Behind the Scenes of Northern Districts Security’s Award-Winning Safety – a Deep Dive into our Recent Northland Business Excellence Awards 2024 Win
Northern Districts Security is incredibly proud to have won the ACC Workplace Injury Prevention Award at the 2024 Northland Business Excellence Awards earlier this month. This prestigious award highlights our commitment to fostering a workplace culture where safety, wellbeing, and innovation come first. Here’s a closer look at what workplace safety & injury prevention means to us here at Northern Districts Security, and a look behind the scenes at how we took home the win.
Here’s what the ACC NZ judges at the Northland Business Excellence Awards had to say about why NDS took the win:
“Personal harm to Security staff is a major risk in the industry. A few initiatives that impressed the ACC judges were the focused recruitment goals, a culture of open communication, mobile and radio connectivity, ongoing career development, body cameras, de-escalation training, and ballistic vests provided that were above industry standards.
Owner JP Dignon has been in the industry and region going on 20 years and is part of the NZ Security Association and motivated to lift service standards in the industry. NDS’ standard-setting approach to business was evident in the PP gear staff wore and feedback provided to ACC judges from NDS Security staff while on the beat in Whangārei central.
Northern Districts Security is committed to providing both private and public sectors in Northland a quality service. In a price-competitive industry, NDS focuses on quality service, wellbeing, and safety of its people. ACC would like to congratulate NDS on being this year’s 2024 ACC Workplace Safety Winner.”
Northern Districts Security is Leading the Way in Workplace Safety in Northland:
In the security industry, the safety of staff is paramount. Security personnel face unique risks daily, and at NDS, we’ve made it our mission to minimise those risks through proactive, forward-thinking initiatives.
What Sets Northern Districts Security Apart:
Winning this award reflects a series of deliberate actions and innovations designed to improve worker safety and wellbeing:
- Advanced Safety Gear: From body cameras to ballistic vests, we equip our team with industry-leading protective gear.
- Comprehensive Training: Ongoing de-escalation and first aid training ensures our staff are prepared to handle challenging situations safely.
- Career Development: We invest in our people through opportunities for growth and upskilling.
- Open Communication: Building trust and fostering dialogue are at the heart of our workplace culture.
- Technology Integration: Mobile and radio connectivity keep our security teams safe and informed in the field.
Twenty Years of Commitment to Security Excellence:
At the helm of NDS is JP Dignon, who has dedicated 20 years to raising the bar in Northland’s security industry. As a member of the NZ Security Association, JP is committed to delivering excellent security services and setting a new standard for safety and quality.
Looking Ahead:
Winning this award inspires us to continue prioritising the wellbeing of our people while delivering exceptional security services to Northland.
We extend our gratitude to ACC NZ, the Northland Business Excellence Awards, and our incredible team for making this milestone possible. Here’s to a safer, stronger Northland together!
Want to know more about our safety-first approach? Contact us today and see how Northern Districts Security can provide peace of mind to your Northland home or business with our award-winning services.
