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Signage 2/22/2019
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Mandatory 2/22/2019
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Safe Condition 2/22/2019
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Prohibition 2/22/2019
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Warning 2/22/2019
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Fire Equipment 2/22/2019
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Fire Exit Signs 2/22/2019
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Risk Assessment 2/22/2019
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Risk Assessment Planning Organisation Control Monitoring Review
Risk Assessments are used by “Company Name” to reduce the risk of accidents through: Planning Organisation Control Monitoring Review 2/22/2019
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Risk Assessment Involves Hazard & Risk
An alien entering the company could Be hazardous! But the risk of it happening is Insignificant! 2/22/2019
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Hazards and Risks What is a Hazard? What is a Risk?
Something that has the potential to cause harm. What is a Risk? The likelihood that the hazard will cause harm. 2/22/2019
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Purpose of Risk Assessment
“Identify measures to protect health and safety” Prevention of risk Provision of information Provision of training 2/22/2019
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Management Regulations
Risk Assessments Management Regulations Chemicals Noise Manual Handling DSE Fire First Aid PPE 2/22/2019
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Who is Covered by Risk Assessment?
Employees Temporary workers Contractors The public 2/22/2019
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Simple Risk Assessments
What are the hazards? Who might be harmed? Is the risk adequately controlled? Can anything else be done? 2/22/2019
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Identifying People At Risk
Employees Temporary workers Visitors Contractors Young New employees Pregnant women Less able-bodied Lone workers 2/22/2019
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Display Screen Equipment
Ergonomics & Safe Working Practices 2/22/2019
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Health Risks Stress Neck and back pain RSI Eye strain Headaches
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Working Safely With Display Screen Equipment
Good posture Right equipment Proper setup 2/22/2019
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Display Screen Equipment
Good Posture Arm position Head/eye position Position at desk Glare/reflection Right Equipment Adjustable seat Space on desk Foot stool Document holder 2/22/2019
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Display Screen Equipment
Set Up Screen position Keyboard position Chair Work Patterns Take breaks Vary work Look to infinity Wear glasses if required 2/22/2019
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Welfare Facilities 2/22/2019
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Welfare Facilities Subsidised canteen Lockers Toilet facilities
Rest areas 2/22/2019
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Housekeeping It is your responsibility to keep your working
environment clean and tidy. This means putting things in bins, sweeping the floor and wiping down your machinery or work bench daily. 2/22/2019
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Summary You have a legal duty to protect your own safety and others.
Follow the advice of safety notices. Report any safety concerns to your manager. Don’t undertake tasks you have not been trained to do. Do not enter restricted areas without authority. Keep access routes clear. Maintain good housekeeping standards. In the event of a fire, raise the alarm. 2/22/2019
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Summary If in doubt ASK FOR HELP!
Use materials and chemicals in accordance with manufacturers instructions. Do not carry out electrical repairs. Wear personal protective equipment provided. Always be aware of what is going on around you. If in doubt ASK FOR HELP! 2/22/2019
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