Part A - Written Questioning

1. Using The School Shop WHS Policy and Procedures Manual, outline 6 tasks you would do at the start of
the day to ensure a safe working environment.

1 Check that all electrical equipment including store signage (computers, printers, chargers, etc.) is
in good condition and free from visible damage to cords, plugs, or sockets.

2 Ensure that computer monitors are at eye level, and keyboards and mice are at a comfortable
height.

3 Inspect chairs, desks, and other office furniture for stability and signs of wear or damage.

4 Ensure that office equipment is positioned to allow for safe passage and proper ventilation.

5 Replace or repair any flickering or malfunctioning light fixtures.

6 Regularly inspect hooks, benches, and mirrors for any issues that could pose a safety risk.

2. Using the image below, identify and explain at least 6 of the potential hazards.
Identify the hazard (name and describe it)
Hot coffee pot on a work station near equipment
1 The package being damaged from the end and
Explain the hazard (Why is it a hazard? What illness or injury could result
from this hazard?)
Hot coffee could be knocked when using the equipment that is near the
coffee pot resulting in burns to the employee.
The contents of the package could be seen as a slip hazard as the

leaking out the contents. person could trip on it and there could be a risk of injury.

2 The lady standing on the office chair with wheels The lady standing on the chair is a risk of injury as she could cause

physical damage to herself.

3 The person reading a book while walking The book acts as an obstruction to her vision and could put herself at

risk of injury to herself and others.

4 No curtains for the window As there are no curtains, the sunlight could cause an obstruction for the

person’s vision and cause partial or temporary blindness and could

delay the work.

5 The coffee being spilt from the tray The coffee can act as a slip hazard as its liquid and could make the

surface slippery.

6 Boxes near the entrances The box near the entrance could act as an obstruction and cause

someone to trip over it and there could be a risk of injury.

6. List the procedures you should follow. Refer to The School Shop WHS Policy for guidance.

Emergency Incident: FIRE

1. If practical, advise the manager immediately.
2. If unable to advise the manager immediately, call 000. Give details about the emergency and answer
questions directed by the operator.
3. Report to the Fire Warden/ Safety Officer (if the manager was not available).
4. Fire Warden/ Safety Officer (or Manager) to make the announcement.
5. Make sure everyone evacuates the building safely while following the announcement.

10. Which people does the WHS Act 2011 apply to when visiting The School Shop.
a. Only the workers
b. Only the workers and the PCBU
c. Only the clients or customers or delivery drivers
d. Any Contractors, Workers, PCBU, Customers, Delivery Drivers
 12. What is a risk in relation to WHS?
- Risk is the possibility that harm might occur when exposed to a hazard.

13. Complete the following table using the scenario above. Use the Risk Assessment Matrix in The Shop School
WHS Policy and Procedure Manual to make a judgement of the risk rating.

Hazard 1 Hazard 2
Name the hazard Electrical hazard ergonomic hazard

What type of harm might this hazard this hazard could cause an this hazard could cause

cause? electrical shock to Alex. permanent back pain to Alex from

his poor posture.

How can Alex reduce his risk of injury? he can reduce the risk by he can reduce the risk by getting

plugging out some of the wires another chair which has

from the power board. adjustable height.

Risk Rating 1-6 6 4