2. Induction Process Induction programmes must be suited to the individual’s needs. It is necessary to plan carefully and prepare induction programmes with consideration to specific areas appropriate to each individual. Examples of considerations which may be relevant to induction planning include: Prior experience of the workplace – for example, this may be the new employee’s first job since leaving school; the new employee may be returning to work after a career break; or they may have gained their work experience in a different setting. The nature of the role the new employee will be carrying out and the working relationships that will need to be developed with colleagues in own and other departments. Adjustments that may need to be made with regards to the special needs of, for example, employees with a disability. These are just a few examples. The specific needs of the new employee can be determined during and after the recruitment process and be part of the preparation that is undertaken before the New employee joins the company.
3. Induction Process It is important to introduce the new employee to their new workplace and colleagues at the earliest opportunity. An introductory talk will be appropriate at this time combined with general information and the exchange of necessary documentation. This talk should be brief as the employee is unlikely to be favourable to detailed information at this time. Time must be set aside at a later date for this process. A tour of the workplace should be arranged to allow the new employee to view the organisation as a whole and to see how he or she fits into the overall picture. The new member of staff will want to get to know his or her colleagues quickly and become part of the team and time should be allowed for this to happen. Colleagues should be briefed on the new employee’s arrival and, if possible, one member of the department should be nominated to make sure that the new employee has every assistance in settling in quickly. Although the new employee will want to start work as soon as possible, it is vital that enough time is given to the induction process and that he/she is not booked up with anything which will prevent attendance on the designated induction day or induction meetings.
4. Safety Procedures When using the studio please follow these simple rules. NEVER MOVE ANYTHING BY YOURSELF. A lot of the equipment in the studio is large and heavy. If any equipment needs moving avoid back strain or other bodily harm by working with a partner. NEVER MOVE ANYTHING IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUS INJURIES. If you have pre-existing back injuries, other physical injuries, or health issues that may be aggravated by moving an object, notify a supervisor or manager and do not move anything. If you choose to move equipment knowing you have these issues, you do so voluntarily, and the Studio and staff, are free of liability. FOLLOW ALL SAFETY DEMO INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIFTING AND MOVING OBJECTS. Follow the safety instructions given in the induction. This will decrease the risk of injury. If proper lifting and moving techniques are not followed, the Studio and staff are free of liability. Other Rules Keep all food and drink in the designated areas. Food is banned from the studio work area. Food causes distractions and may cause hazards if dropped or spilled. Keep all exits free of obstruction and keep belongings in a designated area out of the way in the studio area. We don’t want anyone tripping over belongings and we always need a clear path to the exits. If a fire occurs go to and assemble at the designated area. Each employee in the workplace must abide by the safety rules and regulations. Any hazards noticed in the workplace should be reported to a supervisor or the manager. Any incidents that occur in the workplace must be reported and documented.
5. Equipment Safety Checks Check your workstation daily before starting any work. Check that power cables are fully plugged in to avoid electrocution or starting a fire. Make sure your monitor is at the correct height, so you do not strain your neck. Adjust your chair to a suitable and comfortable position to avoid back injury. Have a five minute break every hour to have a stretch. Make sure you have adequate lighting in your work area, so you do not strain your eyes. Keep any of your belongings well out of the way from obstructing walkways. Make sure your computer is switched off before leaving each day.
6. Safety Representatives Manager: Matthew Lade - Assembly area Leader. Supervisor: Jimmy Smith - Trained company Fire Representative. Supervisor: Sam Benson - Assembly employee checklist. Lead Designer: Jacky Jones – Notifying Authorities.
7. Existing & Potential Hazards Back Strain. R.S.I. Eye Strain. Stress. Tiredness. Overworking. Incorrect Monitor Height. Incorrectly Adjusted Seat. Food & Drink. Not Taking Regular Breaks. Workplace Harassment. Emergency Evacuation Procedures/ Fire Doors/ Extinguishers. Air Quality/ Ventilation/ Temp.
8. Controlling The Risks Stretch before starting work, throughout the day and after work. Always check your chair is in the correct position. Always check your monitor is in the correct position. Have a five minute break every hour and stretch your legs. Always check that you have adequate lighting. Eat and drink in the cafeteria. Leave work at work and relax once the work day is done. Make sure you stop working and go home when it is time to leave. Stay calm and leave if being bullied and report to a supervisor. During an evacuation process everyone exit the building at the nearest emergency exit. If a fire occurs, if possible the designated people should try to put it out. Make sure yearly checks are done of the air quality, ventilation system and air temperature to make sure all is running correctly.
9. Reporting The Risk The procedure for reporting risks is done as seen below. Forms can be found at reception. Spot The Hazard Assess The Risk Fix The Problem Evaluate Results Name & Date Not taking the advised Back and neck problems Supervisor will inform & People now getting the Matthew Lade Amount of breaks. Also R.S.I. & eye strain. Check to make sure required amount of breaks 20/10/2010 everyone has a 5 min & are without physical strain. break every hour. This is the procedure used at LADE Enterprises. After the assessment is done, it is copied and the file is put on record with others by the lead supervisor.
10. Meetings Inspection & Consultative Process Take a list of who has attended. Inform employees what this meeting will cover. Review what was covered in the last meeting. The Changes and outcome from the last meeting. Current Problems. Goals for the future. Plan for the future. Overview.
11. Emergency Procedure The procedure for an emergency is seen below. Forms can be found at reception. Problem Injury Damage Cause Location Person Witness report Date/Time Prevention Explain what Describe the What damage was The reason Where on premises Name/position. Name/position. When. How to stop this Happened. Injury. Caused. This Happened. Did it happen. from happening again. This is the procedure used at LADE Enterprises. After this assessment is done, it is copied and the file is put on record with others by the supervisor who was in charge at the time of the incident.
12. Employers & Employee Health & Safety Legislation Duties of Employers: (1)An employer must ensure the health, safety and welfare at work of all the employees of the employer. That duty extends (without limitation) to the following: (a) ensuring that any premises controlled by the employer where the employees work (and the means of access to or exit from the premises) are safe and without risks to health. (b) ensuring that any plant or substance provided for use by the employees at work is safe and without risks to health when properly used. (c) ensuring that systems of work and the working environment of the employees are safe and without risks to health. (d) providing such information, instruction, training and supervision as may be necessary to ensure the employees’ health and safety at work. (e) providing adequate facilities for the welfare of the employees at work. (2) Others at workplaceAn employer must ensure that people (other than the employees of the employer) are not exposed to risks to their health or safety arising from the conduct of the employer’s undertaking while they are at the employer’s place of work. Duties of Employees: (1) An employee must, while at work, take reasonable care for the health and safety of people who are at the employee’s place of work and who may be affected by the employee’s acts or omissions at work. (2) An employee must, while at work, co-operate with his or her employer or other person so far as is necessary to enable compliance with any requirement under this Act or the regulations that is imposed in the interests of health, safety and welfare on the employer or any other person. Maximum penalty: (a) in the case of a previous offender—45 penalty units, or (b) in any other case—30 penalty units.
15. OH&S National Policies Safe Work Australia http://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/swa/HealthSafety/OHSstrategy/ Occupational Health and Safety Information and Resources http://www.actu.org.au/public/ohs/resources.html (NOHSC) National Occupational Health & Safety Commission. http://www.accc.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/287509/fromItemId/815972/quickLinkId/815426/whichType/org