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2012 NSCA/GIO Workers Compensation National Safety Awards of Excellence


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Key dates

Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf

Entries open: Early April 2013

Entries close: 7 July 2013

Judging period:July to August 2013

Awards presentation lunch:17 October 2013

Doltone House Jones Bay Wharf, Piers 19-21 Upper Deck 26-32 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont NSW 2009

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Category 1Best Continuous Improvement of a WHSManagement System...........................................................7

Category 2Best Solution of a WHS Risk...............................................8

Category 3Best WHS Training Program................................................9

Category 4Best Communication of a Safety Message.......................10

Category 5Best Individual WHS Achievement....................................11

Category 6Best Safety Leadership Program/Initiative........................12

Category 7Best Health and Wellbeing Program.................................13

Pinnacle AwardsGIO Workers Compensation Award for Excellence in WHS............................................................14

NSCA Member of the Year................................................14


The NSCA is Australia’s only national, independent body promoting excellence in safety in the workplace. Accordingly, the National Safety Awards of Excellence, now in their 21st year, is Australia’s premier safety awards program celebrating organisations and people that recognise WHS as a cornerstone of elite business performance.

Whilst your Safety Heroes are leading the charge in best practice in safety, the benefits of maintaining this focus and ‘breaking new ground’ are far reaching for organisations and individuals. These benefits are not limited to health and safety personnel but have positive outcomes for:

• Human Resources• Marketing• Business Development• General ManagementIn summary, the Awards are a celebration of Best Practice, Best People and Best Performance.

Here are just a few reasons to get involved…

Best Practice• Raise the profile of your organisation and people

in a national forum• Share specialist knowledge and network with

industry leaders• Great opportunity to review and re-assess your

health and safety objectives and benchmark against industry leaders

• Achieve broad reaching recognition

Best People• Enhance your recognition as an Employer of Choice• Leverage your Award winning credibility to attract,

retain and motivate employees• Create a loyal and passionate workforce• Encourage innovation and improvement amongst

your employees

Best Performance• Utilise your Award winning status to enhance

business development• Enjoy the support of the NSCA in marketing

your organisation• Benefit from your focus on safety to increase

productivity and generate sustainable competitive advantage

• Develop your reputation as a leader and good corporate citizen

We encourage individuals and organisations, regardless of industry or organisational size, to get involved and to benefit from that involvement. We want to share your safety story with Australia.

Nominate Today!

Why Enter?


Our company would recommend to all interested parties that they enter and put themselves through the Awards Nomination Process. As a minimum it will assist in clarifying the strengths of your processes at best you will be recognised within the industry for your safety focus.

Winning an award from the NSCA provides us with an opportunity to show the market that we have achieved a high degree of excellence in a country which prides itself on being a world leader in WHS solutions. The award will help raise our profile and assist us to continue to create a safer environment in hospitals around the world, and at the end of the day, see more manual handling staff delivered safely home to their families.

Stewart Finn, National WHS Manager, Metropolitan Express Transport ServicesHighly Commended in Category 2B: Best Solution of an OHS Workplace Risk

Peter March, Chairman of Directors, StaminaLift International LtdWinner of Category 2A: Best Solution of an OHS Workplace Risk

“clarifying the strengths....”

“high degree of excellence....”

2012 Awards Ceremony


mytraining.net, sponsors of Category 3 Best OHS Training Program

“recognise the collective efforts....”

“encouraged...to develop and implement safety initiatives...”

I encourage organisations large and small to get involved in the 2013 National Safety Awards of Excellence. As a winner of an Award in 2012, YMCA Victoria are so pleased to be able to recognise the collective efforts of our people who strive to provide healthy and safe places of work for our staff, volunteers and visitors. Thanks to the NSCA and GIO for the opportunity to be a part of such a well run awards program.

Amy Hill, OHSE Manager, YMCA VictoriaWinner of Category 4: Best Communication of a Safety Message

Enter the 2013 Awards and acknowledge and recognise the safety achievements within your business. Past submissions have encouraged new staff to the business to develop and implement safety initiatives, which they have then submitted for awards.

