Implement work safety requirements
4. Identify, report and record hazards
4.3. Scenario
With a partner, discuss the scenario below and use the Risk matrix on the previous page to identify the risk of the hazard.
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A delivery of office supplies arrives from the supplier.
The receptionist is away and so the boxes are left in the reception area.
- What is the potential hazard?
- How many people may come into contact with this hazard or be affected?
- How likely is it that a worker may be injured or harmed?
- How would you rate the potential consequence, if an injury/accident occurred?
- What is the risk rating?
Your HSR will often be involved in the risk assessment of your workplace but as an employee you also have a responsibility to:
- follow your WHS procedures
- report hazards and incidents
- be involved in risk management when required
- provide input into the safe working practices of your organisation
- suggest improvements to reduce incidents or illness.
Learning Activity 6
To complete this activity, read and respond to Activity 6 questions in your document Learning activity worksheet.
Record your responses in your Learning activity worksheet.
Bring this document with you to your next face-to-face class to discuss with your teacher and fellow students.
Bring this document with you to your next face-to-face class to discuss with your teacher and fellow students.