What policies and procedures should be considered when managing workplace hazards?
The four steps for managing WHS risks are:
- Step 1 – Identify hazards. Find out what could cause harm.
- Step 2 – Assess risks.
- Step 3 – Control risks.
- Step 4 – Review control measures.
What are the methods of controlling risk in the workplace?
organising your work to reduce exposure to the hazard. issuing protective equipment. providing welfare facilities such as first-aid and washing facilities. involving and consulting with workers.
What are policies and procedures in health and safety?
But what do we mean by ‘health and safety policies and procedures’? Put simply, a policy is a statement that you are maintaining the required level of health and safety in the workplace; this should include the procedures (tasks, responsibilities, rules etc.) you have in place to achieve this.
What should be used to control OHS hazards and risks in the workplace?
Systems that should be used to control OHS hazards and risks in the workplace. A guide for employers, self-employed people, and those with management and control of workplaces, who have duties to ensure health and safety under the OHS Act 2004. Was the information on this page helpful?
How do you control risks in your workplace?
As part of managing the health and safety of your business, you must control the risks in your workplace. To do this you need to think about what might cause harm to people and decide whether you are taking reasonable steps to prevent that harm.
How does a health and safety policy work?
Your health and safety policy clearly sets out how you manage health and safety in your workplace by defining who does what; and when and how they do it. This covers issues that can affect your workers and may need action at an organisational level.
Who is responsible for the management of hazards in the workplace?
Other approved codes of practice should be referenced for guidance on managing the risk of specific hazards. SWA is not a regulator and cannot advise you about identifying, assessing and controlling hazards in the workplace. If you need help, please contact your state or territory work health and safety authority.