OHS
This type of hazard can cause burns, explosions, or injuries from fires.
What is a fire hazard?
You should arrive this amount of time before your scheduled interview.
What is “10 to 15 minutes early”?
This is something you enjoy doing in your free time and may give clues to your ideal career.
What is a “personal interest or hobby”?
This is the minimum amount that an employer can pay per day for a student on work experience
What is '$5.00 a day'?
This star was once evicted from his house and had just $7 to his name before becoming a wrestler and then a Hollywood icon.
Who is “Dwayne Johnson" or "The Rock"
The acronym PPE stands for?
What is Personal Protective Equipment
This non-verbal communication technique shows confidence, respect, and professionalism when meeting your interviewer.
What is “a firm handshake and eye contact”?
This person helps people recover from injuries or disabilities using movement and exercise.
What is a “physiotherapist”?
This document, updated after work experience, is often the first step in landing your next opportunity.
What is “a resume”?
This is the average time it takes for an employer to scan a resume before deciding whether to keep reading.
What is “6 to 8 seconds”?
This type of PPE is used to protect the eyes and face from flying debris or chemicals.
What are safety goggles or face shields?
You should do this with your phone before entering the interview room.
What is “switch it off or set it to silent”?
A person in this role prepares and serves food in restaurants and cafes.
What is a “chef” or “hospitality worker”?
You should arrive at this time on your first day—not too late, not too early.
What is “10 to 15 minutes early”?
When entering a job, the first few days are often called this type of training period.
What is an “induction” or “orientation”?
This process involves identifying, evaluating, and controlling risks in the workplace.
What is a risk assessment?
Your posture should be like this during an interview to show you’re engaged.
What is “upright, open, and attentive”?
This professional writes code to create software, apps, or websites.
What is a “software developer” or “computer programmer”?
On average, employers will form a first impression of a work experience student in this amount of time.
What is “the first 30 seconds to 1 minute”?
Studies show that most people have had this many different jobs by the time they turn 30.
What is “at least 6 or 7 jobs”?
These two items can protect workers' hearing in noisy environments.
What are “earplugs and earmuffs”?
If you’re feeling nervous in an interview, doing this with your breathing can help calm you down.
What is “take slow, deep breaths”?
This type of learning takes place at school but connects you with industry experience.
What is “structured workplace learning” or “work experience”?
During work experience, this is the person who supervises your tasks and ensures your safety.
Who is “your workplace supervisor”?
his is the Australian workplace retirement savings system your employer contributes to.
What is “superannuation”?
If you're unsure about safety or witness a hazard, this is the first person you should speak to.
Who is “your supervisor or Health and Safety Representative”?
This is the general rule for how to dress for a job interview.
What is “dress one level more formal than the job requires”?
This job involves the electrical wiring of buildings and systems.
What is an “electrician”?
Before starting work experience, students must complete this certificate-based safety training.
What is “Safe@Work (General and Industry Modules)”?
This popular part-time job often teaches young workers time management, customer service, and multitasking skills.
What is “working in fast food”?
This is the minimum height where fall risk assessments must be done under Victorian law.
What is “2 metres”?
This is a commonly asked question that tests your self-awareness and honesty about areas where you can grow.
What is “What is your greatest weakness?”
These are skills such as teamwork, communication, and time management that employers look for in every industry.
What are “soft skills”?
You must report this immediately, even if it seems minor.
What is “a hazard, injury, or near miss”?
Many employers check this online presence before hiring you.
What is “your social media profile”?
Repeated behavior that harms or upsets someone in the workplace is called this.
What is “bullying or workplace harassment”?
If you need a moment to think before answering, doing this shows poise and thoughtfulness.
What is “pause briefly to gather your thoughts”?
Attending this kind of event lets you meet employers and learn more about industries.
What is a “career expo” or “job fair”?
You should call your workplace immediately if this happens unexpectedly on the day you’re rostered.
What is “if you’re sick or running late”?
Some companies have special rooms for this activity to help reduce stress and increase productivity.
What is “napping or meditation”?
Only these workers are legally permitted to carry out electrical repairs.
Who are “licensed electrical workers”?
Having your resume, references, and a pen and notebook with you in an interview shows this.
What is “good organisation and preparation”?
This tradesperson installs and repairs water systems in homes and buildings.
What is a “plumber”?
Under the law, you have this right if you believe the work you're doing is unsafe.
What is “the right to refuse unsafe work”?
This number must be given to your employer so they can pay your wages legally.
What is a “Tax File Number (TFN)”?
Under this principle, both employers and employees must take reasonable measures to ensure a safe workplace.
What is “Duty of Care”?
This is the last thing you should do before leaving the interview room.
What is “thank the interviewer with a firm handshake and smile”?
This is the mindset you need to develop to stay positive and persistent when things don’t go as planned.
What is a “growth mindset” or “resilience”?
You are expected to follow these at all times to ensure your safety and others'.
What are “OHS procedures or workplace rules”?
Some companies allow employees to bring this to work on specific calendar days to help reduce stress.
What is “bring your pet to work day”?
This type of injury is commonly caused by repetitive tasks, awkward postures, and heavy lifting.
What is a musculoskeletal disorder (MSD)?
This should be considered at the end of an interview when prompted or asked by the interviewer.
What are ''any questions you have or, for the employer''?
These types of goals are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound.
What are “SMART goals”?
Research shows that students who complete work experience are more likely to secure this after graduation.
What is “a job or apprenticeship”?
Before becoming a Hollywood actor, this Australian actor was a PE teacher.
Who is “Hugh Jackman”?
The label on hazardous chemicals that includes the risks and necessary safety precautions is called this.
What is a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
You can show genuine interest in the role by doing this when your interviewer shares something about the workplace or team.
What is “asking a follow-up question or expressing enthusiasm”?
These programs allow you to gain hands-on experience while studying a trade or skill.
What are “apprenticeships or traineeships”?
Many students report that doing this during work experience was harder than they expected.
What is “waking up early and staying focused all day”?
Studies show that this day of the week is considered the most productive for most workers.
What is “Tuesday”?