1. Topic 1 Work, Health & Safety 2015
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2. Work, Health & Safety Topic 3
Thankyou for reading the Information on this topic.
Please now view the slides to review information before answering the questions at the end of the topic.
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3. Work Health & Safety - General Topic 3 Part 1
2015
Work Health & Safety - General Topic 3 Part 1
Safe People doing Safe Work with Safe Equipment in a Safe Environment
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4. What is this training module about?
This module provides the participants with the ability to assist in creating a safe work environment by providing:-
information on complying with legislation
process of identifying hazards
knowledge of using safe work procedures in accordance with current control measures
ability to follow emergency procedures.
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5. Structure of Module Legislation WHS Consultation
MPC WHS Policy & Management System
Risk Management processes
MPC Safety Rules
Emergency & Evacuation Procedure
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6. Goal of Work Health and Safety
That you leave your employment here in the same physical/mental condition that you arrive in
(considering fair wear and tear)
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7. Legislation Work Health & Safety Act 2011
Work Health & Safety Regulation 2011
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8. Legislation legislation covers most of Australia. They provide:-
A consistent level of safety for all workers in Australia.
Reduced compliance and regulatory burden for businesses operating across state and territory boundaries
Workers with licences or permits issued by State work health and safety regulators will have the ability to move easily between jurisdictions.
A larger resource of health and safety information, which will help deliver clear and consistent information to all Australians.
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9. Legislative Terminologies
PCBU –Any “person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) includes a retailer, wholesaler, manufacturer, importer, owner driver……..”
(MPC is deemed a PCBU for the purpose of the NSW legislation)
Officer - An officer is someone who makes or participates in making decisions that affect the whole ,or a substantial part of a business or undertaking. eg Director, CEO, Chief Financial Officer.
Reasonably Practicable – What can be done? What is reasonably able to be done considering likelihood, degree of harm, what is known or ought to be known, availability of solutions and after accessing the above you might consider costs.
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10. Legislative Changes New Terminologies
Worker –all workers and includes employees, labour hire staff, volunteers, work experience students, contractors, sub-contractors, apprentices, trainees and out-workers.
Others – Clients, customers and visitors in a workplace are collectively known as “Others” and their duties are similar to those of a “Worker”.
HSR- Health and Safety Representative (HSR) play an important role in the consultation process between Workers and PCBUs.
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11. Legislative Changes New Terminologies
HSC –Health and Safety Committee (HSC) and can consider the management of health and safety across the whole workforce complementing the activities of the HSR.
This may include:-
Facilitating co-operation between the PCBU and Workers to instigate, develop and carryout measures to secure the work health and safety of workers
Assisting in developing health and safety standards, rules and procedures that will be followed and complied with at the workplace.
Other functions agreed by the PCBU and members of the HSC
Please refer to the NSW WHS Act and Regulation 2011 for further information
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12. Legal Responsibilities
Both MPC and Workers have responsibilities to ensure that their duty of care must be fulfilled so far is reasonably practical to make the workplace safe for all person(s) at the place of work.
There are Acts and Regulations with which all workplaces MUST comply. In other words, lack of compliance by any workplace with any of those Acts and Regulations places the offending workplace in a position where it would attract various levels of legal penalties depending on the severity of the non-compliance.
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13. Examples of Codes of Practices
Confined Spaces
Hazardous manual tasks
How to manage WHS Risks
Managing risks of falls
Labeling of workplace hazardous chemicals
Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work
Managing work environment and facilities
WHS consultation, co-ordination and co-operation
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14. MPC Health and Safety Committee
Phil Close – PCBU Representative
Allen Holmes – PCBU Representative
Vacant– Worker (Morning)
Vacant – Worker (Afternoon)
Vacant– Worker (Night)
Vacant– Worker (All Other)& Chairman
Elections for vacant positions will be held early in the 2016 process season
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15. MPC WHS General Policy
MPC considers the WHS of all persons working for the company, and those visiting the company to be of the utmost importance.
