Work Health and Safety Policy
Workforce Hire (WFH) is committed to the proper management of the work health and safety (WHS) of all persons in the workplace. A planned and systematic approach to the management of (WHS) will be adopted and resources provided for successful implementation. WHS activities will be regularly monitored and reviewed for effectiveness and areas identified for continuous improvement will be reflected in updated policies and procedures.
Appropriately identified objectives and targets relating to workplace safety have been integrated into the Business Plan.. The measurable objectives and targets relating to WHS are nested in the quality, safety and training elements of that Business Plan.
Management is responsible to:
- Identify workplace hazards, assess associated risks, implement and review control measures using appropriate internal or external expertise as required.
- Ensure legislative compliance with the Work Health and Safety Act 2012 and the Work Health and Safety Regulations, 2012, approved Codes of Practice and Australian Standards.
- Provide relevant information, instruction, training and supervision to employees, contractors, visitors and clients, as appropriate.
- Ensure procedures are in place to minimise the impact of any work related incidents.
- Ensure that the agreed procedures for regular discussion between the owner/manager and employees are followed.
Employees, contractors, visitors and clients (host employers) are responsible to:
- Obey any reasonable instruction aimed at protecting their health and safety in the workplace.
- Use any equipment provided to protect their health and safety and the environment.
- Carry out their roles and responsibilities as required in relevant health and
- safety policies and procedures.
- Immediately report any environmental, health and safety incidents or hazards in the workplace to management.
- Ensure they are not affected by alcohol or any drug that may endanger their own or any other person’s health and safety.