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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 
More ebooks available 
Courses available 



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