1. USQ Student Safety Induction Training
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2. INSTRUCTIONS
Complete the presentation and explore any links to clarify points
Use the forward and backwards at the bottom of the page to progress or review at your own pace
When completed, have your name recorded by your lecturer/supervisor
PLEASE NOTE – there is no sound on this training module

3. WHY IS SAFETY IMPORTANT?
All organisations in Australia must comply with Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws and regulations set by state governments. In Queensland, this is the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, as well as various other supporting documents.
The University of Southern Queensland has a duty to identify hazards, eliminate risks to physical and psychological health, and maintain a working environment that is safe and without risk to health.
This module has been designed to increase your awareness of safety and educate you about the policies and procedures at USQ designed to make it a healthy and safe place to learn and work.
Please follow the link to USQ’s Workplace Health & Safety Policy.

4. SAFETY AWARENESS – YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
As a student you are classified as a “worker” or “other person” and have duties imposed on you by the Act. These duties include:
Taking reasonable care for your own health and safety
Taking reasonable care that your acts or omissions do not adversely affect others
Complying with instructions given by the University
Co-operating with policies and procedures related to health and safety

5. SAFETY AWARENESS – YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES (CONT)
What are your health & safety responsibilities?
Comply with workplace health and safety instructions;
Take corrective action to eliminate hazards at work, or report those hazards which cannot be immediately corrected;
Seek appropriate first aid / treatment for injuries & illnesses, and report on the appropriate form;
Use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the University;
Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures;
Not willfully or recklessly interfere with or misuse any health and safety equipment;
Not willfully place at risk the health and safety of anyone at the University; and
Not willfully injure themselves.

6. LEARNING AND WORKING SAFELY AT USQ
While we all have a legal obligation to comply with policy and procedures relating to workplace health and safety at USQ; you can also help prevent injuries to yourself and others by taking some simple precautions. These include:
Making sure your own work area is tidy and without hazards;
Making sure your workstation is set up correctly;
Learning the basics of safe manual handling;
Using safety and personal protective equipment properly where applicable;
Practicing defensive driving and observing campus speed limits; and
Managing your stress levels.
For comprehensive information on health and safety at USQ, visit the Health & Safety website.

7. SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS
The most common cause of non-fatal injuries in the Australian workplace is slips, trips and falls.
Slips can be caused by:
Spillages, or wet and oily floor surfaces
Loose or uplifting mats or rugs
Obstruction of view and poor lighting
Electrical cords incorrectly positioned across walkways
Drawers & doors of desks and cabinets left open
Have a look around - can you identify any potential slip hazards?

8. ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
Electrical equipment and appliances have the potential to cause quite serious shock, burns and electrocution.
The most common electrical hazards are:
Overloaded power sockets
Unsafe or defective equipment and cords
Incorrect placement of electrical equipment
Electrical equipment should be treated with caution and any damaged or faulty equipment reported and immediately replaced.
Certain equipment used in the workplace must be tested and tagged. For more information, follow the link to the Electrical Equipment Testing and Tagging site.

9. CHEMICAL HAZARDS
Many substances are used across the University for a variety of tasks, including painting, screen printing, graffiti removal as well as standard office substances such as dishwashing detergents.
For the substances that have been identified as hazardous, there is a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) available at the location. These are located close to the substance for information regarding the nature of the substance, health hazard information, precautions for use and first aid information.
Refer to the USQ Hazardous Substances Procedure Manual for effective management of any chemicals or substances used on site.
Remember:
Do not mix chemicals
Ensure that all chemicals are labeled
Do not use a chemical if it is unlabelled

10. REPORTING INCIDENTS AND HAZARDS
All incidents and hazards at USQ are to be reported immediately to your lecturer, supervisor or a staff member.
Your lecturer, supervisor or staff member will log the incident or hazard on the online reporting system, UniHIRTS.
Remember: The main purpose for reporting incidents and hazards is to prevent recurrences and further incidents.

11. DRUGS AND ALCOHOL Guidelines for Students:
Do NOT enter the University while adversely affected by alcohol or drugs. If you do, you may expose yourself and others to unnecessary health and safety risks.
Some prescribed medication may affect your work. If you or your doctors believe your medication may affect your work, please advise your supervisor/lecturer.
Smoking is prohibited on University properties, worksites and within University vehicles. Smoking is only permitted within the published designated smoking areas.

12. RECORD OF TRAINING Thank you - you have completed the presentation.
Please ensure your lecturer/supervisor records your name as completed.