Safety, Risks & Hazards
Our off road activities take place in or near native New Zealand forest and farmland at the top of the Mamaku plateau.
We require all guests to be open and honest about any medical, physical, and psychological conditions that may affect their ability to complete activities safely and enjoyably. All guests are required to read and sign a Risk Disclosure form prior to taking part in any Off Road NZ activity.
We do our best to minimise as many risks as possible through robust induction and training processes, hazard identification, vehicle daily checks and continual maintenance and repair programmes.
Guests need to be aware that there are elements of risk that are beyond our foresight and control.
These risks may include but are not limited to:
- Vehicle collisions
- Breakages or component failure on vehicles or infrastructure
- Exposure-related issues due to weather conditions
- Slips, trips and falls from equipment or uneven terrain
- Falling trees or branches
- Staff negligence
- Other people including other guests, staff and contractors
- Water hazards including ponds, ditches and water features
- Other natural or environmental hazards including, sun, wind, lightning, earth quake and fire
Safety Measures in place
To mitigate the potential risks, we have safety measures in place including:
- Providing sector-standard safety equipment.
- Setting minimum age, height or licencing requirements to ensure you have the required skill, strength and maturity or experience to safely participate in each activity.
- Providing safety briefings and coaching for you.
- Providing you with wet weather gear to protect you on days or activities that need it.
- Induction and training for all our staff to ensure that they have the skills and knowledge to safely guide or drive you on activities.
- Continual equipment and course inspections that are equal to, or above industry standards.
- Continual improvements to safety, delivery, equipment and processes.
