OHS presentation
- 1. This studio iscommitted to OH&S and asks that all staff take the proper care while doing their work OH&S (Occupational Health and Safety) is important for ensuring your work can be done safely
- 2. Before you startwork you will be shown the location of fire exits and emergency meeting points All staff must behave responsibly and report anything outlined in our booklet Important numbers to remember • First aid 123 123 123 • Security officers 321 321 321 • Safety officer 213 213 213
- 3. All new employeesare required to read our safety booklet which is available at the front desk This will cover our safety procedures and what to do in the case of emergencies and injuries
- 4. • Employers mustensure people at the workplace are not exposed to health and safety risks • Employees must do their work while acting responsibly with the health and safety of themselves and others
- 5. John Johnson isour safety representative If you feel that any equipment isn’t safe then report it to him immediately All safety hazards should be reported immediately
- 6. In the eventof an injury you MUST report it! Keep records of injuries and report them to workplace standards
- 7. Some examples ofwhat and what not to do • Back strain - Use a chair that allows good posture • Fire – Follow the fire plan to exit the building • Spills – Clean spills up immediately to avoid falls • Lifting – Do not lift heavy objects by yourself • Electricity – clear the area and advise john johnson • Eye strain – take a break from looking at the screen • Loose wires – Move wires from trouble areas • Natural disaster – follow the plan to exit building • Power outage – Follow instructions to exit the building
- 8. Further reading Safety Institute of Australia http://www.sia.org.au/ WorkCover Tasmania http://www.workcover.tas.gov.au/