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Graphic Design Studio OH&S
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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
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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
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• 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
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Assessing how things go wrong
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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
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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
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Types of Safety Signs
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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.
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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]
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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:
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• 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...............
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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.
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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
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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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