Sarah Quinton, OHSE Coordinator VIC/SA, Brookfield MultiplexWinner of NSCA Member of the Year


This year we celebrate the 21st year of the National Safety Awards of Excellence, an industry milestone and one that the NSCA is proud to host. Each year we receive entries demonstrating new ideas, innovative technologies, improved practices and a stronger commitment to work health and safety. The Awards recognise those individuals and companies that demonstrate health and safety excellence and leadership, ensuring our employees and colleagues go home safe to their families.

Our theme of Best Practice, Best People, Best Performance, emphasises the importance of safety practices in every workplace and we urge you to “celebrate the heroes” that contribute to the health and wellbeing of your employees and the continuous improvement of safety in your business performance.

Two exciting new categories have been introduced this year reflecting corporate values and current challenges – Best Safety Leadership Program recognising leadership initiatives, and Best Individual WHS Achievement recognising outstanding contributions by an individual.

We are delighted to have GIO Workers Compensation as the Major Sponsor again this year as well as the support of the category sponsors Ansell, Brookfield Multiplex, ManpowerGroup, Pro-Visual Publishing, Safe Work Australia, SGS Australia and The MAC.

I am proud to open the Awards for 2013 to all Australian organisations and individuals and strongly encourage you to enter and use the process both as an opportunity to do a health check on your business and to leverage on the national profile the Awards offers to entrants.

Safe Regards,

Adam Baldock NSCA CEO & Managing Director

Message from the CEO


Best Continuous Improvement of a WHS Management SystemThis category requires you to describe an improvement you have made to your WHS/OHS management system and the effect it has had on your staff and business. Finalists of this category must demonstrate that the improvement is part of an on-going process.

Examples of improvements could include new ways of integrating with other organisational systems and incorporating change management, managing new and emerging risks and upgrading compliance systems.

Category 1

For entry into this category your submission must answer the following:

1. Why did you need to improve your WHS/OHS Management System?

2. How did you improve your WHS/OHS Management System?

3. What barriers were encountered during the process?4. What was the timeframe involved?5. What was the effect of the improvement?6. Is the improvement and its effect sustainable?

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Best Solution of a WHS Risk Nominations and awards will be split into the following two groups and judged accordingly:

A. Small business: 1-50 employeesB: Medium to large business: 50+ employees

This category requires you to describe an innovative solution to an identified WHS/OHS risk or issue. It can be a newly identified risk or issue (due to a change in work activities etc.) or it can be a risk or issue previously identified with a new solution that has been implemented.

Finalists in this category must demonstrate that their solution is innovative, proven to work in an organisation (showing evidence eg. testimonials, photos, reports), has demonstrated a return on investment and significantly eliminates a workplace risk.

Category 2


1. Describe the WHS/OHS risk.2. What was the innovative solution that you

implemented?3. How did you implement the solution?4. What barriers/problems were encountered during the

implementation of the solution/change?5. What was the timeframe involved?6. What was the effect of the solution?7. Is the solution and its effect sustainable?

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Best WHS Training ProgramThis category requires you to describe an innovative WHS/OHS training program that has been implemented in your organisation. The training program can be one-off or ongoing.

Finalists of this category must demonstrate that their training program has led to sustainable improvement in workplace behaviour/performance/processes.

Category 3


1. Why was the training required?2. Describe the process for developing and delivering

the training program.3. What barriers were encountered during

implementation of the solution/change?4. What was the time frame involved?5. What was the effect of the training program?6. Is the training program and its effect sustainable?

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Best Communication of a Safety MessageThis category recognises organisations who have effectively and innovatively communicated a WHS/OHS message to their workforce. The communication of a message can be a one-off event or an ongoing program.

Finalists of this category must be able to demonstrate that their communication methods and processes have led to sustainable improvement in workplace behaviour/performance/processes.

