Health & Safety Stakeholder Reference Group
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Health & Safety Stakeholder Reference Group 31 May 2012 2 - 4pm Level 7, 222 Exhibition Street
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Health & Safety Stakeholder Reference Group. 31 May 2012 2 - 4pm Level 7, 222 Exhibition Street. Welcome, Minutes, Action items David Caple – HSR Support Evaluation Report Prevention Strategy Update LPIS update Other Business Close. Agenda. Time. Agenda item. 2.00. 2.10. 3.10. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
Transcript of Health & Safety Stakeholder Reference Group
Health & Safety Stakeholder Reference Group
31 May 2012
2 - 4pmLevel 7, 222 Exhibition Street
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Welcome, Minutes, Action items
David Caple – HSR Support Evaluation Report
Prevention Strategy Update
LPIS update
Other Business
Close
Agenda
Time Agenda item
2.00
2.10
3.10
3.30
3.40
3.45
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Apologies, Minutes, Actions
Apologies
Previous Minutes - SRG dated 26 April 2012
Action items from previous meeting
WorkSafe Victoria – HSR Project
Evaluation of the support that WorkSafe Victoria provides to Health and Safety Representatives
(HSRs) in the workplace.
Prof. David C CapleDavid Caple & Associates Pty Ltd
David Caple & Associates Pty Ltd2012
Project Scope
1. What has been the current strengths and weaknesses of the current support that WorkSafe provides to HSRs, in particular, the HSR Support Officers (HSRSO) program?
2. What factors contribute to successful HSR support, and what are the barriers?
3. What are the most effective ways for WorkSafe to provide support to HSRs?
David Caple & Associates Pty Ltd2012
Current WorkSafe Support to HSRs
• Funding Unions to engage HSRSOs• Dedicated HSR support resource and HSR
training course approvals and audits• WorkSafe Inspectors attending workplaces to
address OHS issues• WorkSafe Advisory Service providing a contact
point for OHS advice• Annual HSR Conference and WorkSafe Awards
for HSRs• Funding at the Victorian Trades Hall Council
(VTHC) website for HSRs
David Caple & Associates Pty Ltd2012
Sources of Advice
WorkSafe survey indicate HSRSO as a source of advice for HSRs
HSR website – third party practical advice WorkSafe website – difficult to navigate and not
targeted to HSR needs WorkSafe Advisory Service – general advice Majority of advice from company websites and
OHS advisors
David Caple & Associates Pty Ltd2012
Project Methodology1. 19 Case studies
2. Literature review
3. Reviewing data from WorkSafe’s Social Research Unit
4. Stakeholder consultations WorkSafe Victoria Union representatives Employer representatives
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Key Findings
The total number of HSRs in Victorian workplaces is unknown
Estimated 20,000-25,000 in Victoria
Health & Safety
Advocates
HSRs elected and
trained
HSRs in Unions with
HSRSOs – 3,000
David Caple & Associates Pty Ltd2012
HSR Support from WorkSafe Inspectors
Inspectors need to respect the role of HSRs through consultation and engagement when onsite
Inspectors need to support resolution of technical OHS issues and reinforce the importance of consultation arrangements
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Types of Support HSRs Say They Need
HSR Support
OHS non
technical support
OHS technical
support
OHS process
David Caple & Associates Pty Ltd2012
OHS Process Support
Examples include: Issuing PIN Issuing Cease Work Notice Strategies for OHS Issue Resolution Clarifying consultation obligations of employers
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OHS Technical Support
Examples include: Industry specific knowledge on workplace hazards Options for risk controls Networking and targeted OHS training Preference for telephone or face-to-face, rather
than web-based or reading Frequently use “Google”
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Non Technical OHS Support
Examples include: Problem solving and communication strategies OHS Committees and decision making processes Leadership and peer support skills Communication and literacy skills
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Importance of HSR Support HSRs need to feel “passionate and empowered” Where there are poor work place relationships,
they can feel “alienated and frustrated with management”
HSRs are generally “time poor” to conduct research on technical advice
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Health & Safety Advocates
Generally not elected and with limited OHS training Typical in small and medium sized workplaces Seen as “eyes and ears” of management The “go to person” by workers and managers Identify themselves as “HSRs”
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HSR Training
Generic 5 day training courses less targeted than industry based
Learning outcomes from the approved providers. Focus on OHS legal requirements Insufficient content on OHS processes such as job
safety analysis, risk assessment, and consultation skills
Adult learning principles required with more case study and scenario based learning
David Caple & Associates Pty Ltd2012
Recommendations1. Develop state-wide HSR database.
2. Proactively communicate with HSRs using newsletters, safety alerts, and targeted industry based OHS information.
3. Develop a dedicated HSR portal on the WorkSafe website.
4. Proactive support to HSRs particularly in regional Victoria from state-wide Hazard Management Branch and WorkSafe Inspectors.
