Occupational Health & Safety
~to protect the health, safety and welfare of employees~
First Aid Poster (Term 2, 2024)
OH& S Meetings
The OH&S Committee meets twice per term. The composition includes the elected HSR and Deputy HSR, representatives from each sub-school, a rep from Admin/Therapy, the Principal, Assistant Principals and the OH&S Manager Nominee.
NEXT OHS MEETING IS:
TERM3- Week 9- Wednesday 11th September
Meeting minutes can be found in Sharepoint and on our Noticeboard.
OH&S Designated Workgroup Health and Safety Representatives
OH&S Manager Nominee: Mary Boutros
Elected Health and Safety Representative: Frances Hansen
Elected Deputy Health and Safety Representative: Amanda Hollway
Return to Work Co-ordinator: Michelle McMaster
Executive Assistant: Fiona Micelotta
Please note:
We are conducting workplace inspections and first aid kit checks this week! Please ensure you place these in Fiona's pigeon hole.
Thank you for your co-operation.
Employee Wellbeing Support Services
https://portal.converge-online.com/
The Employee Wellbeing Support Services, accessible through Converge International, play a crucial role in supporting the mental, emotional, and overall wellbeing of DET staff. These services are designed to provide confidential counseling, guidance, and assistance for a range of personal and work-related challenges. Prioritizing staff wellbeing is essential in creating a positive work environment, reducing stress, and enhancing overall job performance. The resources offered through this service are a valuable tool for promoting a healthy and supportive workplace culture.
Important Month
9th September- World First Aid Day
10th September - World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD)
12th September - R U OK? Day
Add a splash of yellow.
This week in your pigeon hole and in the staffroom you will be receiving R U OK? resources. Please take a look out for these this Thursday.
OHS COMMITTEE
The elected members of the OHS committee can accrue Time in Lieu for the meetings and will be financially acquitted for the TIL.
Representation elected by workgroup:
- 2 x Primary Sub School – Michelle Davies + Sally Mckerchar
- 2 x Middle Sub School - Rajen Rai + Vicky Failla
- 2 x Secondary Sub School - Irene Gacovski + (vacancy)
- 1 x Therapy Team - Lydia Lee
- 1 x Administration Team- Michelle McMaster
- 2 x Wellbeing Team-Stephanie Torchia and Nina Cerantonio
- 1 x Facilities Team-Dr Denise Clarke
- 1 x AEU Rep-Amelia Frantz
- HSR - Frances Hansen
- Deputy HSR- Amanda Hollway
- Principal and /or management OHS- Corinne Pupillo
- OHS Manager Nominee- Mary Boutros
- PCT- Daniel Moloney
ACTION FOR HAPPINESS|Self-care September
JSA SAFETY CHAMPIONS!
We encourage all staff members to actively participate in reporting any safety concerns they may come across. Your vigilance and proactive approach play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and healthy workplace for us all.
Remember, safety is a team effort, and together, we can create an environment where everyone feels secure and protected.
Be Safety Champions to make safety a priority every day.
OUR SAFETY CHAMPION THIS WEEK IS:
A thank you to Vicki Dingle for always being there to support our students and staff with First Aid. Your care is truly appreciated.