Noise Assessments/Exposure MonitoringNoise induced hearing loss is a common issue caused in the workplace, but it can be managed and preventable. If you think you might be exposing your workers to noise, ask us about our assessments!
Complete List of Services
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LOOP can assist by offering on-site assessments to ensure that your workplace will be aware of all legal requirements, and has all health and safety services up to date.
Workplace Wellness is a great incentive to maintain your workers' standards of health, and to ensure that their health is being cared for. We offer tailored screenings depending on what area of work you are in.
Certified Handler Training
We are SafePlus accredited providing tailored assessments and evaluations to aid in businesses health and safety practices
If you are unsure whether your policies are up to scratch, we can help you develop and maintain strong policies and practices
It is really important to ensure that your respirators fit your face correctly, if there are leaks it can directly impact your health. We can test your respirators when required to eliminate this risk.
MICRO SUCTION EAR WAX REMOVAL
Ear clinic Monday to Friday, appointments can be arranged outside of these hours if necessary.
20 minute appointments - $60
Click here to book an appointment online. Alternatively text Jo on 027 418 0303.
ABOUT EAR SUCTION;
Blocked ears can be very frustrating and can be caused by a range of issues, not just wax build up.
We have two qualified ear suction Registered Nurses available to visually inspect your ears and guide you on the best course of action for your individual circumstances.
If wax build up is the issue, micro suction will be used, along with any required ear tools to gently remove the wax.
We will also provide you guidance in after care treatment and prevention.
Ear camera available to use during appointment if necessary.
ACC FUNDING
Joanne is an accredited ACC provider, and can provide services to those who have ACC funded hearing loss. Please text Jo to book an ACC funded appointment.
Surcharge is $20.
MSD FUNDING
We are a Ministry of Social Development approved service. Payment is via your Green/Payment Card.
Feel free to come and collect a quote or email admin@loophs.co.nz for your quote to be emailed to you.
Commit2Fit RegisteredWe have two qualified and registered Respirator Fit Testers who are a part of the Commit2Fit Program. This displays good practice within the workplace and is endorsed by WorkSafeNZ.
Health Monitoring & WellnessWe offer the following services; Fitness to Work / Pre-employment screenings, Annual Health Monitoring and exit monitoring. Joanne is also able to prescribe NRT to support their 'Stop Smoking' quit attempt. To find out what services are included, please click 'learn more' below.
We offer a Hazardous Substances Training Course!
LOOP has partnered with other reputable businesses to offer training to help you meet section 4.5 of the Health and Safety at Work (Hazardous Substances) Regulation 2017.
Haz-Subs Training Limited has been established to solely provide online training options for organisations and industry. The main focus is for those using, storing, handling and manufacturing hazardous substances, but in the future we will also develop and offer other relevant online training, information and resources.
For face-to-face training, contact Jarrod using the "Contact Us" form.
To start with our online training, click on the link below to take you through to our training course!
Hazardous Substances
We're dedicated to helping you monitor hazardous substances in your workplace. We assist in locating safety data sheets, provide guidance on the development and maintenance of your inventory, offer strategies to minimise workplace risks effectively, as well as offering general information and knowledge relating to Hazardous Substances.
If you have any more questions or require more information please click below.
If you would like to get in touch with Jarrod to book his services, please click here.
Driver Medicals (DL9)
We understand that many GP's are often too busy to undertake driver medicals which are required by law when applying for special licenses.
Our process takes no longer than 30 minutes, and ensures that you are medically fit to drive.
Electrical Testing and Tagging
LOOP offers electrical testing and tagging of all portable appliances (PAT), and includes testing of 3 phase equipment.
We are fully mobile and come to your site, with the latest equipment to make testing efficient and as least disruptive as possible. There is no job too big or small, and we offer a unique approach to our testing that will save you money!
We also offer special pricing in January and February to students attending University Halls of Residence or Boarding School, who require their electrical items tested and tagged.
Click below to find out more information, or to get a quote.
Respirator Management Program & Fit Testing
Aligning with AS/NZS 1716:2012, Respiratory Protection Devices. Aligning with AS/NZS 1715:2009; Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protection equipment.
