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LifeCare

We are a specialist healthcare company offering nationwide services to industry and organisations.

LifeCare is a specialist workplace training and health services company. We are the trusted provider to many of New Zealand’s leading businesses, industry associations, schools and government departments. Our services and people reflect the heart of our core values: Attitude is Everything! Our key workplace services include:

Workplace First Aid Training (NZQA or non-NZQA)
Fire Safety Training
Health & Safety Training for School Students (NZQA or non-NZQA)
Mental Health Training
Annual Workplace Health Checks
Pre-employment screening
Workstation Assessments
Flu Vaccinations

Offices:
Auckland | Hamilton | Tauranga | New Plymouth | Napier | Palmerston North | Wellington | Christchurch

28/10/2025

From Noise to Fatigue — Why Integrated Health Monitoring Matters

Workplace health risks don’t exist in isolation. Noise, dust, chemicals, vibration, and fatigue often overlap—so your monitoring strategy should, too.

At LifeCare, we take an integrated, evidence-based approach to health surveillance:

- Audiometry + Spirometry for noisy, dusty, or enclosed environments
- Blood Pressure + Fatigue Checks, especially in shift-based or high-pressure roles
- Skin Assessments for workers exposed to solvents, oils, and industrial chemicals
- Hand-Arm Vibration Monitoring for teams using power tools or machinery
- DL9 Medicals for commercial drivers, ensuring fitness to operate safely under NZTA standards

When risks cross over, your health monitoring programme should, too. We can customise each package based on your unique risk profile, job demands, and regulatory obligations.

Protect your workforce, reduce incidents, and meet compliance, all with one trusted provider. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/46uj7eD

22/10/2025

55% of workplace injury claims are soft tissue injuries — strains, sprains, aches, and tears. These are the ones that lurk in the daily grind.

📊 According to ACC’s latest injury report (2024), the data paints a clear picture:

- Soft tissue injuries make up 55% of all workplace injury claims, far more than fractures (3%) or lacerations (15%).
- Over 43,000 people were off work after a workplace injury last year.
- ACC weekly compensation payments topped $5.5 million.
- Work-related injuries account for ~10% of new ACC claims, yet nearly 21% of costs.
- The burden is borne by the 558,000 businesses paying ACC levies, contributing $1.3 billion annually toward workplace injury support.
- Five sectors: manufacturing, construction, agriculture, forestry, and fishing, make up 40% of claim costs due to their physical nature and higher risks.

Why First Aid Knowledge & Preparedness Matter ⚠️

Soft tissue injuries may not always be dramatic, but they hurt. They hamper productivity, create absenteeism, and carry hidden costs. When teams are trained in first aid:

- Small injuries get faster, safer attention
- Persistent problems can be spotted earlier
- Confidence builds, knowing someone is equipped to respond
- You strengthen your culture of looking after people

Especially in high-risk industries, first aid isn’t a “nice to have” —it’s essential!

Let’s turn stats into action. Don’t wait until an injury escalates.
✔️ Check your team’s first aid certification status
✔️ Refresh their training
✔️ Reach out to LifeCare — we help businesses in NZ stay safe, prepared, and empowered.

Here are our still-open public first aid courses for next week.
Book now before they close! 🔗 https://bit.ly/4oawIhg

Questions or queries? Email us at bookings@lifecare.co.nz

20/10/2025

Musculoskeletal disorders are among New Zealand’s leading causes of work-related ill-health — and the latest 2024 ACC stats back that up:

🔹 Soft tissue injuries (sprains, strains, aches, and tears) account for 55% of all workplace injury claims
🔹 Over 43,000 people were off work after a workplace injury
🔹 ACC paid out $5.5 million in weekly compensation

That’s why Functional Capacity Assessments (FCAs) matter:

– Detect early signs of joint or back stress
– Support job-fit decisions and reduce injury risk
– Provide baseline data, then track recovery or deterioration

Used effectively, FCAs reduce claims, prevent long-term issues, and boost workplace productivity.

📩 Talk to us to start building safer, stronger teams. 👉 https://bit.ly/47XT4ND

14/10/2025

Emergencies don’t just happen on construction sites or factory floors.

📊 According to ACC’s 2024 Injury Report, 66% of all injury claims (that’s around 1.4 million claims), happened at home or in the community, not at work. But these injuries often impact business productivity, requiring time off and taking a huge physical and emotional toll on the person and their team.

Keeping your people trained isn’t just about compliance; it’s about care, capability, and continuity.

LifeCare offers:
- Foundation First Aid for low-risk environments
- Revalidation courses for expired certificates
- Flexible on-site or public options, nationwide

Remember: In NZ, first aid certificates last two years. Is your team up to date?
👉 Let LifeCare help you stay ready.

Here are our still-open public first aid courses for next week.
Book now before they close! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g-Q629tR

Questions or queries? Email us at bookings@lifecare.co.nz

13/10/2025

🦻 Protect Hearing the Smart Way

Did you know 54,522 active claims in 2024 were for ear injuries—making them the highest number of active claims by injury site? (2024 ACC Data)

This underscores just how crucial hearing protection and regular checks are for workers.