Category 4

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1. Why was the safety message required?2. What was the safety message?3. Describe the process for developing and delivering

the safety message.4. What barriers were encountered during

implementation of the solution/change?5. What was the time frame involved?6. What was the effect of the safety message?7. Is the safety message and its effect sustainable?


Ian Chisholm Award for the Best Individual WHS AchievementThis category recognises the outstanding contribution of an individual (with or without formal WHS/OHS responsibilities). To be nominated the individual must have played a significant role in a recent WHS/OHS initiative and gone above and beyond their normal duties, which has resulted in a sustainable improvement within an organisation (or area they work or volunteer).Please note: No self nominations. Individuals must be nominated by their peers, work colleagues, managers and/or organisation.

Category 5


1. Describe the situation/work task/activity/behaviour of the workplace prior to the nominee’s contribution.

2. Describe the contribution the nominee has made.3. Did the nominee require management approval for the

contribution? If yes, describe the process for gaining the approval.

4. What barriers were encountered during implementation of the solution/change?

5. What was the time frame involved?6. Describe the effect that the nominee has had on the

work activities/tasks/behaviours.

7. Is the nominee’s contribution and effect sustainable?8. Explain how the nominee has gone above and beyond

their normal duties. Compare and contrast the nominee’s achievement with their position description.


Best Safety Leadership Program/InitiativeThis award recognises the decisions and actions of directors, CEOs and/or executive managers to make safety a business priority.

This category requires you describe how your directors, CEO and/or executive managers have made safety a business priority and the impact it is having on the organisation.

Finalists of this category must demonstrate that their organisation’s program/initiative is on an equal footing with other business priorities, is integrating safety with other parts of the business and eliminated or significantly reduced psychosocial as well as physical workplace risks.

Category 6


1. Why did you need to implement the program/initiative?2. What was the program/initiative that your organisation

implemented?3. How did your organisation implement the program/

intiative?4. What barriers were encountered during implementation

of the solution/change?5. What was the time frame involved?6. What was the effect of the program/initiative?7. Is the program/intiative and its effect sustainable?

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Best Health & Wellbeing ProgramThis category requires you to describe an innovative health and wellbeing program that has resulted in improvements within your organisation. The program can be a one-off event or an ongoing program.

Programs include, for example, reducing ‘presenteeism’, addressing mental health issues, tackling bullying and harrassment and improving physical health.

Finalists of this category must demonstrate that their health and wellbeing program has had a positive effect on the participants and/or the workplace through changes in workplace behaviour/performance/processes.

Category 7


1. Why did you need to improve the health and wellbeing of your workforce?

2. How did you improve health and wellbeing?3. What barriers were encountered during implementation

of the solution/change?4. What was the time frame involved?5. What was the effect of the health and wellbeing

program?6. Is the health and wellbeing program and its effect

sustainable?

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Award for Excellence in WHSThis prestigious Judges’ Choice Award is presented annually to the most outstanding achievement in work health and safety of an organisation, alliance or individual. This award is not open for nomination, instead it is the seven category winners who progress to this final stage to claim the top honours at the awards ceremony.

Pinnacle Awards

NSCA Member of the Year The recipient of this award is a current NSCA member who has demonstrated outstanding commitment and leadership to the implementation of a health and safety management system or project, or has developed practices that reduce the risk of work-related injury and disease. This award is not open for nomination, instead it is selected by the NSCA Board of Directors.

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Who can enter?The awards are open to any Australian operating business, organisation, alliance or individual in the public or private sector with a workplace health and safety initiative that complies with one of the seven categories.

Regardless of organisational size (with exception of Category 2 & 5), entries are judged on the innovation and excellence of the health and safety initiative and how well it meets the criteria.

Nominees from previous years are eligible to enter again with the same initiative however, must prove a significant increase in return on investment and improvement in the health and safety initiative since the previous submission.

Any third party suppliers/contractors utilised in the development of the organisation’s initiative must be recognised.

