WHS

Which is the correct title for the relevant WHS legislation in most states of Australia?

• Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and Work Health and Safety Regulations 2011

• Work Health and Safety Act 2010 and Work Health and Safety Regulations 2010

• Work Health and Safety Act 2012 and Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012

• Work Health and Safety Act 2013 and Work Health and Safety Regulations 2013

What is the difference between a regulation and a code?

• Regulations are legally enforceable whilst codes are not legally enforceable, but they can be used in courts as evidence that legal requirements have or have not been met.

• Codes are legally enforceable whilst regulations are not legally enforceable, but they can be used in courts as evidence that legal requirements have or have not been met.

Which of the below is not a recommended safety procedure or instruction?

• Touching every piece of equipment, even if you have no idea how to use it.

• Undergoing operator training and instruction when using new equipment or processes.

• Disposing of spilt substances, dangerous products, sharps and waste, and cleaning equipment.

• Using appropriate cleaning equipment to clean spillages and breakages.

A hazard:

• is anything in the workplace that has the potential to harm people. Hazards can include objects in the workplace, such as machinery or dangerous chemicals – other hazards relate to the way work is done, e.g. hazards on a production line could include manual handling, excessive noise and fatigue caused by the pace of work.

• arises when it's possible that a hazard will actually cause harm – the level of risk will depend on factors such as how often the job is done, the number of workers involved and how serious any injuries that result could be.

A risk:

• is anything in the workplace that has the potential to harm people. Hazards can include objects in the workplace, such as machinery or dangerous chemicals – other hazards relate to the way work is done, e.g. hazards on a production line could include manual handling, excessive noise and fatigue caused by the pace of work.

• arises when it's possible that a hazard will actually cause harm – the level of risk will depend on factors such as how often the job is done, the number of workers involved and how serious any injuries that result could be.

Select the incorrect answer.

Safety signs should remain:

• Legible (day & night if appropriate)

• Correctly attached

• Correctly positioned

• In the packaging they arrive in.

Below are the steps in an evacuation procedure. Are these in the correct order?

1. Stop what you are currently doing.

2. Keep calm.

3. Exit the building as quickly as possible.

4. Assemble at the pre-determined evacuation area.

5. A head count will be conducted.

6. Return to the building when you are authorised to do so.

• Yes

• No

Below are the steps to safety in the event of a fire. Are these in the correct order?

1. Sound the alarm immediately.

2. Tell everyone to get clear.

3. Advise the fire brigade.

4. Fight the fire - if you have been trained to do so.

5. Evacuate the building.

6. Don't re-enter the building until given the all clear by the fire department.

2.

• True

• False

Which of the below is not an example of a safe work practice:

• Following WHS guidelines.

• Wearing PPE when required.

• Following emergency procedures.

• Drinking water out of open containers when sitting around electrical equipment.

What should you do if you notice a hazard?

• Tell no one.

• Report the hazard to your manager or supervisor.