Surgical Assessment Flashcards
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How should Surgical Assessment equipment be inspected and maintained?
Answer: Per manufacturer specifications and relevant Australian Standards, with documented inspection and maintenance records
Equipment must be inspected and maintained according to specifications and standards, with all records documented.
What supervisory requirements exist for Surgical Assessment activities?
Answer: Adequate supervision by competent persons, proportionate to the level of risk
The level of supervision must be proportionate to the risk level, with competent supervisors overseeing the work.
What is the purpose of monitoring and reviewing Surgical Assessment controls?
Answer: To verify controls remain effective, identify new hazards, and drive continuous improvement
Monitoring and review ensures controls continue to work as intended and identifies any emerging hazards or improvement opportunities.
Under Australian law, what rights do workers have regarding Surgical Assessment safety?
Answer: Rights to information, training, consultation, representation through HSRs, and to cease unsafe work
Workers have specific legal rights under WHS legislation including information, training, consultation, representation, and refusal of unsafe work.
What is a Code of Practice relevant to Surgical Assessment?
Answer: A practical guide approved under WHS legislation that can be used as evidence of what is reasonably practicable
Codes of Practice provide practical guidance with legal significance — they can be cited as evidence of what is known and reasonably practicable.
How should Surgical Assessment hazards be communicated to workers?
Answer: Through inductions, toolbox talks, signage, labels, SDSs, and written procedures before exposure
Hazard communication must use multiple channels and occur before workers are exposed to the hazards.