Category S / Sole Trader
Sole trader pathway for an individual contractor working alone, without routinely engaging, managing or supervising other contractors.
Tōtika / Totika prequalification NZ
Find your Tōtika prequalification category
Your Tōtika category is based on your business size, work activities and contract value. Review the category guide, then use the selector for a guided result.
Before paying, please read the SHE Pre-Qual terms and conditions, including the cancellation and refund policy.
Category 1
Smaller regular-risk supplier pathway: no more than 20 people, contracts up to $2.5m, and no primary work activity on the high or very high risk lists.
Category 2
Medium-sized or higher-risk supplier pathway: high risk primary work, more than 20 and no more than 200 people, or contracts over $2.5m and up to $20m, without a very high risk primary activity.
Category 3
Large-sized or very high risk supplier pathway: more than 200 people, contracts over $20m, or a primary work activity on the very high risk list.
How categories are worked out
Your likely category depends on your company size, contract tender values and whether your main work includes high or very high risk activities.
Construction principal or lead contractor note
For construction work, suppliers who operate as principal contractors or designers can be allocated to any supplier category, but must meet the supplementary requirements for that role as well as the core requirements for their category.
Category guide
Understand the Tōtika categories
Use the category descriptions to understand how business size, contract value and work type affect the likely pathway. If the selector result does not clearly fit your business, ask SHE Pre-Qual before registering.
Category 1
Smaller regular-risk supplier pathway: no more than 20 people, contracts up to $2.5m, and no primary work activity on the high or very high risk lists.
- Hold ISO 45001 certification from an auditor accredited for OH&S management systems by an IAF accreditation body member.
- Undertake a SafePlus Onsite Assessment and upload the assessment report to the Tōtika Portal. This assessment is valid for 2 years.
- Undertake a Q-Safe Audit and upload the Q-Safe certificate to the Tōtika Portal. This certification is valid for 1 year.
- Undertake a Category 1 prequalification assessment with a recognised Tōtika member scheme.
Category 2
Medium-sized or higher-risk supplier pathway: high risk primary work, more than 20 and no more than 200 people, or contracts over $2.5m and up to $20m, without a very high risk primary activity.
- Hold ISO 45001 certification from an auditor accredited for OH&S management systems by an IAF accreditation body member.
- Undertake a SafePlus Onsite Assessment and upload the assessment report to the Tōtika Portal. This assessment is valid for 2 years.
- Undertake a Category 2 prequalification assessment with a recognised Tōtika member scheme.
Category 3
Large-sized or very high risk supplier pathway: more than 200 people, contracts over $20m, or a primary work activity on the very high risk list.
- Hold ISO 45001 certification from an auditor accredited for OH&S management systems by an IAF accreditation body member.
- Undertake a Category 3 prequalification assessment with a recognised Tōtika member scheme.
Category S / Sole Trader
Sole trader pathway for an individual contractor working alone, without routinely engaging, managing or supervising other contractors.
- Hold ISO 45001 certification from an auditor accredited for OH&S management systems by an IAF accreditation body member.
- Undertake a SafePlus Onsite Assessment and upload the assessment report to the Tōtika Portal. This assessment is valid for 2 years.
- Undertake a Q-Safe Audit and upload the Q-Safe certificate to the Tōtika Portal. This certification is valid for 1 year.
- Undertake a Sole Trader prequalification assessment with a recognised Tōtika member scheme.
Very high-risk activity list
If one of these is your main or primary work activity, Tōtika treats the organisation as a minimum Category 3 supplier.
