Program 'at a glance' brochureOHS – Occupational health, safety and welfare
HSR – Health and safety representative
HR – Human resources
DAY 2
TUESDAY 23 OCTOBER 2012
TIME
EVENT
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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11.00 am
FREE
Ref: 2.A
CYTOTOXIC DRUGS AND RELATED WASTES – A RISK MANAGEMENT APPROACH TO SAFE HANDLING
SPEAKER: Antoniette Colella – Department for Health and Ageing
CONTENT: In recognition of the potential OHS risks from working with hazardous drugs, including cytotoxic drugs and related wastes, a policy has been developed to describe SA Health’s position on their safe handling.
The guidance document ‘Safe Handling of Cytotoxic Drugs and Related Wastes: Guidelines for South Australian Health Services’:
- details legal obligations
- reviews safe handling practices, incorporating evidence-based and best practice standards
- provides a risk management framework to assist in the development of local policies and procedures.
Do you work with these hazardous materials in any way? This session will provide guidance on how to develop a risk management approach to their safe handling.
AUDIENCE: Health sector, pharmaceutical industry, medical researchers, waste management contractors, employees, employers, large business owners, managers/supervisors, new workers, OHS committees, OHS professionals, risk advisors.
Back to top| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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12.15 pm
FREE
Ref: 2.B
HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS – WHAT'S IN AND WHAT'S OUT WITH WHS REFORM?
SPEAKER: Shelley Rowett – SafeWork SA
CONTENT: This session will provide an overview of the changes that business should be aware of as South Australia moves from its current OHS legislation to the proposed new WHS legislation.
It will cover what’s new or changing in the regulatory requirements for dangerous substances, asbestos and lead, and what’s staying the same.
AUDIENCE: All.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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1.30 pm
FREE
Ref: 2.C
MULTIPLE CHEMICAL SENSITIVITY IN THE WORKPLACE
SPEAKER: Fraser Thompson – University of Adelaide
CONTENT: Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) is a serious and potentially debilitating condition affecting an estimated 1 per cent of South Australians, with up to 16 per cent experiencing some form of chemical sensitivity. MCS may seriously hinder a person's ability to function in a non-controlled workplace.
This session will show you how to minimise the risk of developing MCS in the workplace, and how to accommodate affected workers. It will cover:
- common symptoms and triggers
- existing state and federal policy
- economic costs to businesses and workers
- simple, effective and inexpensive methods to make your workplace more MCS friendly.
AUDIENCE: Employees, employers, general public, HSRs, HR professionals, managers/supervisors, new workers, OHS committees, OHS professionals, risk advisors, business owners.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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10.00 am
FREE
Ref: 2.D
BUILDING TEAM RESILIENCE
(this is one of two sessions on offer – see Wednesday 24 October)
SPEAKER: Kathryn McEwen – Organisational Psychologist
CONTENT: Organisational teams of all types and sizes are struggling to deal with constant change, declining resources and increased expectations of what they should deliver.
This session provides Top 10 tips on building resilience that you can apply in any team to assist employees in managing pressure and setbacks in as healthy a way as possible.
AUDIENCE: Employees, employers, HSRs, HR professionals, managers/supervisors, OHS committees, OHS professionals, risk advisors, business owners.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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11.15 am
FREE
Ref: 2.E
THE MIND IS LIKE A KNIFE – SHARPENING YOUR SAFETY MINDSET
PRESENTATION: not available
SPEAKER: Michelle Stanton – Zonehigh
CONTENT: The mind is like a knife. If you use a blunt knife to cut a tomato, it doesn’t do a great job, takes twice as long and is a frustrating and exhausting activity.
And so it is with a blunt, dull mind – it becomes ineffective and makes more mistakes. Not only is this unproductive, it’s also a safety hazard, impacting negatively on health, wellbeing and enjoyment of life.
