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Introduction to Managing Risk in Horticulture

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5th September @ 1:00 pm 5:00 pm

This workshop was developed specifically for the Horticulture sector. It is an introduction to managing risk in horticultural businesses and gives frontline managers and owners the tools they need to identify and control risks that may harm their workers.

Workshop outcomes for participants:

  • Understand the legal requirements for risk assessment
  • Define the key terms including hazard, harm, risk and risk controls
  • Explain the steps within the risk assessment process
  • Apply three specific tools to identify hazards
  • Define a critical risk and the importance of managing these
  • Understand what a safe system of work is and its importance

Complimentary course at no cost to the grower or packhouse. (Funded by HortNZ in partnership with ACC).

Date: Thursday, 5 September 2024
Time: 1-5pm
Location: Hotel Asburton, 11-35 Racecourse Road, Ashburton 7740
Cost: Free

To book your place(s) email genvavat@vzcnp.pb.am with HortNZ Ashburton in the subject line and list your attendees name + email addresses in the email. Please RSVP by Friday 9 August.

35/11 Racecourse Road
Ashburton, 7700 New Zealand
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0800 330 880
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