OH&S Flashcards
What Act does the state of Victoria operate under?
Occupational Health and Safety Act of 2004
What are the duties and responsibilities of the Employer under the OH&S Act?
- A safe workplace
- Safe ways of doing each work task
- Job safety analysis
- Safe plant, tools and equipment
- Safety information/work instructions and training for any task being undertaken for the first time + supervision
Why must the employer undertake these duties and responsibilities?
To control risk
When should you report an injury or Illness?
Immediately
Who monitors compliance with the OH&S Act in Victoria?
WorkSafe Victoria
What are employees responsible for under the OH&S Act?
- Carry out work activities in a safe manner (for yourself and others)
- Do not interfere with the safe operation of equipment/machinery
- Wear PPE, use it appropriately
- Report injury or Illness immediately
- Report faulty equipment and safety hazards
- Follow instructions on how to work safely and comply with safety laws
Who do you report injuries to?
Duty Manager
Why is personal hygiene important?
Prevents you and those around you from getting or spreading germs/infectious diseases
When identifying risks and hazards, what is the reporting hierarchy?
- Train Control @ Metrol
- Fellow workers
- Health & Safety Representative (HSR)
- Manager
When can shortcuts be taken in how tasks are performed?
Never
What does a Blue safety sign mean?
That the pictures protective equipment is mandatory
If you see a hazard/unsafe work practice/unsafe equipment, what must you do?
Report it and where possible take immediate action to eliminate or reduce the hazard.
An Incident report is a legal document, how should it be filled out?
- Blue/Black pen
- Don’t use whiteout
- Strike out and initial errors
- Be Accurate Brief and Clear (ABC)
When can you jot down notes of trespassers or incidents?
When safe to do so
As a driver, what is your primary concern?
Driving the train safely
When must an incident be completed and submitted?
Prior to the end of your shift
Where/how do you submit an incident report?
Physical copy in Correspondence box, attach all relevant information
Send a digital copy via email for your records
How do you receive a CAN notice?
- Handed by station staff
- Transmitted via DTRS by Train Control
What does CAN stand for?
Condition Affecting the Network
Is a CAN notice an authority to pass signals?
No, only Signallers can give you authority
Once you have reported a fault, what does Train Control give you?
- Fault Category
- Fault reference number
What system are the faults entered into? (by Metrol)
Fault Maintenance Protocol (FMP)
If you believe a fault Category is insufficient, who can you contact to clarify?
The Principal Driver (PD) Help Desk
Who is initially the interim site coordinator?
The driver
What is the 4 main functions of the interim site coordinator?
- Understand the nature of the emergency - ensure all people are removed from danger
- Ensure emergency services have been notified (Metrol normally contact them)
- Maintain constant communication with Metrol (every 10-15 mins)
- Get assistance from other personnel
Once emergency services arrive, which service can take over as interim site coordinator?
Police & fire
When emergency services arrive, what must you do?
Brief them on the situation
When handling a bomb threat, what are two steps you must take?
Don’t use DTRS or Mobile
Find the nearest landline
What item of safety equipment should drivers know the location of (on the train) and be trained to use?
Fire Extinguishers
If a fire occurs on your train, who do you contact?
Train Control at Metrol via a TEC call
If practicable, how can you handle a fire?
Attempt to put out with a fire extinguisher.
Look after your own safety first!
If your train has blood, urine, faeces what should you do?
Report it as a fault, do not touch it
If you have or suspect you have been pricked by a syringe, what should you do?
- Immediately wash the wound with soap/alcohol based solution
- Notify Duty Manager or HSR
- Go directly to a doctor
- Full out workers comp forms and submit to your supervisor
- Go on the needle stick registry to track any blood borne diseases
What program is available to all metro staff & family members?
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
What is required to enter a confined space?
A Confined Space Entry Permit, as per signs