- Asbestos Removalist (Class A)
- Building Relocation
- Commercial Diving Services
- Cooling Tower Services (construction, maintenance, and other professional services)
- Demolition Services (Unrestricted)
- Drilling Services (Hydrocarbon)
- Explosive Blasting Services
- Fixed Wing Flight Services
- Forestry Harvesting/Extraction Services
- Fuel Supply or Storage
- Gas Services (High Pressure)
- Hazardous Substances Storage and Transport
- Helicopter Flight Services
- High Voltage Electrical Services
- High Wall Quarrying Services
- High Wall Surface Mining Services
- Oil and Gas Inspection & Engineering Services
- Oil and Gas Insulation Services
- Oil and Gas Surveying
- Oil and Gas Chemical Services
- Scaffolding Erection and Dismantling
- Stevedoring/Marshalling Services
- Mobile Crane Services
- Tower Crane Services
- Underground Mining Services
High-risk activity list
If one of these is your main or primary work activity, Tōtika treats the organisation as a minimum Category 2 supplier.
- Abseiling/Rope Access
- Arborist Services
- Asbestos Removalist (Class B)
- Asbestos Surveyors and Assessors
- Biohazards or Infectious Materials Services
- Chemical Cleaning Services
- Commercial Cleaning Services
- Construction Rigger
- Cutting Services, including concrete cutting
- Demolition Services (Restricted only)
- Drain Laying Services
- Drilling Services (Non-Hydrocarbon)
- Electrical Services
- Facilities Management Services
- Forestry Silviculture
- Glazing
- Heavy Transport (operate mobile plant or vehicles over 3.5t), including concrete trucks
- Industrial Coating Services
- Installation and Maintenance of Fire Systems
- Installation and Servicing of Hydraulic Systems
- Installation and Servicing of Lifts
- Installation and Servicing of Plant and Equipment
- Installation or Servicing of Pressure Vessels
- Labour Hire Services
- Mobile Plant and Equipment Servicing
- Operated Mobile Plant & Equipment Hire Services
- Passenger Transport
- Quarrying Services
- Recycling Services
- Roofing Services
- Sandblasting Services
- Surface Mining Services
- Traffic Management Services
- Trenching Services
- Waste Management Services
Interactive selector
Find your likely Tōtika category
Answer a few questions about your business, contract values and main work activities. If the result does not clearly fit your business, ask SHE Pre-Qual before registering.
Pricing
SHE Pre-Qual Tōtika pricing
Pricing is GST exclusive. Your category determines the assessment fee and renewal period.
| Category | Price | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| Sole Trader | $280.00 | Every 2 years |
| Category 1 | $450.00 | Every 2 years |
| Category 2 | $949.00 | Annually |
| Category 3 | $1,459.00 | Annually |
Before paying, please read the SHE Pre-Qual terms and conditions, including the cancellation and refund policy.
FAQs
Common Tōtika questions
Which Tōtika category am I?
Your category depends on business size, the type of work you do and the value of contracts you tender for. Use the category guide before registering, and contact support if you are not sure.
Why does the Tōtika category matter?
The category controls the assessment pathway because Tōtika considers business size, contract tender values, and whether your main work activity is high risk or very high risk.
Can I register before I know my category?
Yes. You can register at app.rapidcert.co.nz/signup/totika, but you will need to know your category before beginning the evaluation process. Use the category guide first or contact SHE Pre-Qual if you are unsure.
Do I need to contact SHE Pre-Qual before starting?
No. If you know your category, you can register and get started in RapidCert any time. Use the category guide first if you are unsure, and if you are still unsure after using the category selector, contact SHE Pre-Qual before paying.
How long is Tōtika prequalification valid for?
Sole Trader and Category 1 Tōtika prequalification assessments are valid for 2 years. Category 2 and Category 3 assessments are valid for 1 year. External certifications or assessments may follow their own expiry dates.
How much does Tōtika cost with SHE Pre-Qual?
SHE Pre-Qual Tōtika pricing is GST exclusive. Sole Trader is $280 every 2 years, Category 1 is $450 every 2 years, Category 2 is $949 annually and Category 3 is $1,459 annually. See the cost guide for what the fee covers.
Tōtika registration
Ready to start your Tōtika assessment?
Check your category first, then continue through RapidCert when you are ready to start your SHE Pre-Qual Tōtika application.
Before paying, please read the SHE Pre-Qual terms and conditions, including the cancellation and refund policy.