Reference no: EM133918895
Questions
Follow Safe Work Practices for Direct Client Care
Employee Rights and Employer Obligations Regarding Consultation on WHS / OHS Matters
1. Provide an explanation of each of the following terms:
a. Employee rights
b. Employer obligations
c. Consultation on WHS / OHS matters
d. Name a barrier to employee involvement in WHS / OHS matters
2. Explain measures management can put in place in the workplace to encourage the participation and involvement of all employees in WHS. List 6 examples of WHS consultation that can occur in the workplace.
Measures put in place:
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Essential Knowledge / Skills
1. What is the name of the main WHS / OHS Act in your state or territory?
2. What is the employer's Duty of Care? Explain
3. What is an approved code of practice? Explain
4. What is a designated workgroup and what is their main function? explain
5. Whose responsibility is WHS in the workplace? explain
6. How might you contribute to the improvement of WHS issues? explain
7. What are the requirements for reporting a workplace incident? explain
8. Who do you report an incident to and when do you need to report it? explain
9. List 8 ways you could ensure fire safety in a person's home?
10. a)You are orientating a new staff member. How would you explain the hazards and risks of using manual handling equipment to this person?
b) What control measures should be implemented to ensure a new staff member minimizes the risks when undertaking manual handling?