Safety induction presentation

Study Unit - create an induction process for new employees

1. SAFETY INDUCTION Role play – Induction process for new employees.

2. INDUCTION PROCESS The following induction sets out our O ccupational Heath and Safety (OHS) practices. The purpose of this induction is to ensure our workplace remains a safe place to work and visit. Read through each slide in order Ask your supervisor or the safety representative if you have any questions or suggestions A copy of this induction and all supporting information is in your pack 2

3. CURRENT SAFETY PROCEDURES Ergonomic workstation setup Observe warning signs Clean up any spills or messes immediately Keep all walkways and work areas clear of trip hazards Use relevant safety equipment at all times Comply with manual handling procedures Report any incidents, accidents or near misses Follow emergency procedures Training must be completed before using identified equipment . Support a mentally healthy workplace culture. Perform your work in a safe manner by following these procedures 3

4. EQUIPMENT SAFETY CHECKS Each day visually check equipment to be used. Report any identified issues immediately. All equipment is logged and assigned a maintenance and service schedule. This schedule can be found on the safety noticeboard. All electrical equipment is checked and tagged by an electrician annually. Ask if you are unsure about the use and safety of any of the equipment you use. It is important that we all take an active part ensuring all equipment used is safe. 4

5. Bob Dunk Level 2 office 2 Extension 123 Mobile - 0444 555 666 Email - [email protected] SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE 5

6. EXISTING AND POTENTIAL HAZARDS Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Eye strain Lifting, carrying and moving heavy items P oor ergonomics Tripping, slipping and falling Electrical shock Stress Accidents and injury from misuse of equipment Chemicals and irritants Staffroom food safety 6

7. CONTROLLING RISKS Take a 5 minute break every 30 minutes and a 10 minute break every hour. Vary tasks to avoid doing the same thing for a long period. Ensure office lighting is adequate. Arrange replacement of bulbs as required and use desk lamp if needed. Adjust window shades as need through the day. Ensure computer screen is at the optimal position and glare is adjusted. Correct procedure must be followed when lifting. Training is provided and reviewed annually. Ensure you work ergonomically. Make sure your workstation is adjusted to suit you, support your posture and the work you are doing. Keep walkways clear to avoid tripping hazards. Clean up any spills immediately and place warning signage or barricades if necessary . 7

8. CONTROLLING RISKS Ensure the equipment you use is safe. Check cords and power source and report any problems immediately. Be aware of your mental health and that other workers and seek help as soon as possible. Correct procedures must be followed when using equipment. Training must be completed if using identified equipment. Chemicals must be used, stored and handled safely. If you are required to use chemicals, relevant training must be completed. Read and refer to Material Data Sheets. The staffroom is for the use of all staff. Ensure that you clean up after use and dispose of unwanted food in the appropriate bin. 8

9. PROCEDURE FOR REPORTING MINOR RISKS AND INCIDENTS 9

10. PROCEDURE FOR REPORTING SIGNIFICANT RISKS AND INCIDENTS 10

11. CONSULTATIVE PROCESS FOR OHS ISSUES The Hazard Report is reviewed by Safety Representative who will consult with those employees affected by the issue. The Report will be discussed and evaluated by the safety committee. Relevant employees will be included in these discussions where necessary. A course of action will be set and the implementation supervised by the Safety Representative. Any changes to practices or procedures will be advised via the safety noticeboard, staff meetings and in some cases email. If training is required, a training schedule will be set and all affected employees will be notified. When a Hazard Report form is submitted to Safety Representative the following process is followed. 11

12. PROCEDURES FOR EMERGENCIES Know where your nearest emergency exit is and the escape route. Know where your assembly point is. Know where the fire alarm and fire extinguishers are. Know your fire warden and safety representative. Know your first aid officer and where to find the first aid kit. Be Prepared 12

13. EVACUATION Keep Calm If you have time turn off any electrical equipment. In case of fire close the doors as you go but do not lock. Assist anyone in immediate danger. Leave the building via the nearest escape route. Obey wardens directions. Move to assembly point. Don’t re-enter the building until advised. 13

14. FIRE Ring 000 then ring reception on ext 111. Assist anyone in immediate danger. Only use fire extinguisher if trained. Obey wardens directions. Close the doors as you go but do not lock. Leave the building via the nearest safe escape route. Move to assembly point. Don’t re-enter the building until advised. 14

15. LOCKDOWN Keep calm Lock all doors Close curtains and blinds Turn off lights and screens Find a safe place away from intruder sight lines. Wait for advise from management or police. 15

16. ASSAULT OR THREAT Keep calm Avoid eye contact Avoid antagonising the person Alert others if safe to do so Try and remember as much information about the offender as possible and write it down when its possible to do so When possible alert reception and/or call 000 Stay on the line 16

17. POWER OUTAGES Stay calm Provide assistance to others if necessary Report the outage. Use mobile phone if needed. Turn off and\or unplug electrical equipment. If evacuating move carefully and follow lighted signs to emergency exits and then to assembly point. Use lift phone to contact help if stranded in lift during an outage. 17

18. EMPLOYERS OHS RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure as much as possible the health and safety of workers. M aintain workplace free from risks to health and safety. M aintain safe equipment and environment. Provide the training and information needed to ensure the safe use, handling and storage of equipment and chemicals. Monitor the health and safety of workers to prevent to prevent illness or injury of workers carrying out their duties Include workers in the consultation process of matters relating to health and safety 18

19. WORKERS OHS RESPONSIBILITIES Work in a way that protects your health and safety and that of the people you work with. Follow reasonable instruction given by management. Comply with any reasonable health and safety procedure that has been passed on to you. Not misuse or interfere with anything provided for work health and safety Report all incidents and near misses immediately, no matter how trivial Work with the safety representative to identify, assess and control hazards and the effectiveness of such controls. Report all know or observed hazards to their supervisor or safety representative. 19

20. HAZARD SIGNS & SAFETY SMYBOLS 20

21. OHS RESOURCES Work Safe Tasmania http :// worksafe.tas.gov.au/home Work Cover Tasmania http ://www.workcover.tas.gov.au / Safe Work Australia https ://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au / Workplace OHS http :// workplaceohs.com.au/legislation/tas-legislation 21