The University of Otago has a two-stage system for the safe management of contractors on site. This includes companies, sole traders, and consultants, not just individual employees.
Before being able to work on campus, contractors must be approved as health and safety compliant by the University’s Health & Safety Compliance team, which requires evidence of robust health and safety systems. Email contractors@otago.ac.nz for more details.
Once a contractor has been approved, employees of that contractor (including sole traders and consultants) must complete a health and safety induction so they understand the University’s practical health and safety requirements. Once they have been inducted, employees will receive a University ID card to show that they can work on campus.
If any sub-contractors need to be employed, these sub-contractors must also be University-approved (and attend an induction) before commencing work on campus.
Further information