BSBWHS201A Contribute to Hea;Th and Safety of Self and Others

BSBWHS201A Contribute to hea;th and safety of self and others

Student Workbook

ASSESSMENT – THEORY ASSIGNMENT

Student Instructions:

Write your answers in the space provided below each question, circle the correct response if Multiple Choice of True/False or provide written documents as requested under each question.

Question 1: (CE2 RS3)

Can you burn yourself using a printer? Explain.

Yes

·  If you remove the paper tray and place your fingers inside the printer to remove a paper jam you can seriously burn your finger on the drum or other parts of the printer

·  If you change the toner the cartridge can get very hot ( approx. 600oC)

Question 2: (CE3EL1.1)

Where should you place the heavy and light files in a filing cabinent to stop it from falling over?

Heavy Files at the bottom/ back

Light files at the top/front

Question 3: (CE2,3 EL1.1)

What safety precautions should you take with electrical cords on an office?

Watch for

·  Overloaded Outlets

·  Defective, frayed or improperly installed cords for electrically-operated office equipment

·  Improper Placement of Cords

·  Electrical Cords Across Walkways and Work Areas

·  Live Parts Unguarded

·  Pulling of Plugs to Shut Off Power

·  Working on “Live Equipment”

·  Blocking Electrical Panel Doors

Question 4: (CE1EL1.1)

What are the principles of safe lifting

•  Take a balanced stance, feet placed shoulder-width apart. When lifting something from the floor, squat close to the load.

•  Keep your back in its neutral or straight position. Tuck in you chin so your head and neck continue the straight back line.

•  Grip the object with your whole hand, rather than only with your fingers.

•  Draw the object close to you, holding your elbows close to your body to keep the load and your body weight centered.

•  Lift by straightening your legs. Let your leg muscles, not your back muscles, do the work. Tighten your stomach muscles to help support your back.

•  Maintain your neutral back position as you lift.

•  Never twist when lifting. When you must turn with a load, turn your whole body, feet first.

•  Never carry a load that blocks your vision.

•  To set something down, use the same body mechanics designed for lifting.

Question 5: (CE2)

What is a hazard , and what are the five ways of identifying hazards in an office environment?

The term “Hazard” should be interpreted as anything that may jeopardise the health, safety or welfare of workers, students or visitors. In an office environment, hazards may typically include manual handling (of office equipment), overuse injury (from mouse and keyboard use), work related stress, noise, glare, trip hazards etc

Hazards and hazardous jobs can be identified by:

•  reviewing incident reports and records to find out what has gone wrong in the past and could be problematic in future.

•  observing work activities to see whether safety precautions are in place and being used correctly, or whether the people involved are at risk of injury.

•  asking staff and students to raise work health and safety matters during regular discussions eg. during workgroup meetings (formal or informal). This might include discussion of recent incidents, maintenance issues, suggested improvements etc.

•  reviewing standard operating procedures to ensure that safety aspects have been satisfactorily addressed

Question 6: (RK1)

What type of fire extinguisher do you have in your workplace and what fire is it intended to put out?

Research and complete the table below.

Type of Extinguisher / Color / Class of Fire
Water / Red / A
Foam / Red + Blue / A + B
Carbon Dioxide / Red + Black / B + E
Dry Chemical Powder / Red and White / A, B E
Vaporizing Liquid / Red + Green(Yellow) / A,B, C, E
Wet Chemical / Red + Beige / A + F
Class C Fires / Red + White / Live electrical
Class D Fires / Yellow / Combustible Materials
Class E Fires / Red + Black/White / Electrical Fires
Class F Fires / Red + Beige / Cooking oils

Question 7: (RK1 RS3 CE1 EL2.2)

If the office was filled with smoke what would you do?

Raise the fire alarm

Get low to the floow and crouch or crawl on your hands and knees to evade the smoke

Can put a shirt or wet cloth over your mouth to assist with breathing

Question 8: (RK2RS2EL2.2 CE1)

Can you be electrocuted from removing parts inside a computer case while it is turned on?