5. Continue third party groups supporting HSRs through the HSRSO initiative and Trades Hall website.
David Caple & Associates Pty Ltd2012
Recommendations
6. Develop simple OHS tools and resources to address frequently asked questions from HSRs to the Advisory Service.
7. Initiate a program of industry specific OHS tools such as industry specific inspection checklists.
8. Review the learning outcomes from the HSR 5 day training program based on the Safe Work Australia package (2012).
9. One day refresher training program should be reviewed.
10. HSR support and training requires greater recognition of non technical skills.
David Caple & Associates Pty Ltd2012
Recommendations
11. Review the objectives and outcomes of the HSR Training Day during OHS Week.
12. Review the support and status of non elected OHS Advocates.
David Caple & Associates Pty Ltd2012
Many thanks,
David C Caple
Project Leader
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Prevention StrategyActivity update for SRG
May 31 2012
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1.Initial views on the Caple Review
2.Update on business priorities
3.Update on bullying guidance development
4.Update on Industry Solutions Workshop (Small/medium)
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Initial views on the Caple Review
Stage 1Direct service and support•Database: find them•Community: build awareness•Engage and empower: Discussion/ tools•Support: Advisory and SME support
Stage 2Systemic reform•Process for review of training•Training pathways•Skills focus•Inspectorate support for HSRs•3rd party support
Stakeholder engagement
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Lifting and lowering- a compelling case
Claims are just another input, but they’re a pretty valuable one
If our improvement notices issued under the Regs were a city, the Eureka tower would be notices on the absence of a control of risk. Less than 1% are written about the lack of information, training, instruction related to the risk involved. This would be a two storey house.
If claims were a city, we’ve got the Eureka Tower. (and no other building on the block is more than about 10 storeys high in comparison)
FracturesMusculoskeletal
Disorders Other diseaseOther injury
Stress
Being Hit by Moving Object
Falls, Trips and Slips
Manual handling
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Business Performance Management 2012
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#1- Lifting and lowering things
Continue to drive employers to eliminate hazards, or have controls in place
Use public awareness campaigns to build awareness of obligations on employers to provide information, instruction and training, and then verify whether employers have them in place.
Where controls are in place but aren't supported by information, instruction and training, use powers to direct employers to demonstrate they are utilised.
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Dangerous machines that have to be registered
The current system is outdated, and we’re hardly compelling employers to register.
Key facts• 54,500 certificates of
ownership• About 9,500 certificate
holders• About 7,000 notifications
each year and growing (21,000 f/cast for 12/13)
Pressurevessel
Lift
Crane
Dom lift
Amusement
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#2- Dangerous machines- Prescribed
Website design nearing completion
Operational from July (date TBC)
No fees, on-line
Remaining works during June:
•Client testing of system
•Education materials
•Internal training
•Stakeholder engagement
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Guarding dangerous machines
If our improvement notices issued under the Regs were a city, the Eureka tower would be notices on guarding. Hardly any notices are written about the lack of information, training, instruction related to the risk involved. These would be a two storey house.
If claims related to dangerous machines were a city, MSDs and wounds are the Eureka Tower.
What happened Claims
MSDs 2172
Open Wound 871
.Fractures 592
Deafness 587
Contusion/Crushing 482
The way it happened Claims
Body Stressing 1443
Being Hit by Moving Objects 1026
Slips, trips, falls 822
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High risk machines- guarding
Role of Inspector:focus on three (3) key types of machinery and two (2)
supporting administrative controls
Focus:Specific types of machines
Machinery that conveys stuff
#2 – Dangerous machines- Other
Machinery that mixes stuff
Machinery that stamps & cuts stuff
GUARDING -CONTROL OF RISK
Information, Training & Supervision
Isolation of machinery – Tag & Lock out
Administrative measures to ensure guarding is successfully implemented and maintained
Then, let’s isolate the most common/compe
lling high-risk machines and try to go up the supply chain to
get the problems ironed out before they get to market
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#3 – Asbestos- how things could play out
Stage 1- Help Councils and EPA get the right tools to the DIY market
Stage 2- Councils, EPA, DOH help us develop a single source of info and guidance
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#5- Construction
The perennial problem.
By any measure the sector continues to require dedicated focus and investment.
In 2010/11, the construction sector accounted for approximately 12% of claims and 14% of scheme costs and 27% of fatalities (14 out of 51).
We’ve got mature relationships with many parts of the sector and stakeholder interests, providing scope for us to have a good look at what’s working and what might be the next big thing.
During 2012/13 we will:
Apply the lifting and lowering, dangerous machines and HSR programs in the sector.
Continue with the Top Tradie campaign targeting civil, residential and general construction- focus on housekeeping; job planning; supervision; & right tool for the job Other focus elements include: safe work method statements for high risk construction work; hire yard campaigns; regional blitzes; falls from height.
Conduct a stocktake of existing programs to identify gaps and potential focus areas.
