Occupational Health & Safety

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:

TERM4- Week 6- Wednesday 13 November LAST MEETING FOR THE YEAR!

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

Staff Safety Reminder: Organizing and Securing Equipment

To maintain a safe and efficient workspace, please keep areas organized and secure. 

Key reminders:

• Secure Items: Ensure all equipment and materials are stored in cupboards. Unsecured items can be hazardous, especially if accessible to students.
• Organized Storage: Keep cupboards neat to reduce risks and make items easily accessible.
• Avoid Unattended Items: Don’t leave equipment unattended; store or secure items if stepping away.
• Minimize Clutter: Tidy up after use to keep the environment safe and orderly.
• Risk Awareness: Identify potential hazards in workspaces and playgrounds and take steps to address them.

Staff Recommendations:

Regularly check storage for unsecured items.Report risks or concerns immediately.Keep work areas clutter-free.Thank you for helping maintain a safe environment!

I have placed hardcopies of the eduSafe Plus incident notification template and the eduSafe Plus hazard notification template in your pigeon holes. These are available for CRTs, visitors or volunteers to complete when they are reporting an incident or hazard.

First aid bum bags 

FIRST AID

Our First Aid Treatment Room (opposite the admin office) houses the whole school's supplies, therefore, it is locked.

If you have students coming to the first aid room, we have a green treatment kit available for access.

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|New Ways November 

This month, we're encouraging you to try something new! 

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 special thank you to TINAS WONG for letting us know about the OT door in the Yaluk Building!

Much appreciated.