This course underscores the importance of a proactive approach to workplace safety, emphasising the importance of adhering to Work Health and Safety (WHS) policies and your duty of care. We look at the importance of following defined procedures in the event of incidents, including any near misses and associated injuries. We also overview important early intervention measures that contribute to a safe and healthy work environment.
The ready2work HSE series is designed for all staff and will typically follow from the ready2start series. With a basic grounding from the associated courses in that range, we can now focus on specific hazards and more detail. Workers should complete these courses at the very start of their employment and most titles would need to be refreshed every one or two years based on workplace requirements to ensure they are updated with the latest protocols and practices.
Understand the significance of proactive safety measures and the role of the Work Health and Safety (WHS) policy in ensuring a safe work environment. Learn to distinguish between incidents and near misses and understand the protocols for reporting such occurrences to facilitate timely intervention and preventive measures. Gain insights into the procedures for reporting medical treatment injuries and the importance of early intervention measures to mitigate potential risks and ensure worker well-being.
Topics include: Incident Management for Workers: Safety doesn’t happen by accident - Work Health and Safety Policy - Duty of Care - What is an incident and what is a near miss - What happens if there has been an incident or near miss - Reporting a Medical Treatment Injury - What is early intervention? - What do I do when I am with the Doctor? - What happens next?
