Retired WorkSafe Inspector Shares His Experiences | Health & Safety Unplugged S4 E5

Shane Strode-Penny, a retired inspector from WorkSafe NZ, is now enjoying retirement but remains busy with consulting and volunteering. He is known for sharing his insights and experiences on the NZHSP Facebook group. Shane believes that inspectors should receive more recognition for their work and that the regulator should nominate inspectors for awards. He also highlights the importance of training inspectors with fact-based and physical training, rather than relying solely on online courses. Shane suggests increasing the number of inspectors and improving support in the offices. He emphasizes the need for the regulator to focus on education and enforcement. The conversation covers various topics related to the challenges and issues within the WorkSafe regulator. Some key themes include the lack of consultation and communication with stakeholders, the need for practical and sensible regulations, the importance of change management, the value of support officers, the need for more case law and prosecutions, and the role of industry experience in the inspectorate. The conversation also touches on personal highlights and experiences, as well as the future of WorkSafe and other regulatory bodies in New Zealand. #WorkSafeNZ #consulting #WorkSafe #regulator #communication #stakeholders #HSWA #healthandsafety #advancedsafety #healthandsafetyunplugged Enjoyed the talk? Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to Health and Safety Unplugged for more relatable and useful content. ----------------- Since 2018 Health and Safety Unplugged has had the pleasure of engaging in enlightening discussions with experts across various fields, from health and safety law to mental health, wellbeing, business marketing, information security, and executive leadership. Prepare yourself for engaging conversations, transformative insights, and thought-provoking discussions that will inspire you to think differently about health, safety, and success. If you have a story you would like to share or an amazing product or service that is making a positive impact reach out: [email protected] So, gear up and tune in to Series Four. Together, let's continue the conversation about what truly matters in health and safety. Let's keep learning, growing, and shaping a safer world.👉 Don't miss out! Subscribe now and be part of the journey.♻️ Free ResourcesiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/advanced-safety/id1513125140 NZHSP Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NZHSP/ NZHSP LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12018802/ NZHSP News Hub: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GPIOlJe61r40BSN68hLcFK ---------------------------About our Sponsors: Advanced Safety Led by Matt Jones, Advanced Safety is New Zealand owned and operated since 2016. With consultants throughout the country, if you are looking for a custom solution for your business we are here for you. Their market leading approach is simple: 1. It begins with a brief chat to decide if we are a good fit. 2. After a deep dive review we will produce your improvement roadmap. 3. You then choose how much assistance you require. https://advancedsafety.co.nz/ [email protected]