SiteWise Score NZ – What You Need and How to Improve It
Your SiteWise score in New Zealand determines whether you can win work. Assessors grade your health and safety systems based on real evidence — not just documents. Many businesses receive low scores due to gaps in proof such as site inspections, training records, or incomplete systems.
What is a SiteWise Score?
SiteWise provides a percentage score based on how well your health and safety systems meet required standards. Scores are grouped as Red, Amber, Green, or Gold, with higher scores improving your ability to work with contractors across New Zealand.
What SiteWise Assessors Look For
Clear Documentation
Your health and safety policies, procedures, and risk registers must be complete, relevant, and reflect the work your business actually performs.
Risk Management
You must show how hazards are identified, assessed, and controlled, including site-specific planning and task-based risk assessments.
Evidence of Use
Assessors require proof that your systems are actively used, including toolbox talks, inspections, incident reports, and training records.
Consistency Across Your Business
Your systems must be applied consistently across all jobs, including worker engagement, inductions, and monitoring processes.
Why Your SiteWise Score May Be Low
Low scores are usually caused by gaps between your documentation and what happens on-site. Common issues include missing or outdated evidence, systems not being followed, and processes that don’t reflect real work practices.
How to Improve Your SiteWise Score
Improving your score requires strengthening your systems and backing them with clear evidence. This includes updating documentation, aligning processes with real work, and ensuring your systems are consistently followed across your business.
If you need help improving your systems, see our SiteWise prequalification support service.
SiteWise Score Guide
Gold (90%+): Strong, well-implemented systems
Green (75–89%): Good systems meeting most requirements
Amber (50–74%): Systems need improvement
Red (Below 50%): Systems are incomplete or not meeting requirements
Need Help Improving Your SiteWise Score?
We help New Zealand businesses improve their SiteWise score by identifying gaps, strengthening systems, and preparing everything correctly for assessment.
If you want to improve your score and increase your chances of winning work, we can help you get there faster.