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Para Clinics Aotearoa — Safety Goals & Objectives

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Organisation: Para Clinics Aotearoa
Chief Instructor: Zachery Morris
Effective Date: 5 April 2026
Review Frequency: Seasonal (Pre-Summer)

 

Purpose

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The purpose of these Safety Goals and Objectives is to support the Safety Policy of Para Clinics Aotearoa and ensure that all training and coaching activities are conducted to the highest possible safety standard.

These goals provide measurable outcomes that support compliance with the New Zealand Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association (NZHGPA) Operations Procedures Manual (OPM) and relevant safety obligations under the WorkSafe New Zealand Health and Safety at Work Act.

 

Core Safety Goals

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Goal 1 — Conduct Safe and Structured Training

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Objective:
All training activities will be conducted using structured safety briefings and progressive learning methods.

Measurement:

  • 100% of students receive a safety briefing prior to activities

  • All students sign waiver and acknowledgement forms

  • Training conducted according to structured lesson plans

Review Frequency:
Ongoing — reviewed each course

 

Goal 2 — Maintain Safe Weather and Environmental Decision-Making

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Objective:
Training activities will only occur in weather and environmental conditions suitable for the pilot skill level and training objective.

Measurement:

  • Weather assessments conducted before each training session

  • Training postponed or cancelled when conditions exceed safety limits

  • Site hazards identified and reviewed prior to operations

Review Frequency:
Daily during operations

 

Goal 3 — Ensure Equipment Safety and Airworthiness

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Objective:
All equipment used during training meets required safety and airworthiness standards.

Measurement:

  • Equipment inspected before use

  • Maintenance and safety checks recorded

  • Damaged or unsafe equipment removed from service immediately

Review Frequency:
Before each use and seasonally

 

Goal 4 — Maintain Accurate Student Performance Records

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Objective:
Student progression and performance will be recorded in sufficient detail to support safe development and competency tracking.

Measurement:

  • Detailed instructor notes recorded after training sessions

  • Skill progression documented

  • Attitude and decision-making observations recorded

Review Frequency:
After each training day

 

Goal 5 — Maintain Emergency Preparedness

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Objective:
Emergency procedures are established, understood, and available during all training activities.

Measurement:

  • Emergency Response Plan available during operations

  • Emergency contacts accessible

  • First aid equipment available and serviceable

Review Frequency:
Reviewed prior to each season

 

Goal 6 — Encourage Safe Pilot Behaviour and Decision-Making

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Objective:
Promote strong safety awareness and responsible decision-making among pilots.

Measurement:

  • Safety briefings include risk awareness topics

  • Students demonstrate appropriate decision-making

  • Unsafe behaviour addressed immediately

Review Frequency:
Ongoing

 

Goal 7 — Record and Review Safety Incidents

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Objective:
All safety incidents and near-misses will be documented and reviewed to improve safety practices.

Measurement:

  • All incidents recorded within 24 hours

  • Incident reports reviewed

  • Corrective actions implemented when required

Review Frequency:
As incidents occur

 

Goal 8 — Conduct Regular Safety System Reviews

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Objective:
Safety systems and procedures will be reviewed regularly to maintain effectiveness.

Measurement:

  • Formal safety review conducted at least once per year

  • Updates recorded and implemented

  • Documentation updated when required

Review Frequency:
Annually or seasonally

 

Additional Performance Objectives

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These support long-term safety improvement.

 

Instructor Currency and Competence

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Objective:
Maintain professional competency and instructional currency.

Measurement:

  • Maintain required certifications

  • Attend safety or training seminars when available

  • Review current NZHGPA instructional material

Review Frequency:
Annually

 

Student Readiness and IMSAFE Compliance

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Objective:
Ensure students are physically and mentally fit to participate.

Measurement:

  • IMSAFE model used during briefings

  • Students self-assess readiness

  • Instructor monitors fatigue and stress indicators

Review Frequency:
Daily during operations

 

Safety Review Schedule

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A formal safety system review will be conducted:

☐ Annually
☐ Seasonally (Recommended)

Suggested timing:

Pre-season (September–October)
Ideal before main training season begins.

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