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Other priority hazards
Dangerous Goods
We will continued our focus on tankers, DG sites and imports to ensure industry compliance on high risk activities.
In addition we will build on our experience with the road freight campaign from recent years to ensure that tanker maintenance is being undertaken and systems are in place in industry through the tanker supply chain.
Agriculture
Beyond presence and awareness via Field Days and other key events, we will:1.keep going on quad-bikes;
2.focus in on the key risks of people suffering MSDs when interacting with animals in enclosed spaces
3.Deploy the dangerous machines campaign where it makes sense.
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Employer focussed programs
The Owner-visit and Integrated Approach programs provide a treatment option for us to deal with poor performing employers for which our traditional compliance and enforcement approach is not delivering sustained behavioural change in safety or RTW performance.
In 2012/13: Owner visit program•Revised resource spread:
• 40% on verification visits for employers already done• 40% on new visits• 20% on more intensive OV module
Integrated ApproachRefining existing tools used in the programSelecting fewer targets for new work- chosen through partnership , and including some key Self Insurers
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Update on psych hazard guidance
Bullying guidance refresh
Consolidation and re-write of stress guidance
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Bullying guidance refresh project
Stakeholder engagement• Psychological Health Stakeholder Forum is the engagement forum for the project
(Invitees: VTHC, CEUA, MBAV, CPSU, AEU, ANF, AIG, VECCI, DTF)• First engagement meeting held on 14 May • Stakeholder feedback obtained at that meeting is informing drafting
Next steps
• Circulate comment draft to stakeholders including SRG (late June/early July)• Forum meeting to gather formal feedback on comment draft (late June/early July)• SRG Update (July)• Finalise guidance (est. August)
#Stakeholder engagement on Stress guidance in July 2012
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Proposed timelines
2012
May Jun Jul Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec
Psych Health forum
engaged
Draft to forum
early July
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SRG updated regularly about progress
Psych Health forum
engaged Draft to forum late
August
Product finalised
Revisions as
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Drafting
Revisions as
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Forum meeting
Product finalised
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Industry solutions workshop- 15 May
•Feedback and ideas on what’s working well in the sector, and what needs to change (3hr free OHS consultancy etc)
•We want a shared vision of the future for our programs supporting improved OHS and RTW performance in small and medium enterprises
•Improve consistency of approach across providers
•Establish clear expectations of employers receiving the services
•Involve HSR’s in the process more deeply
•Improve follow-up to identify opportunities for improvement and help employers see the value of participation
•Options paper for Small/Medium Business Reference Group
•Recommendations to WSV Executive
•Further refinement and consultation
•Changes after July 2013
The day The ideas Next steps
Update on National Health and Safety Reform
Angela Jolic & Cath Duane
Stakeholder Reference Group
31 May 2012
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Codes Review Project
Mapping of• Victorian Compliance Codes• Other Victorian guidance materials • National Model Codes
Purpose• To clarify what codes and guidance materials are available• To identify any gaps
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Report on national OHS forums
Safe Work Australia Members Group, 27 April
• Draft Safe Work Australia Strategic Plan 2012 - 15
• Draft Safe Work Australia Operational Plan 2012 - 13
• Process for managing urgent issues arising with the implementation of WHS legislation
• Workers Compensation future work plan
• Next meeting on 6 June to workshop Australian Strategy
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Report on national OHS forums
Strategic Issues Group – WHS meeting, 17-18 May
• Mines regulations – exclusions for low risk mines
• Agreed to submit to SWAMG for 5 Codes of Practice to be released for public comment
• Managing risks in cable logging & Tunnelling to be drafted as guidance
• Range of Guidance material presented for approval: Health monitoring, Vibration, Cyanide poisoning
• Biological hazards framework
• Workplace exposure standards for airborne contaminants
• Implementation Update
• Reports – carbon nanotubes / particle emissions measurements
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Regulators Harmonisation Project
Heads of Workplace Safety Authorities (HWSA) next meets 5 June 2012 and will consider the following RHP matters:
• Overall project status
• Proposed Letters of Warning operational procedure
• Proposed harmonised “Working in Heat” publication and substitution workplan for other topics
• Proposed evidence guide/audit tool for monitoring approved HSR training
• Proposed model guide on EPH/right of entry
• Proposed points of proof guides for WHS Act offences
Other HWSA agenda items:• Consideration of new issues arising from WHS laws implementation
• Workshopping HWSA’s future role/activities
• Updated forklift safety guide
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SWA Implementation TAG
Last met 2 May 2012
• Various “workability” and “technical” amendments to model WHS Regulations discussed (to go to SIG-WHS or for further work)
• Comparison table of authorisation fees across jurisdictions considered
• SWA activity relating to fact sheets noted (and comment sought from TAG members out-of-session on 5 new draft fact sheets )
• Exemptions issued under WHS laws – jurisdictions’ reporting template considered
Next meets 14 June 2012 – no agenda as yet
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Any Questions?
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