safety induction gx
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Health & Safety InductionHealth & Safety Induction
Welcome to this overview. Please take the time to absorb the information on each
slide before moving on to the next.
At the end of each subject is a short questionnaire. Write the answers on the sheet and hand it to your manager when you have finished.
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Why Health and Safety is importantWhy Health and Safety is important
People - accidents and ill-health do harm.
The Law - breaking Health & Safety law is a criminal offence for which individuals can be fined or imprisoned.
The Business - health or safety incidents can have an immediate impact. Loss of confidence by customers and investors can be even more serious and result in job losses.
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Above all else, it’syour own attitude which has the biggest influence on whether you will suffer injury or ill-health.
think safety
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P.A.U.S.E.P.A.U.S.E.
P.A.U.S.E.for thought
PPlan each task
AAnalyse what might happen
UUnexpected - be prepared
SSlipping, tripping & sprains EEntanglement
P.A.U.S.E. for thought ...think safety
A millisecond makes all the difference
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Additional training may be required for your specific job.
Remember - safety is no accident.
Accidents will happen unless you prevent them.
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The LawThe Law
No-one is permitted to initiate or continue any activity, operation or process which puts people at significant risk of injury.
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Health or Safety?Health or Safety?
Health:They usually build up slowly over a long time.They may have physical or chemical origins.
Safety: (including property damage and fire)
Many of these happen very quickly.
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Why Accidents HappenWhy Accidents Happen
DDistraction UUnfamiliarity TTiredness CComplacency HHurry
Don’t go ‘Dutch’ with safety!
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Safety SignsSafety Signs
Circular = CommandsCircular = Commands
Triangle = WarningTriangle = Warning
Rectangle = InformationRectangle = Information
Red border = DON’T doRed border = DON’T do
Solid blue = MUST doSolid blue = MUST do
Yellow = WarningYellow = Warning
Green = SafeGreen = Safe
Solid red = FireSolid red = Fire
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QuestionsQuestions
3. What are the 5 most common causes of accidents? D _______________ U _______________ T _______________ C _______________ H _______________
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QuestionsQuestions
4. What does P.A.U.S.E. stand for? P _______________ A _______________ U _______________ S _______________ E _______________
Now go on to section 2 to learn about ‘Physical Care’ ...
P.A.U.S.E.for thought
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Physical CarePhysical Care
Section 2:Slipping & TrippingFalling ObjectsLifting and CarryingPushing and pulling
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Slipping & TrippingSlipping & Tripping
Slipping and tripping are the most frequent injuries. Don’t dismiss them as trivial - some cause serious injuries.
Look out! Don’t rely on your route being clear - hazards change without warning.
Cables (mains, telephone or data) Route them away from walkways or footwells under
desks. Use proper covers where cables are exposed. Route temporary flexes where they won’t be a risk
and remove them immediately after use.
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Slipping & TrippingSlipping & Tripping
Filing cabinets and desks Keep drawers shut except when
filing or retrieving a document.
Stairs and corridors NOTHING should be left on or near stairs Keep corridors clear
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Slipping & TrippingSlipping & Tripping
Carpets, mats etc. Must be fixed or lay flat. Holes must be repaired immediately
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LiftingLifting
Lifting accounts for the majority of injury absence time. Back injuries sometimes result in pain for the rest of your life.
Minimise manual handling consider alternative layout or system of work use mechanical aids get assistance for heavy or loads.
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LiftingLifting
Assess the weight, shape, freedom to move, centre of gravity, hand holds.
Secure grip (gloves?) keep back upright Never twist your back - do a 3-point turn. Move smoothly - don’t jerk. Take care when putting down
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LiftingLifting
Lift properlyAvoid stretching
Yes
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CarryingCarrying
Use a trolley if possible Check the route wear gloves See ahead Get others to hold doors open Keep clear of obstructions Put it down securely
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Pushing and pullingPushing and pulling
Where possible, use your thighs, hips and bottom to get something moving. Avoid unnecessary bending over and use of your arms.
Be prepared for sudden stop on uneven flooring
See where you are going.
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Physical Care QuestionsPhysical Care Questions
1. List 3 tripping hazards in a typical office.
2. How can you minimise manual handling?
3. When lifting, should you bend your back or your knees?
4. Should you twist or turn?
5. “Don’t be a jerk” - true or false?