Both Jo and Jarrod are competent fit testers, both on the Commit2Fit register - Commit2Fit - New Zealand Occupational Hygiene Society (nzohs.org.nz).
If you need assistance or guidance with your respirator protection program, or just have a query, contact us and we will assist or point you in the right direction.
Health Monitoring & Wellness
We offer the following health monitoring and Wellness services;
Health
Spirometry (Lung Function) screening
Hearing Screening
Hep A & Hep B Vaccinations
Vision Acuity Screening
Musculoskeletal assessment
Fitness to Work / Pre-employment screening
Wellness
Cardiovascular health
Blood pressures
Blood glucose screening
Hep C Screening
Influenza Vaccinations
Joanne is now able to prescribe NRT to patients she comes across or works with to support their Stop Smoking quit attempt.
Workstation Ergonomic Assessments
Incorrectly set-up workstations can cause a lot more damage than good- it can increase health related risks.
Workstation Assessments can improve productivity, overall wellness, as well as reduce absences.
We offer full workstation ergonomic assessments with a complimentary report, action plan and handy tips/guides that will be provided following each assessment.
Each assessment takes roughly 20 minutes and is vital for wellbeing of staff. We have two qualified assessors available.
Contact us on jo@loophs.co.nz or admin@loophs.co.nz to book your workstation assessment today!
Noise Assessments
Exposure to loud noises within the workplace can have a great affect on hearing. It is a legal duty required by employers to ensure that workers aren't exposed to unsafe noise levels.
Jarrod completed his noise assessment competency requirements in 2017.
We offer preliminary noise assessments, and full detailed noise assessments.
These assessments include testing hearing protection, recommendations on noise reduction and controls, workplace/worker exposure, as well as workplace designs to minimise/reduce noise.
You will receive a report at the end of our findings, recommendations on noise reduction controls, and workplace design to minimise and reduce noise levels at the source.
If you have any questions, or would like to organise a noise assessment, flick us a message!
Training
From how to run Toolbox Talks, manage Health and Safety meetings, to specific training for Directors and Officers, we can develop training customed to your requirements. This can include Health and Safety Fundamental workshops for workers new to health and safety, respirator management programme training, hearing conservation programmes, hazardous substance training and many other topics.
FREE Health and Safety 'Together' Forum
Each quarter we run a FREE health and safety together forum for local businesses. This is designed to provide a forum for discussions on health and safety, with the attendees helping to set agenda topics for future forums. If you are interested in attending, please make contact so we can send you an agenda for the next forum.
About our Nurse
Joanne Graham is an Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner with a Degree in Nursing and a Postgraduate Diploma in Business and Administration (Occupational Health and Safety) from Massey University. She holds Graduate Status with the New Zealand Institute of Safety Management (NZISM) and is registered with HASANZ, endorsed by both ACC and WorkSafeNZ as an Occupational Health Nurse and General Health & Safety Practitioner.
Joanne’s diverse qualifications include and aren't limited to; being an Ear Nurse in the Ear Nurse Specialist Group of NZ, MSD-approved, a prescriber of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), a musculoskeletal risk assessor, and an accredited SafePlus assessor. As a member of the New Zealand Occupational Health Nurses Association, she is well-equipped to provide high-standard, evidence based health monitoring and safety services.
Joanne works closely with iwi and trusts to provide specialized mental health and disability services, ensuring support reaches those who need it most.
Health and Safety Consultancy
A strong Health and Safety culture within the workplace starts here. Are you confused with H&S regulations? We are able to help!
The team here at LOOP can assist by offering on-site assessments to ensure that your workplace will be aware of all legal requirements, and has all health and safety services up to date.
No business is too big or small, and we are dedicated to minimising workplace incidents. We would love to assist you in your Health and Safety journey- please get in touch today.
We can offer the following services;
Develop a full Health and Safety Manual with your business (collaborative)*
Site Specific Safety Plans (SSSP)
Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
Standard/Safe Operating Procedures (SOP)
Health and Safety Policies
Hazard / Risk Registers
HSNO Emergency Response Plans
Chemical Inventories (Hazardous Substances)
Contractor Audits
Workplace Safety Inspections
Health and Safety staff meeting
Manual Handling and WSA Assessments
*If requested we have templates available which can be customised to suit your business.