Workplace Health & Safety

Working From Home Checklist

Working From Home Checklist

What is it and why have one? A working from home checklist ensures that an employer is fulfilling their obligation to provide employees with a safe and appropriate work environment in accordance with Workplace Health and Safety requirements. It is a guide to educate...

Hazard Management

Hazard Management

How to identify hazards in the workplace: Have you noticed something?Has someone approached you with an issue? In considering what is the best response to a hazard one should consider: What level is the risk?Are there any current control measures in place or is this a...

Risk and Risk Assessment

Risk and Risk Assessment

A risk is the likelihood of harm occurring in response to a hazard such as death, injury, or illness. Within the workplace, risks need to be appropriately managed to eliminate such, or if not reasonably practicable to minimise the risk as is reasonably...

Defining Workplace Health and Safety

Defining Workplace Health and Safety

Workplace Health and Safety– What is it? Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) is often referred to as Occupational Health and Safety. Employers must implement practices in accordance with Australian WHS laws to ensure the safety of all employees, customers, clients, and...