NSCA Awards Department

Telephone: +61 2 9213 6299

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.nationalsafetyawards.com.au www.nsca.org.au

Suite 901, Level 9, 418A Elizabeth St, Surry Hills NSW 2010

How to enter:a) Submission ProcessEntering the 2013 awards is simple and free of charge:

1. Visit www.nationalsafetyawards.com.au, click on the “How to Enter” button and follow the instructions to create an online account

2. Download the required official nomination template/s within your online account

3. Complete the nomination template and submit it via your online account by uploading it before Sunday 7 July 2013. Additional electronic attachments supporting your answers can also be submitted via your account.

b) Nomination templateAnswers must be submitted:• On the official nomination template• Within the answer box provided and be no more than 450

words in length per question• According to format (1.5 line spacing, Arial font, size 11).

Attachments (photos, incident/injury data, operational material, reports etc) that support your answers and strengthen your claims are encouraged and can be referenced in your answer. Up to 10 attachments (max. 5mb each) in Word, PDF, Powerpoint, Excel or Jpeg format can be uploaded at time of submission. Where supporting attachments cannot be uploaded, three hardcopies may be posted to the NSCA Awards Department (See left for details).

Please do not state “refer to attachment” as your only answer, instead elaborate and clearly explain the reason for its inclusion.

Applicants should provide adequate objective information to enable the judging panel to form a clear view of the integrity and performance of the submission. Clarity should be the prime consideration. Do not leave any answers open to interpretation - Judges will not “read between the lines.” For HINTS & TIPS see page 17.

Entry Details


c) Terms, Conditions and Agreements of Nomination Submissions

• The National Safety Council of Australia Ltd (NSCA) reserves the right to revoke any nomination made should it come to its attention that required information was not disclosed or an entry is deliberately incomplete or contains false information which would have affected the panel’s decision

• The judges’ decision will be final and no further correspondence will be entered into

• The grant of an award does not constitute NSCA’s or a sponsor’s endorsement of a product, or of the applicant’s total health and safety performance

• Nominees from previous years are eligible to enter again with the same initiative however, must prove a significant increase in return on investment and improvement in the health and safety initiative since the previous submission

• Any third party suppliers/contractors utilised in the development of the organisation’s initiative must be recognised

• The panel may, at its discretion, move a nomination to a more suitable category which is different from the nominated category

• Any supporting documents or material will not be returned to entrants, unless specifically requested

• The judges reserve the right not to allocate an award in a particular category if in their opinion there are no entries of sufficient merit

• Applicants shall not have had a workplace fatality or prosecution in the year for which they are nominating

• All entries must be original. The entrant must, where

applicable, own the intellectual property rights in the work, design or invention

• Entrants acknowledge that they may be required for further questioning, presentations and media interviews in respect to their entry and agree to take all reasonable steps to make themselves available

• In keeping with the spirit of sharing knowledge to promote Work Health and Safety management, winners agree to share their successful case studies with the public

• Please note: The panel does not necessarily have the knowledge of the details and background of the organisation or the submission topic. Therefore, please provide as much relevant information as possible

What is the judging process?A panel of expert assessors appointed by the NSCA conduct the judging throughout July and August. The panel will consider the nominations on the basis of the written evidence submitted, taking into account the nature of the work being carried out. To ensure the progression of your nomination, please ensure your answers are informative and clear with any supporting evidence referenced.

Under certain circumstances, the judges may require further imformation about your submission. Award finalists may be selected based on a worksite assessment/inspection and/or further questioning via in person or teleconference. All nominees must take reasonable steps to make themselves available for further questioning.

Entry Details


Before you start• Focus on what you do well from a WHS perspective

• Decide which of the seven categories best suit your initiative. You could nominate:

• In one category

• Across more than one category with the same initiative and/or

• More than once within the same category with an unrelated initiative

• Plan your submission with the deadline (30 June 2013) in mind. Do not leave your entry to the last day

• Be consultative and involve your management and team.

