CUF30107 – Certifi cate III Media

Industry Practice | OH&S

Assessment Task 2 | Role play | Induction Powerpoint

Joanne Thomson

OH&S PROCEDURES IN THE DESIGN STUDIO.

Who to see about OH&S

• Your manager

• Your team leader

• Safety committee

• Human resources

• Organizational department

• Your safety rep (Jon Snow – 0400 123 456)

Induction process for new employees

• Introduction to direct manager / team leader

• Introduction to team members

• Facilities tour

• First Aid location

• Location of studio equipment and procedures

• Office layout

• Security issues and office access

• Introduction to other employees

• Office house keeping

• Team roles and responsibilities

• Safety / OH&S procedures

Safety procedures• Inform Safety Representative of the emergency

• Evacuate the building in the event of a fire or other potential threats

• Keep clear of any hazards and follow instructions

• Notify a first aid officer of any injuries

• Call an ambulance on ‘000’ in case of a medical emergency

• Call a fire brigade on ‘000’ in case of explosion or fire

• Do not collect personal belongings

• Do not re-enter the building

• Remain calm

Reporting hazards

It is critical to report any issues or incidences that are a safety risk. Problems can include:

• Equipment problems

• Hazards that require attention

• Environmental risks

• Suggestions for safety improvement

• Training issues

• Injuries / illnesses

• Fill in an incident report

Studio equipment & safety

• Any computer maintenance / faults need to be reported to your manager

• An electrician will maintain and check all the electricals

• The safety manager checks all equipment a few times a year to be sure its safe to use

• First Aid kits are in date

• Fire extinguishes are in date

Existing / potential hazards

• RSI (Repetitive strain injury)

• Vision problems from computer screens

• Insufficient studio / office lighting

• Neck / shoulders / back injury from any heavy lifting

• Hazards such as falling objects or objects you can trip over

• Not switching off equipment at the end of the day

• Excessive noise in the studio from equipment

• Awkward seating position

• Getting hair / clothing / fingers caught

• Open cabinet / desk drawers

• Slippery floors

• Stairs

Risk control• RSI (Repetitive strain injury) - Take a ten minute break every 30 minutes

• Vision problems – Ensure employees know how to adjust screen glare

• Insufficient lighting – Ensure sufficient lighting, ensure lighting repairs

• Heavy lifting strain – Ensure correct lifting procedures

• Falling / tripping risks – Report any hazards or action them immediately

• Switch off all electrical appliances at the end of the working day

• Excessive noise – Loud equipment needs to be moved to appropriate area

• Awkward seating – Ensure correct posture in sitting position, straight back

• Hair / clothing – Have long hair tied back and no loose clothing

• Open drawers / doors – Always be aware of what’s around you

• Slippery floors / stairs – Ensure awareness and walk calmly / steadily

OH&S meetings• Jon Snow, the Safety Rep makes the decisions regarding Safety under the

OH&S act

• Committee members are required to be actively involved

• Unsafe conditions are to be reported during these meetings

• Recommendations are made to reduce hazards

• Development of a general health and safety policy for the workplace

• Investigations of causes for unacceptable high risks

Employer responsibilities

• Employers are required to provide safe work systems and environments

• Employers will provide WHS instructions, training and information

• You will be shown how to perform your job in a safe manner

• The manager / team leader will provide you with OH&S information

• Employers will provide and maintain safe equipment & handling of equipment

• Your employer will provide regular meetings to discuss concerns with OH&S.

• Employers will have up-to-date knowledge of OH&S and undertake training.

• Your employer will take action to reduce OH&S risks.

Employee responsibilities

• Employees are primarily responsible for their own health and safety

• Employees are responsible for the safety of others

• Employees must never interfere with safety measures provided for health

• Employees should attempt to assist / give aid to a person at work who is at risk

• Employees should also not disrupt the workplace by creating safety fears

Hazard signs to be aware of

Safety signs to be aware of

OH&S resources

• Safe work Australia (http://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/sites/SWA)

• Safety Culture (http://www.safetyculture.com.au/)

• WST (http://worksafe.tas.gov.au/home)

• Safe at work (http://www.safeatwork.org.au/)

• ASSA (OHS.net)

• Health & Safety handbook (http://www.healthandsafetyhandbook.com.au/)

• Com Care (http://www.comcare.gov.au/)

• Workplace | OHS (http://workplaceohs.com.au/)

• Talking Safety (http://www.talkingsafety.org/)