The process of analyzing workplace accidents to determine their cause and prevent future occurrences. It involves gathering facts, evidence, and making recommendations.
The industry and process involved in building or assembling structures, including residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
An individual or company hired for a specific job or project without being a permanent employee. They work on agreed terms and may operate independently.
A shared office space where individuals from different organizations work together in a communal setting. It encourages collaboration and networking.
An emergency is an unforeseen event or situation that poses an immediate threat to health, safety, property, or the environment, requiring swift action to prevent harm or limit damage.
Emergency preparedness refers to the planning, procedures, and training implemented to ensure an effective response to potential emergencies.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are workplace services that provide confidential support for employees facing personal or work-related challenges, including mental health, financial, and legal concerns.
The level of contentment employees feel about their job, work environment, and compensation. It reflects how well their expectations and needs are met in the workplace.
The overall health and happiness of an employee, encompassing physical, mental, and emotional health, as well as work-life balance and personal fulfillment.
Initiatives and activities provided by employers to promote and support the physical, mental, and emotional health of employees, aiming to improve their overall quality of life and work performance.
Ergonomics is the study of designing equipment and workspaces to fit the user's needs, aiming to improve comfort and efficiency.
Fire safety involves the precautions taken to prevent or reduce the likelihood of a fire, as well as the measures to respond effectively in case of a fire.
Flammable materials are substances that can easily catch fire when exposed to heat, sparks, or flames. These materials include liquids, gases, and solids that ignite at relatively low temperatures and can cause significant fire hazards.
A process for comparing the current state of a system or process to a desired future state, identifying areas that need improvement or development.
Hazards can be physical, chemical, biological, ergonomic, or psychosocial and require proper identification and control measures to reduce risk.
Hazard communication is the process of informing employees about the hazards associated with chemicals and other substances in the workplace.
Hazardous substances are materials that pose a risk to health, safety, or the environment due to their chemical properties. These substances can cause injuries, illnesses, or environmental damage if not handled properly.
A team consisting of both in-office and remote members working together. It integrates different work locations while maintaining collaboration.
A flexible work environment combining in-office and remote work options for employees. It allows a blend of both physical and virtual workspaces.
A formal evaluation of a company's occupational health and safety management system, assessing compliance with the ISO 45001 standard to ensure safety performance.
A process for examining incidents, including accidents or near misses, to understand their causes and prevent recurrence, often focused on safety improvement.
The process of planning, organizing, and overseeing resources and activities to achieve organizational goals effectively and efficiently.
Management services refer to the professional support provided to organizations to help them efficiently manage operations, resources, and processes. These services include strategic planning, risk management, and process optimization, tailored to meet specific business needs.
The process of producing goods or products, typically on a large scale, using raw materials, labor, and machinery.
The model WHS Act sets a national framework for workplace safety laws in Australia, ensuring consistent standards to protect workers.
The model WHS laws include the WHS Act, Regulations, and Codes of Practice, guiding workplace safety rules and responsibilities.
The model WHS Regulations outline detailed safety requirements to help workplaces follow the WHS Act and manage risks.
The practice of designing office workspaces to fit the needs of workers, ensuring comfort, reducing strain, and improving productivity.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) includes gear worn to minimize exposure to hazards that can cause serious injuries or illnesses.
A work arrangement where employees perform their duties outside a traditional office environment, often from home or other locations.
A structured plan that supports employees in safely resuming work after an injury, illness, or extended absence, ensuring a smooth transition while maintaining workplace productivity.
Risk is the likelihood of harm or injury resulting from exposure to a hazard.
Risk assessment involves identifying, evaluating, and mitigating potential hazards in the workplace to ensure employee safety and compliance with regulations.
Risk control involves removing or reducing hazards to the lowest possible level. If elimination isn’t possible, steps are taken to minimize the risk. This ensures safety is maintained in the workplace.
SiteSherpa's SWMS app uses AI to generate site-specific Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) in under 30 seconds, ensuring quick compliance. It saves time by automating the process and offers customizable templates. The app also enables real-time sharing and updates for enhanced team collaboration.
A safety audit systematically evaluates workplace safety practices, procedures, and conditions to identify hazards, ensure compliance, and enhance overall safety performance.
Instruction provided to employees or workers to ensure they understand and follow safety protocols and practices, reducing workplace risks.
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are detailed, written instructions designed to guide employees through routine tasks and processes within an organization. They ensure consistency, efficiency, and compliance with regulations by providing clear steps for performing specific activities.
Someone who offers their services freely, without expecting payment, although they may receive reimbursement for expenses.
WHS training is designed to educate employees on safety practices, regulations, and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. It helps minimize risks and ensures compliance with workplace safety standards.
Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws are regulations designed to protect workers by ensuring safe and healthy workplace conditions, hazard management, and compliance standards.
A worker is anyone engaged in tasks for a PCBU, whether as an employee, contractor, trainee, apprentice, labor hire staff, or volunteer.
A worker fatality refers to a death caused by an injury sustained while performing work-related activities.
A workplace is any location where work happens, including offices, job sites, vehicles, and mobile structures.
Workplace safety refers to the policies and procedures in place to ensure the safety and health of employees in a work environment.