Occupational Health & Safety - PDF Ebook

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This book provides a concise overview of issues and actions that every workplace manager, supervisor or employee should be conscious of. Good occupational health and safety management means reduced risks in any workplace, not only to individuals but also to the wellbeing, motivation and productivity of workers. This is a book for employers, business owners, managers, supervisors, workers or students – anyone with an interest in, or need to learn more about occupational health and safety”

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CHAPTER 1 OHS POLICY & REGULATIONS
Introduction
Defining a Worker
Worker Rights and Duties
Laws and Regulations
Policies, Procedures and Codes of Practice
Licensing Requirements
Compliance v Non-compliance
Ethics

CHAPTER 2 GENERAL WORKPLACE HAZARDS
What are Workplace Hazards?
Types of General Workplace Hazards
Vibrations
Temperature
Radiation
Electricity
Noise
Air
Lighting
Fire
Computer Equipment
Impact Levels
Occupational Epidemiology

CHAPTER 3 CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL HAZARDS
Chemical Hazards
Workplace Exposure Standards
Health Monitoring
Working with Chemicals
Chemical Classification
Labelling Procedures
Workplace Signage and Staff Training
Storage Methods
First Aid
Biohazards
Workplace Hygiene

CHAPTER 4 PSYCHOSOCIAL STRESSORS IN THE WORKPLACE
What is Psychosocial Workplace Stress?
Models of Stress
Types of Psychosocial Stress
Conflict
Bullying
Sexual Harassment
Job Security
Hours of Work
Workload
Autonomy at Work
Performance Measures
Discrimination
Equity
Burnout and Fatigue
Individual Differences
Neurodiversity

CHAPTER 5 RISK MANAGEMENT & CONTROL MEASURES
Duty of Care
Risk Management
Control Measures
Dedicated Compliance Teams
Design Factors and Workplace Signage
Staff Training & Education
Observing Safety Instructions
First Aid Kits, Signage and Training
Use of Personal Protective Equipment
Procedures for Dealing with Specific Workplace Hazards
Working with Machinery
Working at Heights
Slips, Trips, and Falls
Working in Confined Spaces
Lifting & Handling Goods
Working Outdoors
Working with Hazardous Materials

CHAPTER 6 WORKPLACE ACCIDENTS, INCIDENTS, & INJURIES
Dealing with Workplace Emergencies
Dealing with Workplace Accidents, Incidents, and Injuries
Reporting Procedures for Accidents & Injuries
Dealing with Physical Assault
Procedures for Dealing with Psychological Injuries
OHS Responsibilities
Workers Compensation
Rehabilitation
Further reading and study
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