SAFETY INDUCTION

INTRODUCTION

All staff must complete the onlince safety induction for Fitzpatrick Group.

Visitors to the offices will be supervised at all times and given a specific induction as required.

WHS Rules

All workers must follow the WHS Policies at all time

Smoking is only permitted in the Designated Smoking Area(s).

No Swearing, Rude hand gestures, or demeaning comments.

PPE Must be worn when attending clients sites that require Hi-Vis or hard hats as instructed by the client.

Footwear – Steel Cap Boot (if required by the site)

Hi-Visibility clothing if required by client on their premises

Hard Hats if required by the client on their premises

I understand these WHS Rules.

Incidents & Accidents

All workers must report immediately an incidents or accidents occurring at work.

An incident and accident form must be completed and issued to the Manager within 24 hours of the incident/accident.

All incidents/accidents will be investigated by the HR Manager.

I understand the Incidents & Accidents requirements.

Licensing

All persons must have appropriate and current license if driving to/from client

I understand the Licensing and Permit requirements.

Workplace Bullying

Fitzpatrick Group have a zero tolerance to workplace bullying. Under no circumstances will any form of bullying or harassment be tolerated.

Workplace bullying or workplace harassment is any ongoing harmful or threatening behaviour by a person or group of people in your workplace that creates a risk to your health and safety.

It can happen in any kind of workplace, and the person or group doesn’t need to be a manager or someone in a position of power over you.

Bullying in the workplace may lead to serious personal impact on individuals and is never acceptable.

Any forms of bullying will be investigated and staff may face disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment if bullying occurs.

All staff have an obligation to report bullying if they witness it occurring in the workplace.

I understand the Workplace Bullying expectations.

Electrical Safety

All Electrical equipment must be inspected before use if it is older than 3 years.

All electrical Equipment must be tested and tagged.

As per WHS Regulations and AS/NZS 2012:2019
Any frayed or damaged cables please cease using immediately and replace the faulty equipment.
Only licensed electricians may carry out electrical repairs on the premises.

I understand the Electrical Safety requirements.

Worker Responsibilities

All staff must treat each other professionally.

Discrimination will not be tolerated.

Workplace bullying, violence or practical jokes is not acceptable.

Staff must take reasonable care of their health and safety and ensure that their actions (or in-actions) do not put others at risk.

Staff must comply with safety guidelines, policies and procedures of the business.

Staff must notify Manager of any safety risks.

I understand the Worker Responsibilities.

Housekeeping

All staff are to ensure that their desks are clean and tidy at all times.

All staff are expected to wash up and clean up after themselves in the lunch room.

Please throw food scraps in the lunch room bins provided.
If you notice any cords, trip hazards or broken furniture notify the Business Manager ASAP.

I understand the Housekeeping requirements.

Evacuation Procedure

Be aware of emergency situation occurting.
Check for signs of smoke/fire in your area and prepare for an evacuation.
Wait for further instructions from your Manager.
Ensure all workers around you are aware of the evacuation and evacuate the building via the nearest safe exit route.
Obey any directions/instructions given to you by a Manager.
Assist mobility-impaired workers to an appropriate emergency exit.
Exit the building in a safe, calm and orderly manner. Move at a quick walk, do not run.
Maintain one clear step between the person in front of you to prevent stumbling.
When our of the building proceed immediately to the designated assembly point, located across the road on Somerset Ave next to the McGrath Offices.
Once at the assembly point, take notice of your fellow workers and point out anyone who you believe to be missing to a Manager.

I understand the Evacuation Procedure.

Emergencies and First Aid

Workers must report all Incidents and Injuries to the Business Manager and complete an Incident form.

Workers must know the location of First Aid Kits and Fire Extinguishers. First Aid kit is stored in the kitchen. Fire Extinguishers are stored at Reception and in the kitchen.

Workers should call 000 in the event of an emergency.

Workers must know the location of the nearest Medical Facility. (Nearest is at Narellan Town Centre)
First Aiders are: Bryn Robinson, Pauline Campbell & Chantelle Warner

I know the location of the First Aid Kit and Fire Extinguishers.

I am aware of the First Aid Officers and Medical Facilities.

I understand the Emergency requirements.

Desk Safety

Feet should be able to rest flat on the floor. If necessary a footrest should be used.

Keyboard should allow the hand, wrist and forearm to be in a neutral position, i.e. close to the horizontal.

Screens should be at an arm’s length in distance away and placed so the centre of the screen is about shoulder height.

As with the keyboard, the mouse should be placed so the hand, wrist and forearm are in a neutral position i.e. close to the horizontal.

Document holders should be approximately the same height and distance from your eyes as the screen, and as close to the monitor as possible to prevent neck twisting.

Glare can be reduced by tilting the screen down.

I understand the Desk Safety requirements.

Drugs & Alcohol

There is a ZERO tolerance for drug and Alcohol use on site.

You must not be under the influence of Drug or Alcohol whilst at work.

Workers found to be under the influence of Drugs or Alcohol will face disciplinary action.

Workers must report any suspicious activity to the Partners.

You may not bring any drugs or alcohol to work.
Note that if you are attending a work function and do have alcohol please do not drink and drive and remember to drink responsibly.

I understand the Drug and Alcohol requirements.

Office Opening/Closing

When you are the first to arrive at the office please ensure that you are aware of your surroundings and look to ensure that it is safe to enter the offices.

If you are working back late and you are the last person in the office, the front door should be locked.

On leaving the offices ensure that you put the alarm on and turn off all lights.

I understand the Office Opening/Closing requirements.

Manager Notes

The Manager will now give you a tour of the offices.

The Supervisor will show you the First Aid and Fire Extinguisher location.

The Manager has explained these items.