WHS basics Flashcards
WHS Strategy
Minimise Risk Emergency Plan .........via Daily inspections Annual Safety Audits PPM- Preventative Planned Maintenance
What is SDS?
Safety Data Sheet
What is SWMS?
Safe Work Method Statement
Prior to commencement of work….
Get SDS SWMS Licences/ Insurances etc INDUCT TO SITE
Identify and Control Hazards & Risks
- Establish Consultation and Communication Methods
2- Identify hazards
3- Carry out Risk Assessment
4- Review hazard identification document
5- After changes implemented conduct another risk assessment
How to Identify Hazards…
Site risk assessment
Project Program
Document Analysis
Informal Discussions
Legislative High Risks
What does HOC stand for?
Hierarchy of Control
What are the Hierarchy of Control measures?
ELIMINATE- Design it out
SUBSTITUTE - Use something else
ENGINEERING CONTROLS- Isolation & Guarding
ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROLS- Training & work scheduling
Last Resort PPE- Personal Protective Equipment
Describe RISK CONTROL process
1- Decide on Control Measures
2- Develop Risk Control Plan
3- Develop an Acton Plan
4- Create Procedures ( with responsibilities and review)
5- Develop SWMS (training)
6- Supervise to ensure SWMS adhered to
7- Identify resources to maintain safety- training & supervision
8- Sign off Action Plan
9- Monitor the Risks and review preventative measures
10- Undertake regular inspections
WHS Compliance
Work Health Safety Act 2012
Work Health Safety Regulations 2012
Various COP
Elements of Consultation
1- Sharing information
2- Allowing reasonable opportunities to express views
3- Taking their views into account
4- Advising outcomes of consultation
How is WHS managed?
Policies and Procedures
Document control and reviews
Roles and Responsibilities
Documented accountabilities
SWMS
Registers and Records
PCBU?
Person Conducting Business or Undertaking- company, company director, contractor, self-employed/sole trader, labour hire company
HAS A PRIMARY DUTY OF CARE
Officer?
Anyone who significantly contributes to the decision making process & financial standing of the business.
Must exercise due diligence to ensure PCBU complies.
WORKER?
Anyone carrying out any works; including volunteers, employees, middle managers, supervisors, employees of contractors, apprentice, trainee, student on work experience.