MPC is committed to:
The development, implementation and review of our WHS Management System which aims to prevent work related injuries & illness from occurring.
Effective consultation of all levels within the company structure
Continuous improvement
Providing appropriate resources
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16. Risk Management Process
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17. Risk Management Definitions
Risk – The possibility that harm (death, injury or illness) might occur when exposed to the hazard.
Hazard –means a situation or thing that has the potential to harm a person. (Hazards at work may include noisy machinery, a moving forklift, chemicals, electricity, work at heights , a repetitive job, bullying and violence at the workplace.)
Risk Control – taking action to eliminate health and safety risks so far as is reasonably practicable, and if that is not possible, minimizing the risks so far as is reasonably practicable. Eliminating the hazard will also eliminate any risks associated with the hazard.
Incident – Something that’s happened that could have caused an injury but didn’t – “near misses”.
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18. Risk Identification
MPC relies on all employees to report all hazards, accidents and incidents (including near misses) so that they can be investigated and hazards assessed and controlled.
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19. Risk Identification At MPC hazards are identified through:
Workplace Inspections
Injury Register
Incident Accident Investigations
Employee Hazard Identification
Risk Assessments
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20. Risk Assessment
Once a hazard has been identified, MPC in consultation with their employees determines how likely it is that someone could be harmed by the hazard and how serious the injury or illness could be.
This is done by reviewing any available information about the hazard. The type of information used will vary with the type of hazard but will generally include some or all of the following;
Hazard information i.e. MSDS, manufacturer’s information
Experience from the workplace
WHS Regulation 2011
WorkCover guidance material
Industry Codes of Practice
Australian Standards
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21. MPC Risk Assessment Matrix
RED – Urgent Green A.S.A.P Yellow - Review
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22. Controlling Risks Elimination or Minimising
Once the hazards have been assessed MPC will eliminate or minimise the risk as far as reasonably practicable..
Purpose
To make the job or task safer for employees
How
Controlling risks are ranked from highest level of protection and reliability to lowest.
Level 1 – Eliminate
Level 2 – Substitute, isolate or engineer
Level 3 – Administrative actions, Personal Protective Equipment.
To fix the problem a combination of the above methods may be required.
All risks can be controlled such as stopping the activity or providing instruction. There is normally options between these two extremes. Cost may be taken into account but cannot be used as a reason for doing nothing.
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23. Implementing Controls
Control measures usually requires changes and it is usually necessary to support control measures with:
Revised work procedures
Additional Training
Supervision to ensure correct implementation
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24. Effective Control Measures
MPC ensures control measures remain effective by:
Accountability for health and safety
Maintenance of plant and equipment
Up to date training and competency
Up to date hazard information
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25. Reviewing Controls Control measure are reviewed when:
Control is not effective
Before a change is likely
A new hazard is identified
Consultation indicates a review
If a HSR (Health & Safety Representative) requests a review
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26. MPC Risk Assessment Records Why keep records?
Demonstrates possible compliance
Demonstrates how decisions were made
Assists targeting training
Provides a basis for safe work procedures
Allow easier review of risk assessments
Demonstrates to others that health and safety risks are being managed
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27. Consultation
A team approach is the most effective way of controlling hazards and risks.
Workers should:
Report unsafe conditions immediately:-
Advise your Foreman/Leading Hand and or complete an Employee Hazard Report form available in the lunchroom.
Report incidents or accidents including near misses:-
Advise your Foreman/Leading Hand and complete an Incident/Accident Report Form available in the lunchroom
MPC should:
Take action to identify and minimise risks
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28. TO DO NOTHING IS NOT AN OPTION.
REMEMBER
TO DO NOTHING IS NOT AN OPTION.
You or MPC may be liable
So report hazards, incidents and near misses
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29. MPC General Safety Rules
Reduce the risk of being injured or injuring others by adhering to MPC General Safety Rules.
