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Unit: Working safely

Supporting: MSAPMOHS200A Work safely

Glossary

Title

Definition

Code of practice

Technical document providing practical guidance on ways to achieve compliance with legislation.

Duty of care

Legal principle that requires each person or organisation to take care so that they do not cause harm to other people.

Emergency

Event that would result in injury or damage unless immediate action is taken.

Ergonomics

Study of the characteristics of people and the way they work, in order to improve their comfort, health and performance.

Hazard

Anything that might cause harm to a person or the environment

Hazard identification

Process used to identify situations where people may be exposed to injury or illness

Hazardous substance

Substance listed by WorkCover as being a potential risk to safety or health

Job safety analysis (JSA )

Statement which describes how work is to be carried out, and the control measures required to minimise the risk of injury or illness.

Material safety data sheet (MSDS)

Summary of the properties of a hazardous chemical or product, and information on storage, handling and emergency controls.

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Equipment worn by workers to reduce risks from OHS hazards.

Regulation

Legislation passed by parliament to provide more details on how to implement the requirements of an Act.

Risk

Chance of a hazard actually causing an injury or disease.

Safe work method statement (SWMS)

Statement which describes how work is to be carried out, and the control measures required to minimise the risk of injury or illness.