In this session, find out why it’s important to sharpen your mind every day. Learn how to work safe by sharpening your mind so that it is clear and able to focus fully on the task at hand, without feeling pressured or stressed.
Participants will receive a link to a Mind Sharpening tool (in mp3 format).
AUDIENCE: All.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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12.30 pm
FREE
Ref: 2.F
PSYCHOSOCIAL SAFETY CLIMATE AND WORKER HEALTH
SPEAKERS: Tessa Bailey and Dr Sarven McLinton – Centre for Applied Psychological Research
CONTENT: The Australian Workplace Barometer project has collected data on psychosocial risk factors, health and productivity outcomes, and working conditions for 3,513 working Australians across six states and territories.
This presentation will cover:
- nationally representative data
- psychosocial risk groups within Australian via industry and demographics
- industries at risk by state and territory
- costly consequences of stressful jobs
- practical applications.
AUDIENCE: Employees, employers, general public, HSRs, HR professionals, medium/large business owners, managers/supervisors, OHS committees, OHS professionals, risk advisors.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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4.00 pm
FREE
Ref: 2.G
LIVE LIFE FORWARD – A WELLNESS WORKSHOP
PRESENTATION: not available
SPEAKER: Jane Wundersitz – Wundertraining
CONTENT: When employees are happy and prosperous in all areas of their life, they are naturally more engaged and productive at work. ‘Live Life Forward’ is an innovative and progressive workshop session designed to support personal happiness and wellbeing.
Topics to be explored include:
- Core values: Identify the driving force behind your personal actions
- Happiness and wellbeing: Discover simple strategies to support being really happy
- Self-talk and understanding the power of your words: Reduce negativity and foster a positive outlook
- Relationship building strategies
- Reducing procrastination.
AUDIENCE: Business owners, employees, employers, general public, HSRs, HR professionals, managers/supervisors, OHS committees, OHS professionals.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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9.45 am
FREE
Ref: 2.H
BULLYING – PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE
(this is one of two sessions on offer – see Monday 22 October)
SPEAKER: Sally Mitchell – SafeWork SA
CONTENT: Bullying is a workplace ailment that threatens the wellbeing of employees while also requiring employers to face its impacts – reduced profitability, low morale, increased absenteeism and high staff turnover.
In this presentation you will learn tips on how to prevent the occurrence of bullying behaviour, and acquire the knowledge to effectively manage and respond to this issue should it arise.
Topics covered will include how to identify and investigate bullying behaviours, the legal framework and the role of SafeWork SA and the Industrial Relations Commission in resolving bullying complaints.
AUDIENCE: Employers, employees, HSRs, OHS committee members.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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11.00 am
FREE
Ref: 2.I
OUT OF REACH BUT IN THE LINE OF FIRE – COVERT BULLYING
SPEAKER: Dr Collette Snowden – University of South Australia
CONTENT: As the concept of bullying has been better identified and understood, so too has our understanding that it is not just restricted to obvious acts of physical intimidation, harassment or humiliation. More subtle forms of bullying are just as harmful to the health and wellbeing of workers but they are more difficult to identify, prove and manage.
To complicate the situation, covert bullying in the workplace can occur either 'at a distance' or indirectly through third parties, making it more problematic for managers, employers and OHS professionals.
This presentation will propose practical strategies and tactics to prevent and/or manage covert bullying.
AUDIENCE: Business owners, employees, employers, general public, HSRs, HR professionals, managers/supervisors, OHS professionals, risk advisors.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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12.15 pm
FREE
Ref: 2.J
CYBER BULLYING AND THE DIGITAL DIVIDE
(this is one of two sessions on offer – see Monday 22 October)
PRESENTED BY: SA Police, Electronic Crime Section
CONTENT: The increasing use of information technology in the workplace has brought about instances of misuse, such as ‘cyber bullying’ – everything from aggressive emails and SMS messages, to inappropriate Facebook messages and YouTube postings.