Always wear PPE that is in good condition when required
Running or skylarking in any part of the factory is hazardous and forbidden (e.g. rushing, chasing, fighting, wrestling, throwing any item, hosing others)
Do not operate machinery unless training has been provided, authorisation from your supervisor and safety guards are in place.
Do not use hot water or compressed air to wash boots or personal equipment while still wearing them.
Do not use hazardous substances or chemicals without training, PPE and authorisation.
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30. MPC General Safety Rules
Use designated walkways when moving between work sections/areas.
Ensure effective communication when working with or near mobile plant
Don’t arrive at work overtired or under the influence of alcohol or drugs (prescribed or illegal).
Bullying and violence will not be tolerated.
Work within your physical capability (lifting, reaching, repetitive movements).
Don’t perform any action/task unless you are trained and confident you are following MPC procedures. (Ask your supervisor if in doubt).
Drive to conditions in car park (not exceeding 10kph) considering other vehicles and pedestrians.
Pedestrians should avoid walking behind vehicles when traversing the car park (you may be unsighted by the driver).
Never leave factory grounds without permission after starting your shift or during evacuation situations.
Understand and obey signage throughout the factory.
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31. Signage Emergency Information Signs Prohibition Signs Warning Signs
Danger Signs
Mandatory Signs
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32. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
All PPE provided must be worn by employees.
Employees are responsible for the maintenance and cleaning of PPE.
Compulsory areas for PPE are signposted with “mandatory signs” (blue on white).
Examples include wearing:
Hearing protection
Eye protection
Hard hats
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33. Mobile Plant MPC uses mobile plant throughout the factory.
Warning signs (black on yellow) are displayed
Look out for all mobile plant and listen for horns.
Do not be a passenger on mobile plant.
Use walkways provided to ensure safety.
Do not approach a forklift without first the operator indicating it is safe to approach
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34. Confined Spaces What is a Confined Space?
An enclosed or partially enclosed space.
What hazards can be associated with a confined space?
1. Oxygen Deficiency
2. Oxygen Excess
3. Fire and explosion
4. Wet slippery surfaces
5. Hot Work
6. Falls
NOTE: ONLY TRAINED AND APPROVED (COMPETENT) PERSONS CAN ENTER AND WORK IN A CONFINED SPACE.
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35. Hazardous Substances Legal Requirements
All substances (i.e. containers) must be clearly marked
MPC must have a current Material Safety Data Sheet for all substances
MPC must have a register of all hazardous substances
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36. Hazardous Substances Employee Requirements
Only use chemicals at the approved dilution for the task being performed.
Don’t use any substance unless you understand the hazards and safe working instructions of the substance, and are authorised to do so.
Never empty substances into an unlabelled container
Never empty substances into drains or on the ground – always adhere to safe disposal rules
Follow all safety instructions and company rules
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37. Emergency Evacuation Procedures
Alarm Sounds – (maybe Testing, Drill or Real emergency)
Stage 1 Alarm – Prepare to leave
Stage 2 Alarm – Immediately leave through nearest clear fire exit door
Emergency Assembly Point
Procedure quickly to location (See next slide), don’t run
Emergency Personnel
Nominated Emergency personnel should implement emergency procedures as per their role.
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38. Emergency Assembly Point
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39. AREA WARDEN DUTIES Responsibilities Evacuate personnel
Communicate with ERT members/Chief Warden
Report area status
Account for all area personnel
Supervision of area personnel
Procedures
Proceed to your area
Direct evacuation
Account for all personnel/Advise Deputy Chief Warden of any personnel not accounted for
Stop machinery/close doors as areas are cleared if safe
Report status to Chief Warden at control panel
Supervise area employees at Emergency Assembly Point
Await "All Clear" from Chief Warden
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40. Emergency & Evacuation Procedure
Persons are not permitted to re-enter the building until the “all clear” has been announced by the Chief Warden or Deputy Chief Warden.
