Our Culture

Office Induction

INTRODUCTION

Further to the General Induction Training required for all construction workers, we provide this site-specific induction for all workers, labour hire workers and contractors prior to any work being conducted for this project.

Visitors to the site will be supervised at all times and given a specific induction as required.

WHS Rules

  • All workers must follow the WHS Management Plan
  • Smoking is only permitted in the Designated Smoking Area(s).
  • No Swearing, Rude hand gestures, or demeaning comments.
  • PPE Must be worn when attending sites that require PPE including;
  • Footwear – Steel Cap Boots.
  • Hi-Visibility clothing if working around mobile plant, warehouse or manufacturing areas.
  • Hard Hats – if required by the client at their premises.

Incidents & Accidents

  • All workers must report immediately any incidents or accidents occurring at work.
  • An incident and accident form must be completed and issued to the Manager within 24 hours of the incident/accident.
  • ll incidents/accidents will be investigated by the HR Manager.

Licensing

  • All persons must have appropriate and current license if driving to/from a client’s office.

COVID Safety

In the following scenarios staff cannot attend work if they have:

  • If they have returned from a COVID-19 hot spot
  • irected by a Government Body (i.e. NSW Health) to self-isolate.
  • Been in close contact with a confirmed case of coronavirus in the last 14 days (they must isolate themselves for 14 days after the date of the last contact with the confirmed case)
  • Employees who have symptoms of acute respiratory illness are recommended to stay home and not come to work until they are free of fever (37.8° C] or greater using an oral thermometer), signs of a fever, and any other symptoms for at least 24 hours, without the use of fever-reducing or other symptom-altering medicines (e.g. cough suppressants). Employees should notify their supervisor and stay home if they are sick.
  • Any forms of bullying will be investigated and staff may face disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment if bullying occurs.
  • All staff have an obligation to report bullying if they witness it occurring in the workplace.

Employees who are in isolation due to one of the above situations should alert their Manager. Depending on the type of work, and providing the employee is well, flexible work options from home maybe offered but this will be determined on a case by case basis. If working from home is not viable the employee will be able to access Personal Carer’s Leave or annual leave entitlements.

COVID Safety Practices should occur:

  • Staff should regularly clean their equipment
  • Do not shake hands with staff, clients & visitors
  • Wear a mask if not able to socially distance from others
  • Keep 1.5 metres distance from others

Workplace Bullying

  • The Company has a zero tolerance to workplace bullying. Under no circumstances will any form of bullying or harassment be tolerated.
  • Workplace bullying or workplace harassment is any ongoing harmful or threatening behaviour by a person or group of people in your workplace that creates a risk to your health and safety.
  • It can happen in any kind of workplace, and the person or group doesn’t need to be a manager or someone in a position of power over you.
  • Bullying in the workplace may lead to serious personal impact on individuals and is never acceptable.
  • Any forms of bullying will be investigated and staff may face disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment if bullying occurs.
  • All staff have an obligation to report bullying if they witness it occurring in the workplace.

Electrical Safety

  • ll Electrical equipment must be inspected before use
  • Only licensed electricians may work on energized electrical equipment and under strictly enforced SWMS where utilizing suitable PPE and equipment.
  • Staff are not permitted to use floor heaters under the desks without prior authorisation.

Worker Responsibilities

  • All staff must treat each other professionally.
  • Discrimination will not be tolerated.
  • kplace bullying, violence or practical jokes is not acceptable.
  • Staff must take reasonable care of their health and safety and ensure that their actions (or in-actions) do not put others at risk.
  • Staff must comply with safety guidelines, policies and procedures of the business.
  • Staff must notify Manager of any safety risks.

Housekeeping

  • All staff are to ensure that their desks are clean and tidy at all times.
  • All staff are expected to wash up and clean up after themselves in the lunch room.
  • Please throw food scraps in the lunch room bins provided.
  • If you notice any cords, trip hazards or broken furniture notify the Business Manager ASAP.

Evacuation Procedure

  • Be aware of emergency situation occurring.
  • Check for signs of smoke/fire in your area and prepare for an evacuation.
  • Wait for further instructions from your Manager.
  • Ensure all workers around you are aware of the evacuation and evacuate the building via the nearest safe exit route.
  • Obey any directions/instructions given to you by a Manager.
  • Assist mobility-impaired workers to an appropriate emergency exit.
  • Exit the building in a safe, calm and orderly manner.  Move at a quick walk, do not run.
  • Maintain one clear step between the person in front of you to prevent stumbling.
  • When leaving our of the building proceed immediately to the designated assembly point, located across the road on XXXXX
  • Once at the assembly point, take notice of your fellow workers and point out anyone who you believe to be missing to a Manager. 

Emergencies and First Aid

  • Workers must report all Incidents and Injuries to the Site Supervisor and complete an Incident form.
  • Workers must know the location of First Aid Kits and Fire Extinguishers.
  • Workers should call 000 in the event of an emergency.
  • Workers must know the location of the nearest Medical Facility.

Desk Safety

  • Feet should be able to rest flat on the floor. If necessary a footrest should be used.
  • Keyboard should allow the hand, wrist and forearm to be in a neutral position, i.e. close to the horizontal.
  • Screens should be at an arm’s length in distance away and placed so the centre of the screen is about shoulder height.
  • As with the keyboard, the mouse should be placed so the hand, wrist and forearm are in a neutral position i.e. close to the horizontal.
  • Document holders should be approximately the same height and distance from your eyes as the screen, and as close to the monitor as possible to prevent neck twisting.
  • Glare can be reduced by tilting the screen down.

Drugs & Alcohol

  • There is a ZERO tolerance for drug and Alcohol use on site.
  • You must not be under the influence of Drug or Alcohol while on this site.
  • While at this site you may undergo random Drug and Alcohol testing.
  • Workers found to be under the influence of Drugs or Alcohol will be banned permanently from site.
  • Workers must report any suspicious activity to the site supervisor.
  • You may not bring any drugs or alcohol onto this site.

Office Ergonomics

  • Feet should be able to rest flat on the floor. If necessary a footrest should be used.
  • Keyboard should allow the hand, wrist and forearm to be in a neutral position, i.e. close to the horizontal.
  • Screens should be at an arm’s length in distance away and placed so the centre of the screen is about shoulder height.
  • As with the keyboard, the mouse should be placed so the hand, wrist and forearm are in a neutral position i.e. close to the horizontal.
  • Document holders should be approximately the same height and distance from your eyes as the screen, and as close to the monitor as possible to prevent neck twisting.
  • Glare can be reduced by tilting the screen down.

Manager Notes

  • The Manager will now give you a tour of the offices.
  • The Supervisor will show you the First Aid and Fire Extinguisher location.

Acknowledgement

    I have been provided with an Office induction prior beginning work for the company and understand the hazards, risks, controls and safety rules that apply for the Company.

    I understand what is expected of me and agree to work in a safe manner in compliance with relevant WHS requirements.