Yes , however only if there is a faulty power supply with a bad ground connection (third prong)

Question 9: (RK1 CE1)

Where are the emergency exits and assembly points in your office?

Located at the side/back of the classroom

Assembly point is the oval

Question 10: (RK1 RS3)

In the event of a fire why is it better to go down the stairs instead of the elevator?

Electricity may be compromised and therefore the lift may stop working and you may be trapped

Or

The melting of the cables may compromise safety.

Question 11: (EL1.1)

If an employee fails to follow a workplace safety procedure after they have been trained to do so can they themselves be fined by Work Safe?

Yes

Max $55

Question 12: (RK3 EL3.1)

Identify a common hazard and suggest ways you could eliminate or reduce it.

Table 1: Examples of common hazards

Hazard / Potential harm / How to reduce it
Manual tasks / Overexertion or repetitive movement can cause muscular strain / Having regular breaks
Gravity / Falling objects, falls, slips and trips of people can cause fractures, bruises, lacerations, dislocations, concussion, permanent injuries or death / Having clear walk ways, not having resources stored up in high places, spills being cleaned up
Electricity / Potential ignition source.
Exposure to live electrical wires can cause shock, burns or death from electrocution / Regular service by registered electrician
Machinery and equipment / Being hit by moving vehicles, or being caught by moving parts of machinery can cause fractures, bruises, lacerations, dislocations, permanent injuries or death / Having appropriate signage and safety procedures in place (i.e speed limits)
Hazardous chemicals / Chemicals (such as acids, hydrocarbons, heavy metals) and dusts (such as asbestos and silica) can cause respiratory illnesses, cancers or dermatitis / Safe handling procedures in place
Extreme temperatures / Heat can cause burns, heat stroke or fatigue
Cold can cause hypothermia or frost bite / Regular breaks
Noise / Exposure to loud noise can cause permanent hearing damage / Provide ear protection
Radiation / Ultra violet, welding arc flashes, micro waves and lasers can cause burns, cancer or blindness / Appropriate protective equipment
Biological / Micro-organisms can cause hepatitis, legionnaires’
disease, Q fever, HIV/AIDS or allergies / Safe handling procedures in place
Psychosocial hazards / Effects of work-related stress, bullying, violence and work-related fatigue / Procedures and protocals in place for safe working environments.
Access to registered health professionals

Question 13: (CE EL2.5)

To whom would you report any OHS concerns?

Direct management

Designated OHS persons

Specialist personal (i.e. Maintainence)

Question 14: (RK1,3)

What are your rights and duties as an employee and if you were an employer regarding OHS.

EMPLOYEES must

1. Work safely to protect themself and othersfrom injury and follow all WHS instructions, for example:

•  wear all personal protective equipment provided.

•  follow safe work procedures.

•  not interfere with or misuse anything provided by the employer (equipment, signs, etc.) that is

•  used to keep the workplace safe.

•  not remove or change machine guards.

•  not behave in a way that puts themselves or others at risk.

•  respond to a reasonable request to provide assistance or first aid to an injured person at work.

..2. Report any WHS issues, including hazards, injuries, illnesses and near

misses

EMPLOYEES must:

1. Properly orientate,train and supervise staff to ensure safe work practices are understood and followed by all employees.

2. Consult with all employees, including YW, about decisions that will affect safety in the workplace.

3. Providesuitable personal protective equipment (PPE)to make sure workers can do their job safely and train workers how to use PPE correctly.

4. Regularly check WHS systems and procedures to make sure that workers are adequately protected from workplace hazards

5. Provide adequate facilities for the welfare of employees. This covers everything from providing suitable toilet facilities to conducting risk assessments on premises and procedures.

6. Be aware of employers’ legal obligations under the WA Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and the WA Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 and meet those obligations in full

Question 15: (EL1.2)

Describe how a computer workstation should be set up, including the positioning of arms, feet, back keyboard, screen height and distance, chair, table. You should include diagrams with your explanation.

What position should the wrists be in when typing?