This presentation offers an awareness of the technologies used, some of the inappropriate behaviours that may be considered criminal, and issues for individuals and businesses to consider in helping to overcome the ‘digital divide’ and combat cyber bullying.
AUDIENCE: Employers, employees, HSRs, OHS committee members, general public.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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1.30 pm
FREE
Ref: 2.K
BULLYING, DISCRIMINATION AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE – OBLIGATIONS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
SPEAKER: Elizabeth Sexton – Business SA
CONTENT: One unlawful remark or action is all it takes to be accused of bullying, discrimination or sexual harassment.
Gain an overview of the laws regarding equal employment opportunity, bullying and harassment with an emphasis on both employer and employee obligations. Examine the complaints process and discover the roles and responsibilities of contact and grievance officers.
AUDIENCE: Employers, employees, HSRs, OHS committee members, general public.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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2.45 pm
FREE
Ref: 2.L
VIOLENCE AT WORK – A RISK MANAGEMENT APPROACH TO PREVENTION AND RESPONSE
SPEAKER: Mardi Webber – SafeWork SA
CONTENT: A new national guide is being developed to help employers and employees to prevent and respond to violence at work. The guide will be consistent with WHS principles and the model WHS laws.
This session will provide an outline of the guide and demonstrate how businesses can develop work systems to prevent violence at work and also respond to incidents if and when they occur. It uses a risk management approach to address this workplace hazard, including a ‘violence at work risk indicator’ to help employers identify risks.
AUDIENCE: Business owners, employees, employers, HSRs, OHS committee members.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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9.45 am
FREE
Ref: 2.M
PROBABILITY AND CONSEQUENCE – PRACTICAL RISK ASSESSMENT
(this is one of two sessions on offer – see Thursday 25 October)
SPEAKER: Bryan Colburn – SafeWork SA
CONTENT: Risk assessment relates to the process of evaluating the probability and consequences of injury or illness arising from exposure to an identified hazard. This process enables greater understanding of the dangers that hazards may present and, when used appropriately, offers persuasive argument to management to address OHS issues in the workplace.
There are a variety of risk assessment tools that can be used to facilitate this understanding, each being based on a common set of principles. This presentation will provide a practical understanding of these principles and the methods used to conduct a reliable risk assessment.
Session suited to participants with limited to moderate risk assessment experience or as a refresher course.
AUDIENCE: HSRs, managers/supervisors, OHS committees, OHS professionals, risk advisors.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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11.00 am
FREE
Ref: 2.N
OHSMS – MONITORING AND EVALUATING EFFECTIVENESS
PRESENTATION: not available
SPEAKER: Chris Ginever – Mining and Quarrying OHS Committee (MAQOHSC)
CONTENT: This presentation will explore methods for monitoring and evaluating control measures to enhance the continuous improvement of OHS management systems (OHSMS). In view of the proposed new WHS legislative framework, organisations with well-established systems still need to continuously review and improve them.
A key element of the new legislation is the relationship between the employer and its contractors. Neither can pass the responsibility for workplace OHS onto the other, rather the onus is on all parties to consult to ensure the health and safety of everyone in or at the workplace.
While the presenter will focus on the mining and quarrying industries, the principles and concepts can be transposed to any industry setting.
AUDIENCE: Exploration and mining companies, contractors, employers, HSRs, HR professionals, managers/supervisors, business owners, OHS committees, OHS professionals, risk advisors.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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12.15 pm
FREE
Ref: 2.O
RISK VS HAZARD MANAGEMENT – WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?
(this is one of two sessions on offer – see Thursday 25 October)
PRESENTATION: not available
SPEAKER: Bryan Colburn – SafeWork SA
CONTENT: ‘Risk management’ and ‘hazard management’ are terms often used interchangeably, even though they represent different approaches, models and theories for managing risk in an organisation.
This presenter has been instrumental in helping deliver integrated hazard and risk management programs to both small and large South Australian businesses.
