SAFETY & PSPGEN038 RISKS - PROJECT REPORT ASSESMENT

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PROJECT REPORT
ASSESMENT 2
TASK 2
Workplace WHS inspection.
Performing workplace inspections are effective in minimizing injuries while at work place or
protection against biological hazards which would otherwise cause infections or illness. It
involves critical examination of places of work and determining potential risks and hazards
within the organization1. Employees are usually involved, taking into consideration their views
and then the right procedure to be implemented to prevent being in contact with the hazards are
proposed.
Potential problem identified.
While performing the work inspection, the potential problem identified was how the chemicals
are kept within the production area in the organization. During inspections to determine air
quality within the organization, if was evident that improper handling of chemical in the
production room was a major cause of bad smell. Furthermore, these chemical were found to
be improperly stored and incorrectly labeled. Some of the chemicals expiry dates had passed
but not disposed in time. The way in which some were disposed was also poor. It is possible
that one come into contact with these chemicals that are improperly handled within the
organization. For this reason, there is the need to identify plans that are effective enough to
1 Dougall, S. 2019. Workplace health and safety (WHS) implications for farmers hosting unconventional
gas (UG) exploration & production. Policy and Practice in Health and Safety, 17(2), 156-172.

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avoid being in contact with some of these chemicals, avoid the risks involved when contact
with the skin and enhance the quality of air within the organization. These plans include;
 Ensure that the entire chemicals are labeled accordingly.
 The expiry date details on every chemical should be noted down to avoid keeping
already expired chemicals within the production area.
 Ensure chemicals are properly disposed and away from places where humans or
animals may come into contact with them.
 Making use of the personal protective equipment provided, such as, the nose masks to
avoid irritations to the respiratory organs.
Who to consult for further actions on the risks.
Consultation of the further actions on the risks involved should be the relevant companies that
supply these chemicals for further advice. Some of the questions to consider asking are the
risks involved while handling the chemicals, and the actions to be taken when there is accidents
like contact to the skin, or spillage on the floor/benches.
Dealing with the suggestions made.
It is important to immediately take into consideration of the suggestions made from the
chemical manufacturers. This is to avoid further damages which may be caused by these
chemicals to the skin or eyes, and also to the flow surfaces in case of spillage.
Documentations that need to be completed.
Documentations need to be kept when there is chemical risks occurrence within the
organization. The hazard record sheet can then be filled. The name of the chemical, effects
caused and the potential actions that can be taken when one has come into contact with them.

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TASK 3
Identifying WHS training needs.
In the table below, identification, solutions and assistance to team members for purposes of
developing competence has been provided2.
Example Where is
training needed.
Strategy/advice Coaching/mentoring
a. First aid. Identify the locations where the first
aid kits are kept and open the first aid
kit and ensure all the content is
available. Ensure that you keep
yourself safe first before doing first
aid to someone. In cases like shock,
ensure the individual stays at a cool
place, and control any bleeding. Call
relevant authorities for help if there
are further complications.
Suppose there is cuts and severe
bleeding, sterilize the wound with
spirit using cotton wool and cover it
This kind of training
should be done by the
health management
personality within the
system.
2 Zaman, F. 2019, November. Identifying the Importance of Workplace Health and Safety Training in
Bangladesh. In European Conference on Management, Leadership & Governance (pp. 409-416).
Academic Conferences International Limited.