OH&SInduction Process for New Employees

Welcome to the

On Site OfficersOur 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

Safety Procedures 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

Emergency Procedures

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 000Report to the First Aid Officer

You will be directed with what to do next

Study the Map in the staffroom of all emergency exits

Risks and Risk ControlWhen 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

Make us AwareReport 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.

Safety ChecksRegular equipment checks

Clean and tidy workstation

End of day - Electrical equipment turned OFF

Daily inspections will be carried out by Safety Rep.

Your Responsibility 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

Signs and Symbols

These are important signs you will find throughout the studioThey are here to make us aware, give us warning and keep us

SAFE

Recourses

WorkCover Tasmaniahttp://www.workcover.tas.gov.au/

Safe Office Practicehttp://www.openerg.com/dse/

Workplace Standards Tasmaniahttp://workplacestandards.tas.gov.au/home