to manage fatigue and stay alert on the road. This course equips truck drivers with practical tools and knowledge to enhance safety and reduce risks during long hauls.
Online Workplace Assessor Training

Develop the skills to prepare, conduct, administer, and review workplace assessments through a fully online course aligned to NZQA standards. Unit standard covered: 4098
- Face to Face
Online Workplace Safety Signs Awareness

In this interactive eLearning training, you will learn about workplace safety signage, the different types and colours of safety signage, and what they all mean.
Workplace Health and Safety Culture and Practices

Learn essential workplace health and safety culture and practices, including safe work procedures, effective communication, reporting requirements, and the role workplace culture plays in promoting safety. Unit standard covered: 30266
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Aspire2 Leadership Courses

Take a look at the range of Leadership short courses available online from Aspire2 eLearning Academy.
Design your workspace for comfort, safety, and peak performance.
Online Workplace Ergonomics Awareness

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Aspire2 Leadership Courses

Take a look at the range of Leadership short courses available online from Aspire2 eLearning Academy.

Online Health & Safety Training Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about online workplace health and safety eLearning in New Zealand.

Workplace health and safety eLearning is online training that allows individuals and businesses to complete safety courses at their own pace from any location. Safety 'n Action's interactive eLearning courses combine videos, graphics and assessments to help learners understand workplace health and safety responsibilities while reducing time away from work. Online learning is ideal for onboarding new employees, refresher training and meeting workplace compliance requirements.

Safety 'n Action offers one of New Zealand's largest ranges of online workplace safety courses, including:

Hazard and Risk Management
Health and Safety Representative (HSR)
Fire and Emergency Warden
Hazardous Substances
Asbestos Awareness
Confined Space Refreshers
Permit to Work
Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO)
Construction Site Access
Hearing Conservation
Workplace Ergonomics
Truck Driver Fatigue Management
Drugs and Alcohol Management
Conflict De-escalation
Workplace Assessor Training

New online courses are regularly added to meet changing industry needs.

Yes. Many workplace health and safety courses can be completed entirely online, allowing you to study whenever it suits your schedule. Safety 'n Action's self-paced eLearning platform gives learners access to interactive course materials from almost any internet-connected device, making it easy to fit training around work and personal commitments.

Yes. Many Safety 'n Action eLearning courses include nationally recognised NZQA unit standards where applicable. These courses are developed by industry experts to help individuals and organisations build practical workplace safety knowledge while supporting compliance with New Zealand health and safety requirements.

After enrolling, you'll receive login details to access Safety 'n Action's online learning portal. You can complete the training at your own pace, working through interactive learning modules, videos, knowledge checks and assessments. Once you've successfully completed the course requirements, you'll receive confirmation of completion and any applicable NZQA reporting or certification.

Online workplace safety training is suitable for employees, supervisors, managers, contractors, business owners and anyone responsible for workplace health and safety. It's commonly used across construction, manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, transport, healthcare, local government, education, agriculture, utilities and office environments.

Yes. Safety 'n Action provides flexible online training solutions for businesses of all sizes. Organisations can enrol individuals or entire teams, making eLearning an efficient option for staff onboarding, refresher training, compliance programmes and ongoing professional development while reducing travel and downtime.

Yes. Because courses are delivered online, learners can access their training from anywhere with an internet connection, including Kerikeri, Whangārei, Auckland, Hamilton, Morrinsville, Tauranga, Rotorua, Gisborne, Hastings, New Plymouth, Palmerston North, Wellington, Porirua, Lower Hutt, Nelson, Christchurch, Dunedin, Queenstown, Invercargill, and rural locations throughout New Zealand. This flexibility makes eLearning ideal for remote workers, national businesses and regional teams.

Online health and safety training offers many advantages, including:

Study at your own pace
Learn anytime, day or night
Reduce travel costs
Minimise time away from work
Consistent training across multiple locations
Interactive learning experiences
Flexible staff onboarding
Easy access for remote workers
Support ongoing compliance and refresher training

These benefits make eLearning a practical solution for both individuals and organisations.

Yes. Many Safety 'n Action online courses are designed specifically as refresher training, helping workers maintain competency and stay up to date with current legislation, industry standards and workplace procedures. Refresher courses are available across topics including confined spaces, fire and emergency wardens, hazard management, permit to work and height safety.

Yes. Many online courses are suitable for people with little or no previous experience, while others are designed for experienced workers completing refresher training or professional development. Each course clearly explains its purpose and any prerequisites, allowing learners to choose the option that best suits their experience and job role.

Safety 'n Action is one of New Zealand's leading workplace safety training providers, offering a comprehensive range of interactive online health and safety courses developed by experienced industry professionals. Our flexible eLearning platform allows learners to complete training anytime, anywhere while gaining practical knowledge that can be applied immediately in the workplace. Whether you're an individual looking to build new skills or a business training teams across New Zealand, our online courses provide an efficient, engaging and nationally recognised learning experience that supports safer workplaces across New Zealand.

Online Health and Safety eLearning That Fits Around Your Work

View our entire Safety eLearning Catalogue

Online Health & Safety Training Frequently Asked Questions

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