Getting started
Section outline
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Please review the following content, then attempt the Getting started activity to check your understanding.
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Workplace Health and Safety (WHS), also known as Occupational Health and safety (OHS) is a crucial aspect of any person’s working life.Injury and even death at work, is still a high statistic in Australia. It is very important you understand how to conduct your work safely so that you and your colleagues can be effective at work and return home safely.
Previously WHS policies focussed mainly on physical safety at work, whereas today WHS also refers to cultural, psychological and mental wellbeing at work.
The Victorian Public Sector (VPS) is governed by legal and ethical codes to ensure a safe workplace, appropriate resources and guides for safe work practices. As an employee of the VPS, it is your responsibility to follow these safe work practices to comply with WHS laws.
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