This comprehensive guide walks you through each step of the +IMPAC PREQUAL, simplifying how you demonstrate your commitment to workplace health and safety. Consider this your companion through the prequalification journey.
HazardCo assists with meeting your prequal requirements, providing the tools and framework to build a robust safety programme. By leveraging your existing HazardCo tools and procedures, you'll meet +IMPAC PREQUAL's standards in a straightforward, manageable way. We'll show you exactly which documentation is required for each category and where to locate it within your HazardCo system.
Understanding PREQUAL Categories
Prequalification questionnaires are customised to reflect the size and complexity of the contractor, so it is vital to ensure you are in the correct category.
Sole Trader - Any sole proprietor business, including limited liability sole traders.
Category 3: Larger Contractor - Two options:
A larger contractor with 16+ workers
Any size contractor using one or more subcontractor organisations. Note: 'Subcontractor' does not include sole traders or contract employees
Category 4: Main Controlling Contractor - Usually employed directly by the client to control/manage the entire job or project, providing H&S management systems and processes for the work, setting reporting requirements, and reporting back to the client.
The 4 Key Stages
Register - Go to www.prequal.co.nz, select Sole Trader or Company, and answer registration questions
Complete Questionnaire - Pay application fee, complete all questions using this guide, and submit for initial assessment
Initial Assessment - PREQUAL Assessor reviews evidence, returns any questions that need clarification
Resubmission & Final Assessment - Resubmit for final assessment
Tips for Success
Before Starting
Read through all assessment questions carefully.
Gather the relevant documents, reports, and records you’ll need.
Make sure the person completing the assessment understands your business operations and how to use the HazardCo system.
Prepare supporting evidence from your HazardCo Hub and your Health & Safety Policy documents.
Use the evidence checklists throughout the assessment to help guide you and make sure nothing is missed.
Answering Questions
Questions are autosaved and can be completed in any order
Yes: Provides evidence requirements
No: May not allow changes - could result in zero score
Not Applicable: Must explain why - assessor reviews reasoning
File Uploads
No file number limits (1-5 documents usually adequate)
20MB limit per file
Upload only relevant sections from large documents
Keep evidence targeted to specific questions
Resubmission Process
7 working days allowed for additional evidence
Read assessor feedback carefully
Use the HazardCo system to provide clarifying documentation
Contact HazardCo 0800 555 339 if clarification is needed