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41. Hazardous Manual Tasks Topic 3 Part 2
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42. Aim
To provide participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively identify hazards and to assess and control risks arising from manual handling tasks.
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43. Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this session, the participants should be able to recognise manual handling risks in tasks, and in consultation, decide the best way to eliminate or minimise them.
Participants should be able to recognise the basic principles which are relevant to manual handling.
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44. What is a hazardous manual task? (manual handling)
Manual handling means any activity that involves lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying or otherwise moving, holding or restraining any animate or inanimate object. This may also include sustained or awkward postures or repetitive movements.
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45. Manual Handling Injuries
Manual Handling injuries occur when there is a mismatch between the physical requirements of the job and the physical capacity of the worker.
Usually sprains and strains to muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints associated with over exertion or physical stress while handling loads.
Not just heavy lifting, also repetitive or forceful movements (i.e. sorting nuts)
Injury is not usually caused at a specific moment but is the cumulative effect of strain/fatigue on muscles and ligaments.
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46. Types of muscle work Static (supporting objects)
Muscle contraction and no movement
Dynamic (lifting and putting down objects)
Muscle contraction and movement
In dynamic muscle work blood flushes out waste products (lactic acid & CO²) but in static muscle work, waste products (lactic acid & CO²) build up.
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47. Principles of Biomechanics
For our bodies to move, the muscles have to pull on the bones of our arms, legs and back. The bones are therefore like levers.
A weight at a short distance from the fulcrum requires less effort to move than the same weight further away.
So the closer something is to your body when you are lifting it, the less stress there is and the risk of injury is therefore lower.
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48. Principles of Biomechanics
50kg
The spine can sometimes be used as a lever, although it was not designed to do so. The muscles of the back have to support not only the load but the body’s trunk. The force the back has to endure in this position can be 10 times greater than the weight of the load. Increasing the risk of injury substantially.
5kg
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49. Actions and Movements
The body works best, and most efficiently, if movements are:
performed in a symmetrical, forward facing position.
smooth and controlled
within the mid-range of the joint’s movement
dynamic and moving muscles
performance in an upright rather than bent posture
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50. The Best Posture for Lifting
Avoid twisting the back
Hold the load close to the body
Utilise the leg muscles
Maintaining the normal spinal curves, so not bending the back
Be in a stable position
Always bend the knees if objects must be lifted from low levels. A full squat to the ground is not necessary, but a semi-squat will transfer some load from the back to the leg muscles.
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51. Consequences of Poor Postures & Positions
Causes gradual damage to the muscles, ligaments and discs. (wear and tear)
Poor posture does not need a load to make it damaging.
(eg sitting on a chair)
People working in a sustained bent posture can experience back pain (eg working with broom with short handle requiring working in bent position)
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52. What you can do to reduce postures problems
Maintain a good posture for the duration of the task.
Vary their posture
Avoid bending or twisting the spine
Work with joints in mid-range, no over reaching
Rest breaks and stretch
Rotate between tasks (jobs)
Lift loads close to the body
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53. Basic Lifting Rules Plan the lift Clear the path
Move in close to the load
Place feet shoulder width apart
Secure your grip
Maintain normal curves of the spine
Hold your head upright
Power the lift with legs and body weight
Don’t twist
Use smooth, controlled movements
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54. Lockout/Tagout Topic 3 Part 3
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55. Lock-Out/Tag-Out Topic 3 Part 3
2014
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56. What is this Module About?
This module provides the participants with a basic knowledge of MPC’s procedures in relation to equipment lock-out and tag-out. At the end of the module, the participants will be able to follow the lock-out /tag-out procedure correctly and identify situations in which it is used.
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57. What is Lock-Out/Tag-Out?
Prevents an energy source from being accidentally turned on during equipment maintenance, cleaning or repair and advises other workers when and why the lockout/tag out has been applied.
