IMPAC Prequalification NZ Requirements and How to Prepare
IMPAC prequalification in New Zealand is used by organisations across a wide range of industries to assess contractors and their health and safety systems before engagement.
What is IMPAC Prequalification?
IMPAC is a prequalification system used in New Zealand to assess contractor health and safety systems before onboarding. It focuses on how your systems perform in real-world conditions, not just what is written in your documents.
IMPAC Prequalification Requirements
To meet IMPAC requirements, your business must have strong health and safety systems supported by clear evidence.
Health and Safety Systems
You need documented systems that reflect how your business actually operates, not generic templates.
Risk Management
You must show how risks are identified, assessed, and controlled across all work activities.
Training and Competency
Workers must be trained and competent, with records to support this.
Evidence of Implementation
IMPAC requires proof that your systems are actively used, not just documented.
Why Businesses Fail IMPAC
Many businesses fail IMPAC because their systems look good on paper but are not properly implemented. Common issues include missing evidence, weak processes, and poor alignment with actual work practices.
How to Prepare for IMPAC Prequalification
To succeed with IMPAC, your systems must reflect real-world conditions. This means aligning your documentation with actual work practices, ensuring workers follow procedures, and providing clear evidence of implementation.
If you need help preparing your systems, see our IMPAC prequalification support service.
Need Help with IMPAC Prequalification?
We help New Zealand businesses improve their systems, fix compliance gaps, and prepare properly for IMPAC prequalification.
If you need support, we can help you meet requirements and get approved faster.