Creating Policies Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) ensures consistency, efficiency, and safety in your business operations. Whether manufacturing, baking, or accounting, well-documented SOPs help employees perform tasks safely, correctly, and cost-effectively every time.

Why Policies Matter

Health and Safety (H&S) policies are essential to establish clear expectations, responsibilities, and procedures for maintaining a safe workplace. They help businesses comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (HSWA), WorkSafe NZ requirements, and ISO 45001 standards, reducing the risk of workplace injuries, legal liabilities, and operational disruptions. A well-defined H&S policy fosters a strong safety culture, improves employee wellbeing, and enhances business reputation by demonstrating a commitment to proactive risk management and continuous improvement.

Why SOPs Matter

SOPs bridge the gap between training and real-world execution, providing clear instructions for workers while giving management confidence in safe, efficient, and repeatable processes. Key benefits include: ✔ Reducing training time ✔ Minimising errors & increasing productivity ✔ Preventing knowledge loss ✔ Enhancing safety & reducing incidents ✔ Ensuring compliance with legal & regulatory requirements

Not every task needs an SOP—choosing the right processes to document is critical. At Occupational Risk Solutions, we help businesses develop clear, practical SOPs tailored to their needs.