In this session you will learn about:
- the fundamental differences between risk and hazard management
- key components of risk and hazard management systems
- how both processes can be integrated into overall business systems
- key elements for success.
Session suited to those who have a basic or moderate level of knowledge in risk and/or hazard management concepts.
AUDIENCE: HSRs, managers/supervisors, OHS committees, OHS professionals, risk advisors.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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1.30 pm
FREE
Ref: 2.P
ELECTRICAL SAFETY FOR NON-ELECTRICAL TRADIES
SPEAKER: CS Wong –SafeWork SA
CONTENT: This session covers the common areas of exposure to hidden electrical hazards by non-electrical trades personnel in the course of performing their work.
Get tips on applying simple management techniques for working safely in the proximity of electrical hazards. Common high hazard areas covered include:
- roof/ceiling spaces
- confined spaces
- hazardous and wet environments
- working near overhead/underground power utilities and high power transmitting stations
- renovations/demolitions
- laboratories
- high rise structures
- building maintenance.
Open discussion will also cover other work environments.
AUDIENCE: Non-electrical trades personnel, apprentices, business owners, contractors, employees, employers, HSRs, HR professionals, managers/supervisors, new workers, OHS committees, OHS professionals, risk advisors, trainees.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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2.45 pm
FREE
Ref: 2.Q
ASBESTOS IN THE WORKPLACE – RISK MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL
SPEAKER: Stuart Roseberg – SafeWork SA
CONTENT: Despite being banned from use in South Australia for many years, asbestos remains an ongoing risk to public and worker health. The entire community needs to be aware of the need for the identification, management and safe removal of asbestos, and of the requirements in place to ensure safe work practices for anyone who may come into contact with asbestos-containing materials.
This session will outline your legal obligations in relation to asbestos in the workplace. Get practical advice on ‘what is asbestos’ and how to prevent exposure in the workplace, as well as information on asbestos registers, consultation, labelling and monitoring in the workplace.
AUDIENCE: Business owners, employees, employers, HSRs, managers/supervisors, OHS committees, OHS professionals.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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9.45 am
FREE
Ref: 2.R
AGE MATTERS – RETAINING AND RECRUITING OLDER WORKERS MAKES GOOD BUSINESS SENSE
SPEAKER: Jayne Boase – SafeWork SA
CONTENT: With rapidly ageing populations across the globe, we are in the midst of the most significant demographic shift in modern human history. With the second oldest population in Australia, South Australia will be particularly affected by the labour exodus as our baby boomers transition out of the workforce and into retirement.
The ‘Age Matters’ Work Life Balance Strategy project has explored:
- strategies for the effective recruiting and retaining of older workers
- innovative ways employers and workers can agree to structure work to accommodate business and individual needs.
This session will showcase resources developed by the project to maximise the business opportunities and economic productivity within this context.
AUDIENCE: Employers, HR professionals, business owners, managers/supervisors.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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11.00 am
FREE
Ref: 2.S
MATURE WORKERS MATTER – INITIATIVES IN THE AGED AND COMMUNITY CARE SECTOR
SPEAKER: Carol Mohan – Aged and Community Services SA and NT Inc
CONTENT: The proportion of staff aged 45 years-plus working in the aged and community care sector is a staggering 60-70 per cent: nearly twice the national average. Supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of mature workers in this industry is critical in sustaining a viable and experienced workforce into the future.
The Mature Workers Matter Project, funded by Employers Mutual Ltd, developed initiatives and strategies which:
- build leadership capability in mature workforce matters such as health, wellbeing, work flexibility and work design
- establish practical interventions to improve the working experience of mature workers.
This session will provide tools and resources to help organisations deal with an ageing workforce.
