Graphic Design OH&S

08/04/2023 1Occupational Health & Safety

Graphic Design Studio OH&S


HOW TO IDENTIFY HAZARDS

Identifying hazards in the workplace involves finding things and situations that could potentially cause harm to people. Hazards generally arise from the following aspects of work and their interaction:• physical work environment• equipment, materials and substances used• work tasks and how they are performed• work design and management


Examples of common hazardsHazard Potential harmManual tasks Overexertion or repetitive movement can cause muscular strain

Gravity Falling objects, falls, slips and trips of people can cause fractures, bruises,

lacerations,

dislocations, concussion, permanent injuries or death

Electricity Potential ignition source.

Exposure to live electrical wires can cause shock, burns or death from

electrocution

Machinery and equipment Being hit by moving vehicles, or being caught by moving parts of machinery

can cause

fractures, bruises, lacerations, dislocations, permanent injuries or death

Hazardous chemicals Chemicals (such as acids, hydrocarbons, heavy metals) and dusts (such as

asbestos and silica)

can cause respiratory illnesses, cancers or

dermatitis

Extreme temperatures Heat can cause burns, heat stroke or fatigue

Cold can cause hypothermia or frost bite

Noise Exposure to loud noise can cause permanent hearing damage

Radiation Ultra violet, welding arc flashes, micro waves and lasers can cause burns,

cancer or blindness

Biological Micro-organisms can cause hepatitis,

legionnaires‟

disease, Q fever, HIV/AIDS or allergies

Psychosocial hazards Effects of work-related stress, bullying, violence and work-related fatigue


• Identify hazards – find out what could cause harm

• Assess risks if necessary – understand the nature of the harm that could be caused by the hazard, how serious the harm could be and the likelihood of it happening

• Control risks – implement the most effective control measure that is reasonably practicable in the circumstances

• Review control measures to ensure they are working as planned.

The risk management process


Assessing how things go wrong


SAFETY AUDIT CHECK LIST – EQUIPMENT

1. Safety Auditor’s Name ………………....……… Signature……………………........ /....../..... 2. Safety Auditor’s Name …………………....…… Signature……………………..... /......./...... 3. Other parties

Name Init Date Name Init Date

This checklist is to create awareness of what to look for in equipment, product and facilities. Anyone can take this list and complete a safety audit for assessment. This ensures we view all safety issues through different eyes. It’s an easy to use … Yes No Remarks Not Applicable type layout which encourages the safety auditor to look for general safety issues, but doesn’t limit the safety auditor to add "other" issues, comments or relevant information. It’s in two (2) parts – Equipment and Facilities. Always consider and read each part and tick the appropriate section and comment where necessary.

EQUIPMENT: Name of Equipment:

ITEM This is the item you are auditing appropriate column REMARKS The blank space allows you to write a remark

YES N/A NO

Extension cords in good condition and properly placed when in use (where allowed)

Fuse boxes in good working condition and protected properly

Lighting – adequate safe level, bulbs okay

Electric motors clean and in proper alignment

Safety devices all working on all equipment

Electric cords properly located and in good repair

Electrical equipment tested regularly and tagged? If applicable.

Working area clean and space suitable for equipment use

Pressure washer hoses in good conditions with no fraying or bulges

Electrical safety checks current? and tagged

Air lines to equipment in good safe condition

Are electric motors well maintained and lubricated and free from dust and fluff?

Are machine mountings, fittings and other attachments securely mounted to avoid or reduce noise and vibration?

Are intake and exhaust mufflers in good condition?

Are controllers and switches maintained to prevent current carrying contacts becoming badly worn, dirty or corroded?

Examples of a Safety Checklist


Types of hazard symbols

Name Symbol Unicode Image

Toxic sign ☠ U+2620

Caution sign ☡ U+2621

Radioactivity sign ☢ U+2622

Ionizing radiation sign ? ?

Non-ionizing radiation sign ? ?

Biohazard sign ☣ U+2623

Warning sign ⚠ U+26A0


Types of Safety Signs


Below are just some examples to watch out for:

• Slippery floors.• Open cabinet / desk drawers.• Upper back and neck pain.• Overuse of the hands / wrists / arms.• Stairs.• Eye strain.• Fingers, hair, clothing caught.• Not enough breaks / stretching.• Trip / fall over power cord.• Headache from eye strain.• Too much / not enough lighting.• Awkward seat position / height.