Lock-out/Tagout is the use of a special lock with “danger tag” and personal key or a. “Out of Service” tag and “keyed alike” key
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58. Other Locks used (Not lockout/ tagout locks)
Locks are used throughout the factory to:-
Restrict access to areas
Restrict access to equipment
Secure guards
Keys must be obtained from your Shift Foreperson
You may need to fit a personal lockout/tagout lock after you remove the security lock
If equipment is usually locked but the lock is missing, please advise your Foreperson/Leading Hand immediately
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59. When Should You Lock Out/Tagout?
Lock-out is necessary whenever you are accessing, performing cleaning or carrying out maintenance around any machine where you or your colleagues could be injured by unexpected start up of the equipment or a release of stored energy.
Some jobs for which lock-out must be used are:
when you must remove or bypass a guard or other safety device;
when you must place any part of your body where you could be caught by moving machinery;
Dismantling equipment for cleaning.
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60. Lock with Danger Tag
Your personal safety system while working on potentially dangerous equipment
A danger tag is a red and white tag that is used to protect individual personnel and machinery and may only be removed by the personnel who placed and signed the tag. This tag may only be removed when the machinery /equipment is deemed safe and the individual has completed their task. Multiple lock/tags must be used when more than one person is working on an isolated energy source. In this instance one tag or isolation device is to be used on each energy source being worked on by each individual.
Lockout locks and danger tags must be signed for on issue and returned at the end of each shift.
Danger tags must be fully completed before being used.
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61. Lock with “Out of Service” Tag
An “Out of Service” caution tag is a yellow and black tag that is used to indicate the machinery/equipment must not be used. Details required on tag must be completed before fitting tag. The tag may only be removed by appropriate maintenance staff or a supervisor/foreman once the machinery/equipment is deemed safe.
The out-of-service tag and lock is not a substitute for a personal lockout lock and danger tag.
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62. When should ”Out of Service” Tag out be used
After notifying your supervisor (Foreman or Leading Hand):
of damaged equipment
of missing or worn parts
of possible safety hazards
(Don’t remove your Personal Lockout lock and tag from damaged/unsafe equipment until an Out of Service tag is fitted by your supervisor)
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63. Equipment Isolators
Most isolators are labeled with the equipment name but you should check with your supervisor that the isolator/s being locked out will isolate all equipment you will be accessing.
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64. Procedure for Equipment Lock-Out
AFTER INSTALLING YOUR PERSONAL LOCKOUT LOCK AND DANGER TAG
CHECK THAT THE ISOLATOR CANNOT BE TURNED TO THE “ON” POSITION
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65. What is a Hasp?
A hasp is a devise used to allow more than one lock (Lock with Danger Tag and/or Lock with Out of Service Tag) to be fitted to the same isolator.
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66. Procedure for Equipment Lockout
More than one person working on equipment
Last person with lock-out must ensure equipment is assembled correctly, safe to operate and all equipment used during the task (eg cleaning) has been recovered before removing their lock-out lock and the hasp.
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67. Procedure for Equipment Lock-Out
After removing your personal Lockout lock & Tag turn isolator to “ON” position
This is required to ensure no piece of machinery fails to start when a master switch is used to start processing.
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68. Exemption of Equipment from Lock-Out Procedures
Some equipment does not pose a danger in normal operating situations and are therefore not guarded or fenced off. When equipment is to be dismantled for cleaning or maintenance purposes the risk of injury is greatly increased and the lock-out procedure must be adhered to.
It is possible to safely clean certain equipment without any form of dismantling. Equipment that is not guarded or fenced off and does not require any form of dismantling for the purpose of cleaning may be exempt from the lock-out procedure.