Natural position, in line with the forearms

What height should the monitor be and how far from the eyes? Just under eye height to avoid looking up, arms length from the eyes

What ergonomics features does your mouse and keyboard have? Check for side buttons, scroll wheel, keyboard rest and layout etc…

How should the chair be positioned and what features should it have?

Legs forming 90 degrees, sit back in chair for lumbar support, up and down , well padded, extra lumbar support, high back etc…

Question 16: (RS2 RK2)

Matching activity – know that sign – Match each of the pictures to the correct description by placing the number next to each sign.

1.  Wet Paint / N
2.  Keep back straight when lifting / D
3.  Fire extinguisher / G
4.  Aisle must be kept clear / A
5.  Foot protection should be worn / M
6.  Authorised personnel only / C
7.  No smoking / F
8.  Flammable materials No smoking / K
9.  Telephone / L
10.  Safety harness must be worn / H
11.  Slippery when wet / J
12.  Fire hose / I
13.  Eye protection must be worn / E
14.  Head protection must be worn / O
15.  Hand protection must be worn / B

Question 17: (RS2, RK2)

What is a workplace hazard and how do you manage/control a hazard? Use examples.

The term “Hazard” should be interpreted as anything that may jeopardies the health, safety or welfare of workers, students or visitors. In an office environment, hazards may typically include manual handling (of office equipment), overuse injury (from mouse and keyboard use), work related stress, noise, glare, trip hazards etc

Hazards need to be identified, reported and resolved. This can be done when workplaces have good workplace procedures and protocols in place.

For example if a person is injured from a fall, the cause of the fall should be identified fixed. The incident should be officially recorded on a incident document.

If further action is required for example new protocol then this should be implemented

Question 18: (RS2, RK2)

Interpret the following safety signs and notices.

Eye Wash

Floors are wet

Wheelchair access

Area is at risk of fire (be careful not to spark)

First aid sign (get assistance here)

Assembly point for workers in a emergency

Wear protective gear (Hat)

Only authorized people are allowed access in this area

Rapid stop for emergency shut down (electrical/gas)

Question 19: (Rk1,3 RS3,2 EL1.2 EL2.2 EL2.4)

Answer the following case study

Chelmsford is a large town in which Norwhich Insurance Company is located. You are the receptionist and required to open all mail, stamp it with the date stamp and then distribute it to the recipients. Today you notice that one envelope is strangely addressed to “The Manager” and you notice that the sides of the envelope have been taped up with sticky tape. You can see some sort of white powder oozing through. The substance looks suspicious. Explain what you would do and why. What initial pre-start checks should you do with the post that arrives.

Initiate emergency evacuation procedures as the white powder could be chemical of nature (i.e harmful).

Emergency procedures include briefing the relevant people,

Contact emergency services

Ensuring that all staff and visitors are evacuated to assembly point,

Account for all employees and visitors on site,

Allow emergency services to investigate the powder and dispose of correctly.

Ensure all mail is intact and addressed to a specific member of staff.

Question 20: (RK1 EL1.3)

Describe the emergency procedures for fires and accidents at your school.

Fire Evacuation – Continuous siren.

All staff, students and visitors to assemble on the oval.

Staff fire marshals to ensure all buildings are empty and all external doors are locked.

Fire Marshalls to ensure all staff, students and visitors are accounted for.

When everything is all clear then access to the school will be allowed.

Any accidents are to be reported to supervisors and front office. If treatment is needed documentation must be filled in and filed.

Question 21: (EL2.4 3.2 RS1)

How would you report a workplace hazard, incident and injury?

WorkSafe encourages a consultative process where workplace safety complaints are first reported in the workplace and attempted to be resolved in house.

An employee has a legal duty under section 20 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984 to report any hazards they observe in their workplaceto the employer.

This might include involving elected safety and health representatives in order to bring the complaint to the attention of management.

Where consultation in the workplace has not resolved the problem it may be necessary to report the matter to WorkSafe and request an inspector’s intervention.

You can contact WorkSafe by calling 1300 307 877, by email or by writing to Locked Bag 14, Cloisters Square, PERTH, WA 6850

Website – worksafe.wa.gov.au