AUDIENCE: Employers, HSRs, HR professionals, managers/supervisors, OHS professionals.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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12.15 pm
FREE
Ref: 2.T
MEETING THE SILVER TSUNAMI – PSYCHOSOCIAL NEEDS OF AN AGEING WORKFORCE
SPEAKER: Kathryn McEwen – Organisational Psychologist
CONTENT: Over the next decade one third of our workforce will approach retirement, with many working beyond traditional retirement age due to financial pressures. This session explores how organisations can create workplaces that promote wellbeing and productivity for older staff.
With an holistic focus, this presentation will look beyond physical health to examine how we might meet the ‘silver tsunami’ – the psychosocial needs of an ageing workforce.
AUDIENCE: Business owners, contractors, employees, employers, HSRs, HR professionals, managers/supervisors, OHS committees, OHS professionals, risk advisors.
| VENUE | EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, MILNER STREET, HINDMARSH |
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1.30 pm
FREE
Ref: 2.U
MENOPAUSE AND WORK – NOT IN THE SAME SENTENCE?
SPEAKER: Kathy Grieve – Catholic Safety Health and Welfare SA
CONTENT: ‘Menopause’ and ‘work’ are topics generally viewed as being mutually exclusive. However women constitute a large percentage of the workforce and menopause is a significant event in their lives. Despite this there is little available information and research about ‘menopause and work’.
While menopause is a normal life event, it is poorly understood and often the focus of negative and stereotypical comment. This can lead to significant hazards in the workplace that are not being eliminated or controlled.
This presentation is about a small research project and highlights women's personal experiences as they work through menopause and identifies key hazards related to this experience in the workplace.
AUDIENCE: Business owners, employees, employers, general public, HSRs, HR professionals, managers/supervisors, OHS committees, OHS professionals.
| VENUE | CIVIL CONTRACTORS FEDERATION, 1 SOUTH ROAD (cnr of Weber Street and South Road), THEBARTON |
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11.00 am
FREE
Ref: 2.V
SITE TOUR – NEW CIVIL SKILLS TRAINING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
(this is one of four sessions on offer – see later on Tuesday 23 October and Thursday 25 October)
PRESENTATION: not available
SPEAKERS: John Bowden and Mick Mezzino – Civil Contractors Federation SA
CONTENT: Attend a site tour of the new Civil Skills Training Centre, made possible under the Federal Government’s Education Investment Fund.
Built specifically for the civil construction and resources industries, this world-class training facility enables existing and new workers to these industries to access 21st century training methods and technology via the virtual world theatre and mobile plant motion-based simulators.
Also experience the Work Safely Centre which provides real-life, hands-on, nationally accredited training courses. Here, new and experienced workers can more effectively gain the skills necessary to work safely in the oil and gas, mining, civil and related industries.
AUDIENCE: Contractors, employers, HSRs, HR professionals, managers/supervisors, OHS committees, OHS professionals, business owners, risk advisors.
| VENUE | CIVIL CONTRACTORS FEDERATION, 1 SOUTH ROAD (cnr of Weber Street and South Road), THEBARTON |
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3.00 pm
FREE
Ref: 2.W
SITE TOUR – NEW CIVIL SKILLS TRAINING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
(this is one of four sessions on offer – see earlier on Tuesday 23 October and Thursday 25 October)
PRESENTATION: not available
SPEAKERS: John Bowden and Mick Mezzino – Civil Contractors Federation SA
CONTENT: Attend a site tour of the new Civil Skills Training Centre, made possible under the Federal Government’s Education Investment Fund.
Built specifically for the civil construction and resources industries, this world-class training facility enables existing and new workers to these industries to access 21st century training methods and technology via the virtual world theatre and mobile plant motion-based simulators.
Also experience the Work Safely Centre which provides real-life, hands-on, nationally accredited training courses. Here, new and experienced workers can more effectively gain the skills necessary to work safely in the oil and gas, mining, civil and related industries.
AUDIENCE: Contractors, employers, HSRs, HR professionals, managers/supervisors, OHS committees, OHS professionals, business owners, risk advisors.