The following equipment, for the purpose of cleaning, is exempt from the lock-out procedure: (any guard locks must remain fitted)
- Flat Bed/vibrating Conveyors (guard locks must remain fitted) eg Mainline & Secondary Sorting Tables or Flat bed
- Conveyors in Cracking room
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69. is not a substitute for a
Remember
is not a substitute for a
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70. Your safety and the safety of others is of paramount importance.
A breach of the lock-out/tag-out procedure will result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal.
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71. Personal Protective Equipment Topic 3 Part 4
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72. What is this Training Topic About?
This topic provides general advice about using personal protective equipment (PPE) to minimise exposure to risks associated with workplace hazards. It provides guidance on using, storing and maintaining such equipment.
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73. What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
PPE is equipment or substance that is provided by PCBUs (ie MPC) so that the risk of injury to workers is minimised.
Examples: Hearing Protection, Eye Protection, Hardhats, Gloves, sunscreen etc.
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74. NSW WHS Legislation Work Health and Safety Act 2011.
19   Primary duty of care
(1)  A person conducting a business or undertaking must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health and safety of:
(a)  workers engaged, or caused to be engaged by the person, and
(b)  workers whose activities in carrying out work are influenced or directed by the person,      while the workers are at work in the business or undertaking.
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75. NSW WHS Legislation Work Health and Safety Act 2011.
Section 28   Duties of workers
While at work, a worker must:
(a)  take reasonable care for his or her own health and safety, and
(b)  take reasonable care that his or her acts or omissions do not adversely affect the health and safety of other persons, and
(c)  comply, so far as the worker is reasonably able, with any reasonable instruction that is given by the person conducting the business or undertaking to allow the person to comply with this Act, and
(d)  co-operate with any reasonable policy or procedure of the person conducting the business or undertaking relating to health or safety at the workplace that has been notified to workers.
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76. NSW WHS Legislation Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011.
Chapter 3 – Regulation 36
(5) If a risk then remains, the duty holder must minimise is as far is reasonably practicable, by ensuring the provision and use of suitable personal protective equipment.
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77. MPC’s Responsibility
Ensure the required resources are available in the area under his or her control
Explain the reasons for PPE
Demonstrate the correct use and care
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78. Worker’s Responsibility
Wear approved PPE when and where required
Ensure that PPE is free of any defects
Keep PPE in a clean and hygienic state
Advise MPC when replacement is required
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79. Hierarchy of Control
The use of personal protective equipment is the lowest on the list of control priorities as is shown below:
Eliminate
Substitute/Isolate/Engineer
Administrative controls/PE
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80. Occupational Noise
Noise is a common problem found in many workplaces. Research has found that high levels of noise can damage your hearing. Losing your hearing is a gradual process, and is less noticeable than other types of workplace injuries. It is however, a permanent handicap for those who are affected.
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81. Why Hearing Protection is Important
Conductive Hearing Loss Sensory hearing Loss
Hearing loss in the factory would most likely be sensory hearing loss which affects the auditory nerve and CANNOT be corrected medically or surgically.
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82. Hearing Protection
The factory noise is at a level that can cause permanent hearing damage.
Deafness is a serious disability that has a major impact on the quality of life.
Hearing damage can be caused in a very short space of time.
It is essential that YOU wear the hearing protection provided at all times in the factory.
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83. Types of Hearing Protection
Foam earplugs
H10B Earmuffs – Red
H7A Earmuffs – Green
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84. Hearing Protection – Fitting Your Hearing Protection
Ear Plugs Ear Muffs
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85. Hearing Protection – Care & Maintenance
Foam Earplugs
If your PVC earplugs become soiled, you should disgard them in appropriate supplied bin and obtain new ear.
Replace earplugs after meal breaks before re-entering the factory
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86. Hearing Protection – Care & Maintenance
Earmuffs 
When not using your earmuffs, store them in a clean, cool, dry place. 
Do not stretch the band on the earmuffs as it will effect the clamping force of the earmuff.
If the earmuff becomes soiled, you can clean them with a mild solution of soap and water (this includes the foam insert). Rinse and then dry them with a soft towel.