OH&S Safety Representative

Sarah Marshall has worked in the Occupational Health and Safety area for more than 15 years and has an extensive range of experience that shows through her work.If there are any concerns or suggestions that you may have, you can contact Sarah on 0400123456 or email her at: [email protected]


Under the workplace health and safety act, we have an obligation to let our employees know about the OH&S policies and procedures in the company. Employees also have an obligation to abide by these rules and procedures in the correct way. As a new employee for our graphic design studio, here is a list of OH&S requirements that need to be addressed and marked off:


• Knowledge of the nearest fire and emergency exits. • Posture when sitting needs to be in the correct position so that the

back is fully straight not slouching. • Daily exercise and stretches need to be done to improve

circulation and improving the posture of the body• Eyes need to be relaxed every 10 minutes by glaring at another

object then back to the computer screen.• When lifting heavy items, need to bend the knees not the back and

if unable to then have to call someone else for assistance.• If dealing with dangerous goods, need to make sure that the

correct procedure is followed as stated on the information on the goods.

• Employee’s duties to report any hazards or potential hazards in the workplace to the duty manager and/or the safety representative Sarah Marshall and document these in the company’s intranet service.

Aware of where the first aid kit is. I ...........................................have read the OH&S policies and procedures and have understood it. I have been explained what my obligations are and who to contact if have any questions. Staff number: Staff name: Title: Date...............


Equipment Safety Checks

To maintain occupational, health and safety within a business like our graphic design studio, equipment needs to be maintained on a regular basis. Things such as:• Tagging items of where certain items are like first

aid kit, up to date fire extinguishes.• Furniture and fixtures are in good condition and in

working order.• Maintaining the condition of the computer

peripherals such as cables wires and making sure that it is not broken or damaged.

• First aid kits are in date.


Resourceshttp://www.comcare.gov.au/

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hazard_symbol

http://www.means-of-escape.com/articles/529/the-common-language-for-safety-communication-that-can-bring-world-harmony/

http://www.hazmark.com/safety.html

http://www.artisansigns.com.au/oh-s/

http://westone.wa.gov.au/toolbox8/furniture/toolbox/drawing_room/803d01/step1.htm

http://www.signsgoldcoast.com.au/Default.aspx?ContentPageName=Safety%20Signs

http://schoolsignsonline.com.au/contents/en-us/d13.html

http://campbellcontractors.co.nz/health-safety/

http://toolkit.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au/part/4/21/101

http://www.comcare.gov.au/

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hazard_symbol



http://www.hazmark.com/safety.html

http://www.artisansigns.com.au/oh-s/

http://westone.wa.gov.au/toolbox8/furniture/toolbox/drawing_room/803d01/step1.htm

http://www.signsgoldcoast.com.au/Default.aspx?ContentPageName=Safety%20Signs

http://schoolsignsonline.com.au/contents/en-us/d13.html

http://campbellcontractors.co.nz/health-safety/

http://toolkit.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au/part/4/21/101


Further Informationhttp://www.workcover.nsw.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx

http://www.business.gov.au/businesstopics/occupationalhealthandsafety/pages/default.aspx

http://australia.gov.au/topics/health-and-safety/occupational-health-and-safety

http://www.deir.qld.gov.au/workplace/

http://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/sites/SWA/Pages/default.aspx

http://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/wsinternet/worksafe/home/laws+and+regulations/occupational+health+and+safety

http://www.assaohs.com.au/

http://regnet.anu.edu.au/nrcohsr/home

http://www.ohs.net.au/

http://www.safework.sa.gov.au/

http://www.weblaw.edu.au/display_page.phtml?WebLaw_Page=Occupational+Health+%26+Safety+Law

http://www.safetyline.wa.gov.au/index.html

http://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/worksafe/

http://australia.gov.au/topics/employment-and-workplace/ohs-workplace-health-and-safety

http://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/fullhtml/inforce/subordleg+648+2001+FIRST+0+N

http://www.ausport.gov.au/supporting/clubs/resource_library/managing_risks/occupational_health_and_safety

http://www.service.tas.gov.au/browse/Employment+and+workplace/Occupational+health+and+safety/


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