The Departmental Health & Safety Officers (DHSOs) are departmental representatives for health and safety issues and form part of the University of Otago Employee Participation System. Their main functions are:
- To complete hazard identification and maintain the hazard registers for their Department. Any hazard requiring escalation should be reported to their supervisor or HOD.
- To oversee incident reporting for the department including investigations utilising the health and safety IT system.
- To complete the staff induction for new staff with respect to health and safety requirements
Study days
The DHSO study day is designed to provide a regular update and professional development for all DHSOs.
2023 DHSO study day:
- Date: Friday, 8 December
- Time: 9:00 am–12:00 pm
- Venue: The Terrace Lounge
- Cost: Free
- Register for the DHSO Study Day
Vault system guides and support
How to add an incident when logged into Vault
Adding Training using Course Scheduling (larger groups)
Adding incidents via the web portal
How to produce an event/incident report
How to check whether you have any overdue incidents for investigation
How to download and use the Vault Notify App to report an Incident
VAULT H&S system
Key contacts
Andrea McMillan
Director, Health and Safety Compliance
Email andrea.mcmillan@otago.ac.nz
Tel +64 3 479 7380
Nevan Trotter
Health and Safety Manager
Email nevan.trotter@otago.ac.nz
Tel +64 3 479 5389