Always inspect your earmuffs for cracks around the foam cups. If the cups are damaged have them replaced immediately by asking your Supervisor or The Manager – WHS/Training for a new hygiene kit.
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87. Eye and Face Protection
Why Eye and Face Protection is so Important
Thousands of people are blinded each year from work related eye injuries. Injuries that could have been prevented, if only people would have used eye or face protection.
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88. Types of Accidents causing Eye Injuries
The major types of accidents that cause blindness include:
Objects striking the eye; 
Contact with chemicals and other hazardous materials;
Being struck by swinging objects such as chains and ropes; and
Viewing radiant energy sources such as welding operations or lasers.
Compressed air directed into eye
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89. Eye and Face Protection -Protective Measures
Machine Guards
Work Area Barriers
Ventilation
Lighting
Signs and Warnings
Safe Work Practices
Personal Protective Equipment
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90. Eye Protection – Care & Maintenance
Clean your eye protection equipment. You can usually use mild soap and water. You may also use special wipes that are designed for cleaning protective eye equipment. Never use abrasive soaps, rough paper, or cloth towels. These items will scratch and damage your equipment.
- Always keep your eye protection equipment in good working condition. If it is damaged, have it repaired or replaced.
Store your eye protection equipment in a sanitary, cool, dry area away from moisture. 
- Read the manufacturer's directions and warnings before using any eye protection equipment. 
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91. Head Protection Why Head Protection is so Important
Your head is a very delicate part of your body. In and around your head are: 
- Your eyes, with which you see;  - Your ears, with which you hear;  - Your nose, with which you smell;  - Your mouth, with which you eat and speak; and  - Your brain, with which you think.
Injuries to the head are very serious. For this reason, head protection and safety are very important
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92. How Hard Hats Protect You
Hard hats protect you by providing the following features:
- A rigid shell that resists and deflects blows to the head;  - A suspension system inside the hat that acts as a shock absorber; - Some hats serve as an insulator against electrical shocks; - Shields your scalp, face, neck, and shoulders against splashes, spills, and drips;
and  - Hard hats may allow fitting of shields, goggles, hoods, or hearing protection
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93. Type of Hard Hat Used at MPC
Type 1 Hard Hats
Type 1 hard hats are designed to:  - Protect you from falling objects; and  - Protect you from some electrical shocks
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94. Wearing Hard Hats
- Always wear your hard hat while you are working in areas where there are potential head hazards. - Adjust the suspension inside your hard hat so that the hat sits comfortably, but securely on your head.  - Inspect the shell of your hard hat for cracks, gouges and dents. Inspect the suspension system for frayed or broken straps. If your hard hat needs to be repaired have it repaired immediately or ask your Supervisor or the Supervisor – OHS/Training for a new one. - Never paint, scratch or drill "air holes" in your hard hat. You may apply reflective plastic tape if you must work at night. Never use metal tape on your helmet because it can conduct electricity.  - Never carry personal belongings such as cigarettes, lighters, or pens in your hard hat.
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95. Breaches of PPE Procedure
The PPE provided is to ensure YOU remain safe.
It is a breach of company policy if the required PPE is not worn or is not worn correctly.
These breaches are treated seriously and disciplinary action will be forthcoming.
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96. There are NO excuses for not wearing your PPE!
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97. Injury Management Topic 3 Part 5
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98. What is this training module about?
This module provides information what happens if you are injured at work and workers compensation claim management.
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99. What is Injury Management?
Injury management is about ensuring the prompt, safe and durable return-to-work of an injured worker. It includes treatment of the injury, rehabilitation back to work, retraining into a new skill or job, management of the workers compensation claim and the employment practices of the Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU). MPC is a PCBU.
Everyone involved is required to cooperate and participate in injury management, including the insurance company, PCBU, injured worker, treating doctor and all treating practitioners.
