Scenario: WHS Issues In The Bathroom

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Assessment task 2-case study

you havebeen asked to attend a meeting in your centre about safety.over the six months there have been minor incidents and injuries amongest the staff but nothing of major significance ( no work time has been lost; no medical visits required)
The centre is understanding a six monthly review of all the workplace health and safety reports.
you notice that each of these ev events has occurred in the bathroom.on one occasion there was a fall near the toilets.on another occasion a person slipped near the basins but managed to right herself in time.on the third occasion that same person banged her arm against the wall then trying to stop a child from falling.
The reports indicate that children were present on all three occasions and that the floor was wet.
Identify:
1-the potential hazard(s)
2-usingrse the hierarchy of risk control diagram in your workbook select the best of action to reduce the risk and list the steps
3-how you would monitor the effectiveness of these steps
4-what are the appropriate forms to be completed for each incident

You are being assessed in the above report and case study on your knowledge and understanding of WHS feedback and the ability to contribute to hazard identification,WHS risk assessment and risk control activities in children's services. Please refer to your workbook and trainer for assistence.
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will you please help me solving this as am just stuck with it.tried alot but don't understand how to solve it.pleaseeeeeeee heeeeeelllllllllpppppppppppp

[Lorina]

The following may help:

Slips and Trips
Hierarchy Of Control
Compliance Kit

Hope this helps,

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Lorina

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1-The potential hazard(s)

• The dripping urn
• The wet floor.
• nappropriate floor surface - e.g. smooth, shiny tiles in a wet area
• slippery floor surfaces - e.g. oily, icy, wet or dusty
• poor housekeeping - e.g. spills not cleaned up immediately
• inappropriate or sudden changes in floor surfaces
• inappropriate drainage - e.g. liquid and waste from machinery leaking onto floors
• inappropriate footwear
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2-Usingrse the hierarchy of risk control diagram in your workbook select the best of action to reduce the risk and list the steps

• Apply floor treatments to increase slip resistance
• Improve lighting
• Stop leaks from equipment or pipes
• Provide adequate drainage
• Clearly mark edges of steps and any changes in floor height.
• Use signage to warn of wet or slippery areas
• Provide training and supervision.
•Wear slip-resistant footwear.
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3-How you would monitor the effectiveness of these steps

It is important to check whether the controls in place are effective, being used correctly, and have not introduced new hazards or risks. This can be done by talking with your workers, observing work activities, undertaking walk through surveys and reviewing incident and hazard reports.

Monitor and review controls

It is important to check whether the controls in place are effective, being used correctly, and have not introduced new hazards or risks. This can be done by talking with your workers, observing work activities, undertaking walk through surveys and reviewing incident and hazard reports.

Other things to consider

Other issues that you need to address in your risk management plan include design, maintenance, consultation, training and record keeping. Design
Prevention of slips, trips and falls starts with good design of the workplace. When fitting out new premises/extensions or refurbishing the workplace, incorporate features to prevent slips and trips. This is detailed in the green section of the risk management tool. When commissioning or purchasing new equipment, as well as ensuring that it is safe, ensure it provides adequate containment of any possible by-product such as off-cuts, grease, and dust.

Maintenance

This is fundamental to ensure that control measures remain effective. For slips and trips prevention: • maintain the condition of floor and ground surfaces, stairs and ramps • maintain machinery to prevent leaks • ensure there is adequate lighting • ensure workers wear suitable footwear to provide adequate grip.

Consultation

Before changes are made to facilities and processes, or equipment is purchased, talk to workers in the work area about the changes.
Training
All staff should have good understanding of slips, trips and falls hazards and how they can play their part in preventing them. For example, train staff in the risks and control strategies that have been implemented, including relevant procedures for cleaning and hazard reporting.

Record keeping

Record all areas assessed and actions taken through the slips, trips and falls risk management worksheet, specifications of plant and work processes, incident reports and actions undertaken, maintenance records of equipment and tools, and records of training activities.
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4-What are the appropriate forms to be completed for each incident

• cleaning all spills immediately
• marking spills and wet areas
• mopping or sweeping debris from floors
• removing obstacles from walkways and always keeping them free of clutter
• securing (tacking, taping, etc.) mats, rugs and carpets that do not lay flat
• always closing file cabinet or storage drawers
• covering cables that cross walkways
• keeping working areas and walkways well lit
• replacing used light bulbs and faulty switches
• keeping walking areas clear from clutter or obstructions
• keeping flooring in good condition
• always using installed light sources that provide sufficient light for your tasks
• using a flashlight if you enter a dark room where there is no light
• ensuring that things you are carrying or pushing do not prevent you from seeing any obstructions, spills, etc
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Please give your openion about my this response.or what other things could be included? thanks for the help

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Bump-----please lp as I need to submit my unit tomorrow.thanks

[Lorina]

What are the appropriate forms to be completed for each incident

Risk Management Form
Incident Form

The rest of your response is good!

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Lorina

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oh thank you so much....big relief