WORKPLACE HEALTH SAFETY WHY IS WHS IMPORTANT WHAT

WORKPLACE HEALTH & SAFETY

WHY IS WHS IMPORTANT?

WHAT HAZARDS? • Ergonomic hazards • Electrical hazards • Physical hazards • Chemical hazards • Psychological hazards

ERGONOMICS • Sit properly • Adjust seat height • Adjust monitor height

RSI • Repetitive strain injuries • Carpel tunnel syndrome • This is serious • Can be disabling

WORK ENVIRONMENT • Screen glare • Noise • Temperature • Lighting

AT HOME • Computer use is cumulative • Not good to play on computer all night after class • Get sleep - will be much more productive • Laptops are not good ergonomically

• Mini breaks every 20 -30 min • Major breaks every 1 -2 hours • Get away from computer • Focus on objects in distance • Stretch • Turn off headphones • Get fresh air • Drink water BREAKS

PREVENT ILLNESS • Go see your doctor if you feel sick • Stay home if you have something contagious • Wash hands • Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze

BE CONSIDERATE OF OTHERS • Bathe • Wear deodorant • Brush your teeth No one likes sitting next to a smelly person

IN EMERGENCY • Leave immediately • Don't take anything with you • Use closest exit • Be calm • Go to Gathering Point • Check in with staff so they know you are there

REMEMBER TO. . . • Don't ignore discomfort • Watch out for pain • Report any hazard • Report all accidents • Look after your self

Your Safety is Your Responsibility!