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100. Why should MPC get involved in Injury Management?
The earlier an injury is treated and managed, the sooner the worker will return to work and recover from the injury.
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101. What Responsibilities does MPC have in relation to Injury Management?
If a worker is injured, a MPC must:
Attend to the injured worker as soon as possible,
Notify the insurance company within 48 hours of a significant injury occurring,
Notify the insurance company of any other workplace injury within 7 days,
Cooperate and participate with the insurance company to develop an injury management plan for the injured worker,
Implement and monitor a return-to-work plan for the injured worker, and
Participate in Accident Investigation to prevent further occurrences.
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102. What is a Return-to-Work Plan?
A return-to-work plan consists of the formal policy and procedures that an organisation must have in place to help injured workers and their recovery and return to the workplace. It outlines an organisation’s commitment to assist injured workers with accessing necessary treatment and rehabilitation, and specifies the steps to be taken to achieve a safe, timely and durable return-to-work.
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103. Return-to-Work Coordinator?
A return-to-work coordinator is a worker nominated by MPC, whose purpose is to assist injured workers with returning to work in a safe and timely manner. The return-to-work coordinator ensures that the policy and procedures in the worker’s return-to-work plan are followed.
The MPC Return-to-Work Coordinator is Allen Holmes.
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104. What are Suitable Duties?
Suitable duties are short-term work duties, agreed between MPC and the injured worker to assist the injured worker’s rehabilitation. Suitable duties must comply with a current medical certificate, and may include:
parts of the job the worker was doing before the injury,
the same job, but on reduced hours,
different duties altogether,
training opportunities,
a combination of some or all of the above.
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105. Must MPC always provide Suitable Duties to an Injured Worker?
Yes. Failure to provide suitable duties when it is reasonably possible to do so may affect MPC in two ways:
The cost of the claim can increase.
A penalty may be imposed of up to $ for not complying.
MPC does not have to provide suitable duties if:
The worker voluntarily resigns, or
MPC terminates the worker’s employment after the injury for justifiable reasons, other than the injury or fitness for work.
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106. Must an Injured Worker Accept Suitable Duties?
Yes. The workers compensation benefits of an injured worker who refuses a reasonable offer of suitable duties may be stopped or reduced.
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107. What to do if there is an Injury?
Responsibilities of MPC:
Provide the injured worker with:
First aid and/or transport to medical treatment
Provide worker with the name of MPC Workers Compensation insurance company
Official company name and contact details for MPC
A workers compensation claim form
Suitable duties and any assistance that will help the worker to recover and return to work quickly
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108. What to do if there is an Injury?
Responsibilities of the Worker
Seek medical attention
Notify the MPC as soon as possible (complete the “Register of Injuries” book
Obtain and Sign current WorkCover Certificate/s of Capacity
Participate and co-operate with development and implementation of an injury management plan
Make all efforts to return to work as soon as possible.
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109. Procedures for Injury Management
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110. Injury Management Flow Chart (1)
Accident occurs and someone is injured
Injury Incident reported to Supervisor
Injured worker receives First Aid (if required)
Record injury in 'Register of Injuries’ book
Seek further Medical attention for injured worker if required
MPC to notify insurer of claim within 24hrs of injury
Injured Worker to obtain Workcover Certificate of Capacity
Injured Worker and RTW Co-ordinator to communicate and co-operate in completing all paperwork and Return to Work Plan.
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111. Injury Management Flow Chart (2)
Hand in Medical Certificate and complete Worker's Injury Claim Form
Manager – WHS & Training completes Employer Injury Claim Form and forwards all documents to Insurer
Injured Worker participates in Accident Investigation (OHSHR11-204)
RTW Co-ordinator establishes RTW plan
Insurer determines Provisional Liability and approves/denies payments
Ongoing management by RTW Co-ordinator, Insurer and Treating Doctor
Issue of Final Workcover Medical Certificate
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