Here’s how to dial up best practice:

– Use baseline audiometry within 3 months of hiring
– Retest annually if exposure persists over 85 dB(A)
– Follow the control hierarchy: eliminate → engineer → admin → PPE
– Train in the correct use and maintenance of ear protection

Our occupational health technicians handle the testing and follow‑through seamlessly—making it easy for you to protect your team’s hearing. Let's talk about proactive health monitoring for your team. ➡https://bit.ly/46uj7eD

10/10/2025

As Mental Health Awareness Week closes, let’s carry the momentum forward—together.

Your people deserve more than awareness; they deserve actionable support and resources. Our revamped mental health courses are here to help you embed training, connection, and skills into your workplace culture.

📩 Ready to explore options? Reach out to us and let’s build stronger, more resilient teams. Learn more about our mental health training here: https://bit.ly/4822HL7

09/10/2025

Mental health isn’t a destination—it’s an ongoing journey. That’s why our Building Resilience & Self-Care course is designed to give people real, practical tools.

Your team will:
- Recognise early symptoms of stress or burnout
- Build self-awareness (physical, emotional, psychological)
- Explore proactive strategies to reduce risks

🆕 New sections now included:
✅ Self-Care Tools — practical techniques for managing daily stress and maintaining balance
✅ Negative Automatic Thoughts — how to reframe unhelpful thinking patterns, and understand the link between thoughts, behaviours, and feelings

These updates bring even more value to your team—building lasting skills that help people look after themselves and each other.

📩 Let’s bring this training to your business. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4nOgTvV

07/10/2025

In industries like construction, transport, or trades, up-to-date first aid skills are not optional; they're essential! LifeCare’s NZQA-aligned training ensures your crew knows exactly what to do when every second counts.

✔️ Full Certification & Revalidation Options
✔️ Nationwide & On-Site Training
✔️ Trusted by Safety Leaders Across NZ

🔄 Certificates expire every 2 years—make sure your team stays ready.

Book your training with LifeCare today. Here are our still-open public first aid courses for next week. Book now before they close! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g-Q629tR

Questions or queries? Email us at bookings@lifecare.co.nz

07/10/2025

Do you know how to spot mental health warning signs—or what to say when someone seems to be struggling?

Our revamped Mental Health 101 workshop is interactive and practical.
Participants will:
- Learn to identify key signals of someone in distress
- Practice real-life conversation techniques
- Build confidence to engage and offer support

🆕 New in this version: We’ve included a focused section on Psychosocial Risk—how to identify, manage, and monitor the factors in the workplace that can negatively affect mental health. This is a key element of maintaining compliance and culture in modern workplaces.

This training empowers your team to step in early, offer support, and contribute to a healthier work environment. Ready to embed this in your business? Learn more here and let's talk ➡️ https://bit.ly/4gDMQ7E

06/10/2025

Ever wanted a soft, safe way to start conversations about mental health in your workplace?

Our Introduction to Mental Health Seminar is designed for exactly that.
It’s the ideal jumping-off point—especially for new staff or induction programmes. The seminar helps participants:

✔ Increase awareness and understanding of mental illness
✔ Learn self-care strategies for emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing
✔ Begin building a culture where mental health is openly supported

With MHAW’s “Top Up Together” ethos, raising awareness as a group makes the impact stronger. Want to bring this to your team before October ends? Let’s chat. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4mUtWLD

02/10/2025

Mental Health Awareness Week is 6–12 October.

This year’s theme is “Top Up Together”, focusing on how collective, connected actions build wellbeing.

We all have mental health. Simple practices like Connect, Give, Be Active, Take Notice and Keep Learning (the Five Ways to Wellbeing) are small tools that strengthen us daily. Curious how your workplace can join the movement? Learn more at mhaw.nz

At LifeCare, we’ve refreshed our mental health training courses—tailored to support each stage of wellbeing:

- Introduction to Mental Health Seminar
- Mental Health 101 (Signs & Response)
- Building Resilience & Self-Care

Stay tuned this week as we share more about each course and how they can help your teams thrive. Let’s Top Up Together. 👉 https://bit.ly/4822HL7

30/09/2025

In New Zealand, first aid certificates last two years. After that, renewal is essential not just for compliance but for workplace safety. Letting certifications lapse could mean non-compliance, potential fines, or being unprepared when it matters most.

Whether you’re in construction, manufacturing, education, or office-based environments, make sure your people are covered.

👉 Check certificate expiry dates today and book revalidation training with LifeCare. Let’s keep your team confident, compliant, and ready.

Here are our still-open public first aid courses for next week.
Click the link in our bio to book now before they close! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g-Q629tR

Questions or queries? Email us at bookings@lifecare.co.nz

Address

20 Rockridge Avenue, Penrose
Auckland
1061

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+64800493559

Website

http://www.lifecare.co.nz/

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