Work Health and Safety
Who is the Work Health and Safety regulator in Victoria
WorkSafe Victoria
What is the primary purpose of participating in an incident response debrief after an emergency?
To review the response, provide emotional support, and identify future improvements
What does DRSABCD stand for?
Danger, Response, Send for help, Airway, Breathing, CPR, Defibrillation
What is a contingency plan?
A back up plan when potential risks eventuate
A gym employee notices that a cable on a weight machine is frayed. According to WHS legislation, what is their primary duty after noticing this issue?
Report the hazard to a designated person and record it according to workplace procedures
What is the phone number you would dial in Australia in the event of a threat to life
000
What is the purpose of the recovery position for an unconscious, breathing casualty?
To maintain an open airway and allow drainage from the mouth
Name 2 signs of Work Place Stress
missing deadlines and becoming withdrawn
Define the term ‘hazard’ as it is used in WHS
A hazard is a situation, condition, or thing that has the potential to cause harm to a person.
During a fire emergency at an indoor sports facility, what is the first step a worker should take after identifying the situation?
Ensure personal safety, then report to appropriate personnel according to organisational procedures
When completing a bush walk what is something that you need to take with you?
Snake Bite Kit
What does SMART goal stand for?
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Timely
While working at a community leisure centre, you notice a puddle of water near the entrance to the indoor courts. What is the correct term for this puddle of water in a WHS context?
A hazard
What communication system would be most effective for alerting multiple staff members simultaneously during an emergency at a large recreation centre?
Two-way radio
When performing CPR on an adult, what is the correct combination of compression depth and rate?
More than 5 cm deep (one-third of chest depth) at a rate of 100–120 compressions per minute
Name two organisational requirements that could affect how you set your work goals
Position description, including key performance indicators (KPIs)
Codes of conduct
Organisational policies and procedures (e.g., WHS, attendance, leave)
The organisation’s mission statement
Under WHS legislation, describe an employee’s duty of care?
Employees must take reasonable care of their own health and safety, and that of others, and comply with workplace policies
Someone tells you they feel dizzy and are sweating. They mention they have diabetes. What condition should you suspect first?
Hypoglycaemia
What is the primary purpose of seeking feedback from your supervisor on your work performance?
To identify solutions that minimise variations between expected and actual work outputs