Worker Induction
A work health and safety (WHS) induction program is an important part of forming a positive work health & safety culture
for a business.
A Work Health & Safety (WHS) induction will usually cover a wide range of work health and safety issues including the
health and safety responsibilities of the employer and the employee as well as the organisation’s process for reporting
incidents and hazards in the workplace, risk management procedures, and its emergency and first aid procedures.
Introduction
Explain to new worker about …
the industry and work tasks in the business
job description and responsibilities
policies and procedures
dress code, personal presentation and
behaviour
security of worker and personal belongings
car parking
show the work area, toilets, drinking water, washing and eating facilities
Key People
manager / owner
supervisor and other workers
health and safety representative / safety
committee representative
payroll officer and human resources staff
Emergency
Explain to new worker about …
first aid officer and emergency warden
what to do on discovering a fire and other emergency procedures, including use of equipment
show location of exits and fire extinguishers / blankets / hoses, first aid kits and supplies
Job Introduction
Walk around and explain to new worker about …
provide information on workplace hazards,
controls and supervision
issue PPE and train worker in its use, cleaning, maintenance and storage
work area, equipment, job tasks and
responsibilities
show how to safely use, store and maintain
tools, machinery and hazardous chemicals
(including access to safety data sheets)
demonstrate how to do the job safely
Work Health and Safety systems
Explain to new worker about …
consultation processes, such as health and safety representative, safety committee (who to speak to about safety concerns or ask for safety information)
how to report injuries, incidents, hazards and near misses and how to access relevant forms
safety policies and procedures (eg bullying, drug/alcohol, dispute resolution etc)
roles and responsibilities
Training
Explain to new worker about …
first aid, fire safety and emergency procedures training
hazard specific training (eg hazardous chemicals, manual handling)
on the job training in Safe Work Method Statements
Review
answer and ask questions
review work practices and procedures
repeat any training required or provide additional training if needed