EWP Safe Operating Procedures 3

Question 1

How should Safe Operating Procedures equipment be inspected and maintained?

Accepted Answer

Per manufacturer specifications and relevant Australian Standards, with documented inspection and maintenance records

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Only when it breaks

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When someone remembers

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Only for new equipment

Question 2

What supervisory requirements exist for Safe Operating Procedures activities?

Accepted Answer

Adequate supervision by competent persons, proportionate to the level of risk

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No supervision needed

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Supervision is optional

Answer

Only new workers need supervision

Question 3

What is the purpose of monitoring and reviewing Safe Operating Procedures controls?

Accepted Answer

To verify controls remain effective, identify new hazards, and drive continuous improvement

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To create busywork

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To justify the safety budget

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To keep workers busy

Question 4

Under Australian law, what rights do workers have regarding Safe Operating Procedures safety?

Accepted Answer

Rights to information, training, consultation, representation through HSRs, and to cease unsafe work

Answer

No specific rights

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Only the right to complain

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Rights depend on seniority

Question 5

What is a Code of Practice relevant to Safe Operating Procedures?

Accepted Answer

A practical guide approved under WHS legislation that can be used as evidence of what is reasonably practicable

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A marketing document

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A voluntary suggestion only

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A company internal policy

Question 6

How should Safe Operating Procedures hazards be communicated to workers?

Accepted Answer

Through inductions, toolbox talks, signage, labels, SDSs, and written procedures before exposure

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They should not be communicated

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By word of mouth only

Answer

Through an annual newsletter