Now go on to section 3to learn about PC use ...
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PC UsePC Use
PC use does not directly cause health problems, but incorrect set-up or your posture can cause pain in your eyes, neck, back and hands. Avoid these by ensuring that your workstation is adjusted properly.
Chair Screen Posture Exercise Eyesight
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PC UsePC Use
Adjust your chair see what each lever and knob does
seat height and tiltback height and tilt
your back should be supported and vertical you should be close to the edge of the desk your forearms should be horizontal when your hands
are on the keyboard your feet should be flat on the floor or footrest
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PC UsePC Use
Screen Position at approximately arm’s length from
your eyes screen should be just below your eye
level, at 90º to your line of sight avoid glare and reflections sufficient space for the keyboard adequate space for other papers / work use a document holder alongside the screen if
copying text
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PC UsePC Use
Sit up straight - don’t slouch or hunch your shoulders keep an ‘S’ shaped spine use a headset if telephoning and keying at the same
time
Exercise frequently: blink every minute or two stretch fingers, neck and back
every five minutes stand, stretch and move every hour
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FireFire
A fire requires Fuel Source of ignition Air (Oxygen)
Fire prevention and extinguishing removes one or more of these.
Igni
tion
Igni
tion
FuelFuel
OxygenOxygen
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Fire PreventionFire Prevention
store combustible materials safelykeep the lid on all containers except when removing the contents.
smoke only in safe placesfully extinguish every cigarette
keep electrical equipment, cables etc in good condition
dispose of rubbish promptly and safely
keep fire doors closed
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FireFire
If you discover a fire Raise alarm FIRST
Alarms are usually near exit doors from a building and on the landings on each stairs
If the fire is in electrical equipment, unplug / switch off at isolator
Use extinguisher only if the fire is small Smoke is toxic! Keep a clear exit route
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FireFire
If you hear the fire alarm Stop work immediately Ensure walkways are clear Switch off all equipment Shut all windows and doors Do NOT use lifts Leave the building by the NEAREST exit
Follow Fire Exit signs
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FireFire
Wait at assembly area Ensure your safety is recorded Do NOT go back into the building
until permitted to do so by a fire officer Assemblypoint
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Fire ExtinguishersFire Extinguishers
Water Red all over - no other colour Heavy ! NOT on live electrical equipment Remove pin, squeeze handles
together Point at BASE of fire
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Fire ExtinguishersFire Extinguishers
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Black area on label Use on electrical fires Use though openings into equipment Not ideal for a fire in an open space
(the gas will dissipate and the fire may re-ignite) Hold the handle .
Remove pin, squeeze handles together Noisy !
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Fire ExtinguishersFire Extinguishers
Powder Blue area on label Any type of fire Remove pin Squeeze handles together
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Fire ExtinguishersFire Extinguishers
Foam Cream area on label Liquid and wood fires Aim at back of fire
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Fire ExtinguishersFire Extinguishers
Foam Cream area on label Liquid and wood fires Aim at back of fire
Halon (now rare) Green area on label Use on electrical or other fire
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Fire ExtinguishersFire Extinguishers
Hose reel Open stopcock near reel:
turn it fully anti-clockwise(unless automatic type)
Pull out hose Open nozzle by turning it clockwise:
spray first, turn more for jet Aim at base of fire
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Fire: QuestionsFire: Questions
1. Keep fire doors __________.
2. If you discover a fire, do what first?
3. If you hear the fire alarm, list 3 things you should you do.
4. What extinguisher should you use on a fire in oil ?
5. What is the first action on an electrical fire?
Now go on to section 5 for electrical & chemical safety ...
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Electrical SafetyElectrical Safety
Route flexes away from risk of damage or tripping hazards
Repair or replace equipment immediately if coloured wires are showing damage to plugs , flexes or equipment equipment stops intermittently equipment gets damp (unless it is designed to
withstand this).
Don’t use multi-way adaptors
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P.A.U.S.E.for thought
Thank you for completing this presentation.
Please hand your completed questionnaire to your manager.
Remember that a PPositive AAttitude UUnderpins SSafety EExpert:PPlan each taskAAnalyse what might happenUUnexpected - be preparedSSlipping, tripping & sprainsEEntanglement
A millisecond makes all the difference