The document provides an induction for new employees, outlining the studio's safety representatives for hazards, fires, and first aid. It details procedures for signing in/out, lifting correctly, using equipment safely, and following ergonomic practices. Employees are responsible for reporting risks, attending weekly safety meetings, and acting safely to ensure the studio remains a healthy workplace.

1. Induction Process for New Employees
Welcome to the

2. Our studio has three officers that are here to help
Safety Rep. ~ Zac Pieman
In charge of Hazard control, assault, power outs and
acting on risk reports
Fire Rep. ~ Tyson Sharp
In charge of fire emergency procedures
First Aid Officer ~ Lillie Dance
In charge of all accidents and associated reports

3.  Use the timesheet to sign in and out at the start and
end of each shift
 When lifting use correct lifting methods to reduce risk of
injury
 Use tools and equipment for intended purposes only
 Only use equipment if you have completed the
necessary training
 Use Personal Protective equipment when necessary
 Our studio is a smoke free zone, please use the
designated smoking area and ashtrays provided

4. In case of Fire call 000
 A fire alarm will sound
 All staff are to report to the
Fire Safety Rep in the
designated meeting place
In a Medical Emergencies call 000
Report to the First Aid Officer
You will be directed with what to do next
Study the Map in the staffroom of all emergency exits

5. When using a computer and sitting for a long
time, eliminate the risk of injuries by taking regular breaks
and following office ergonomics
When reading paper documents use a document
holder, this will reduce the risk of eye strain and strain on
the neck through less head tilting and turning
Reduce the risk of stress by having a clean and tidy
workstation, improve your work area by using correct
lighting and well designed furniture
Eliminate the risk of fire – Read labels and educate
yourself with the correct use and storage procedure for
each chemical in the studio

6. Report the risk
 All risks must be verbally reported immediately to the Safety Rep.
 You will then be given a Risk form to fill out and return
Safety Meetings
 Safety Meetings will be held each Monday morning at 8:45am
before starting work
 It is compulsory for all staff to attend
Safety Drop Box
You can find the drop box outside the staff room.
This is for you to drop notes of any non urgent
concerns or suggestions in at any time. Any items
will be brought to discussion at the weekly Safety
Meeting.

7. Regular equipment checks
Clean and tidy workstation
End of day - Electrical
equipment turned OFF
Daily inspections will be
carried out by Safety Rep.

8.  Act Responsibly
 Know the risks
 Spot the hazards
 Report the problem
We are all responsible for following all procedures to
ensure our studio is a healthy and safe place to work
SPEAK UP!!
If in doubt about any potential risk, hazard or
procedure, ASK! Its better to be safe than sorry

9. These are important signs you will find throughout the studio
They are here to make us aware, give us warning and keep us
SAFE

10. WorkCover Tasmania
http://www.workcover.tas.gov.au/
Safe Office Practice
http://www.openerg.com/dse/
Workplace Standards Tasmania
http://workplacestandards.tas.gov.au/home