Assignment title: Information


When planning work within your area of responsibility you will contribute to the WHS processes through documents containing WHS information. a. Provide 1 example for each of the following that you use in your area of responsibility:  Section of WHS legislation  Standard of performance  Code of practice  Guideline b. Explain one (1) of these as to how that WHS information is used to highlight 'safety' within your planningQuestion 2: a. Before commencing work, briefly explain how you may identify potential hazards as part of your 'work planning' and 'work processes'. b. Briefly explain a 'residual risks' within your area of responsibility. Question 3: Briefly explain why you need to keep a register of injuries. a. What would you include in this register? b. Explain how good housekeeping assists you in reducing the likelihood of injury or harm within the workplace. Question 4: a. As an example, when a situation arises where a staff member is under 'workplace stress' how would you assist them to reduce their level of workplace induced stress. b. Identify 3 possible causes of stress and then explain a technique that could be used to reduce one (1) of these. Question 5: a. Explain how a health care practice shares information on WHS matters with its staff. Identify three (3) types of specific information that could be shared and how would this information support less experienced staff to understand their WHS obligations? b. How would you conduct a coaching session with an inexperienced staff member to address these inadequacies? Question 6: Explain why it is important for staff to accurately report incidents. Question 7: a. What procedures (check list) would you implement to identify hazards and risk assessment? b. How do you identify inadequacies in risk control? Question 8: Briefly explain how you contribute to risk assessment and the significance of the 'hierarchy of control' in reducing potential injury or harm within the workplace. LA016451, Assignment – HLTWHS300A Ed 17 3 ©State of New South Wales, Department of Education & Communities 2013, Version 1, July 2013 Question 9: List three (3) emergency signals and/or alarms you need to comply with in emergencies. Against each, explain what the 'response' is for that sign or alarm. Question 10: a. Briefly explain the process for raising workplace safety issues. b. As there are benefits for staff and the practice with consultation and participation, list and explain two (2) benefits when staff are given the opportunity to contribute to WHS matters.