Preparing your nomination• Plan your time include discussion with relevant

colleagues, request specific information, answer all the questions on the nomination template and undertake a final review

• Before you begin completing a nomination template, read all the questions and have a good understanding of what you will include in each question to avoid doubling up your answers

• Answer all parts of the questions asked

• Provide your answers within the answer box (max 450 words per answer), using the correct font (Arial) and font size (11pt). Photos/graphics of your initiative are encouraged and can be inserted within the answer box or attached separately at submission

• Use measurable evidence to support your answers - results should be substantiated by facts and figures

• When explaining your objectives, ensure they are S.M.A.R.T (Specific, Measurable, Action orientated, Realistic and relevant and Time based)

• Attachments can be included at time of submission, but do not write “refer to attachment” as your only answer, instead elaborate and clearly explain the reason for its inclusion

• Demonstrate to judges your strategies are based on sound research, planning and consultation with stakeholders

• Answers should always be logical, concise and relevant. Use bullet points and subheadings to present your case. Jargon should be avoided and acronyms must first be explained

• Assume nothing - you can only be judged on what you state on the nomination template so SPELL it out

• Use all of the word count - and make each word count. An entry is no different to selling your goods or services to a customer - make sure your passion comes through.

• Allow time for a review process, proof-reading (by someone other than you) and final editing.

Submitting your nomination• Include any relevant supporting evidence as attachments

(you will be prompted to include additional attachments at the time of submission). This could include reports, manuals, photos of the initiative and of the responsible team and documents containing statistics in graphs/charts/tables.

• If you cannot electronically include any attachments and need to post them (eg manuals, DVDs, posters). please send three copies to the NSCA Awards Department (address below)

• Your nomination can be edited as many times as you like even after your initial submission, as long as it is before the submission deadline date (access to edit is via your online account)

• Submit your nomination before Sunday 7 July 2013, 11.59pm (AEST).

For further queries, please contact us:NSCA Awards DepartmentLevel 9, Suite 901, 418A Elizabeth St, Surry Hills NSW 2010Phone: (02) 9213 6299 Email: [email protected]: www.nationalsafetyawards.com.au | www.nsca.org.au

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About National Safety Council

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NSCA is a national, member-based, not-for-profit organisation thatprovides safety and risk consulting, auditing and training services toorganisations and individuals.

With over 85 years of tried and trusted experience, our professional team, the industry experts in all things WHS, work with you in providing sustainable solutions and protecting your most important asset – people.

NSCA offers a range of services including:

ConsultingNSCA’s team of expert consultants cover a wide variety of industries and backgrounds. Services include WHS management system development and implementation, compliance reviews, workplace inspections, hazard identification, risk management, incident investigation, emergency procedures, safety culture, gap analysis, property, plant and construction safety, manual handling and ergonomics.

AuditingOur WHS Management Systems audit services include desktop and site verifications, legal, policy and procedural compliance, gap analysis, National Audit Tool, contractor and supplier audits, risk profiling and audits tailored to clients’ requirements

TrainingNSCA is a registered training organisation (RTO) offering a wide range of training either at our facilities or at your organisation’s location. Courses include nationally recognised OHS/WHS qualifications including Certificate IV and Diploma, approved jurisdictional OHS/WHS training (eg Health and Safety Representatives), and training in WHS Harmonisation and Due Diligence, general WHS awareness, hazard specific, fire and emergency and customised courses.

MembershipNSCA members access a great range of benefits including expert advice, member only discounts on training, consulting and auditing services, industry information, subscription to Australia’s leading safety magazine National Safety and career development opportunities.

EventsNSCA conduct regular Breakfast Seminars ensuring members, students and clients stay abreast of industry changes and can network with like minded professionals. The prestigious annual National Safety Awards of Excellence recognise excellence in WHS.

WHS OutsourceThe NSCA can assist your organisation cover WHS positions nation-wide by providing qualified and experienced staff for short or long term contracts across all industries.



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