S&R SEM 2 Exam

• 1. Risk management process

  Identify, assess, control, monitor risks
• 1. How risks are rated

  Based on likelihood and consequences using a risk matrix
• 1. Ways to identify hazards in the workplace

  • Safety audits
  • Physical inspection
  • Observation of employees & their complaints
  • Investigating accidents and near misses
  • Environmental monitoring
• 1. Hierarchy of control

  Preferred options for controlling risks from most to least effective

  Elimination,

  Substitution, Isolation, Engineering controls (make physical changes to. the environment)

  Administrative controls (changing the way work is performed)

  PPE
• 1. Considerations when implementing a control

  • Implemented as intended
  • Adequacy
  • Creation of further risks
• 1. Importance of monitoring and reviewing controls

  • Check for changes
  • Ensure adequacy
  • Evaluate effectiveness of risk management process
• 1. Definition of near miss

  Near misses are incidents which were narrowly avoided, they should also be reported to ensure they are prevented in the future
• 1. Definition of notifiable incident

  Incidents resulting in death, medical treatment, hospitalisation
• 1. Importance of consulting staff regarding WHS issues

  Staff are familiar with the workplace environment
• 1. Benefits of consulting staff on WHS issues

  • Greater sense of ownership
  • Adherence to correct protocols
  • Creation of a safer workplace
• 1. Encouraging staff to be part of the consultative process

  • Make it part of job roles
  • Value input and feedback
  • Make discussions relevant and meaningful
  • Provide incentives like food
  • make it easy for them to participate
• 1. Types of whs signs

  emergency equipment

  dangerous goods classifications

  ppe

  specific hazards (stairs, sharps, etc)
• 2. 7 fitness components

  muscular strength

  muscular power

  muscular endurance

  speed

  agility

  flexibility

  stability & balance
• 2. Muscular strength

  ability of muscles to generate force against resistance
• 2. Muscular power

  combination of strength and speed, the ability to generate force quickly and explosively
• 2. Speed

  ability to move rapidly from one point to another, quickness of movement
• 2. Agility

  ability to change direction quickly and maintain control while moving
• 2. Muscular endurance

  ability to sustain physical activity over a prolonged period, ability of muscles to perform repetitive contractions without fatigue
• 2. Flexibility

  the range of motion available at the joints
• 2. Stability & Balance

  ability to maintain stability and control over the body's position during rest or movement
• 2. Repetition

  the number of times a specific movement is performed
• 2. Sets

  a group of repetitions
• 2. Physiotherapist

  assess an individual's physical condition

  they use a combination of manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercises, strapping and other treatments to address pain, improve mobility & enhance physical performance

  identify underlying issues within an athlete that may affect their training

  provide injury prevention strategies

  monitor athletes movements and form
• 2. Sports trainer

  healthcare professional who prevents and treats injuries, aid in recovery

  teach athletes how to prevent injury through exercises and proper technique

  diagnose sport related injuries, determine the severity and nature of the problem

  provide immediate first aid and carry out treatment plans for the rehabilitation process
• 2. Sport-specific coach

  work with athletes in a specific sport

  have an in-depth knowledge and expertise in the sports requirements and techniques

  help athletes improve their skills, tactics, & strategies

  asses strengths and weaknesses of each athlete

  design personalised s&c programs

  closely monitor progress of each athlete

  provide motivation, encouragement and constructive feedback

  use sport specific drills to stimulate real-game scenarios
• 2. Strength & conditioning coach

  make athletes stronger, faster and better at the skills they need for their sport

  also aid in preventing injuries and improving overall fitness

  have an in-depth knowledge of the body and how it adapts to stress and recovers

  asses mental and physical fatigue

  ensures athletes progress toward their goals safely and effectively, minimising risk of injury

  design tailored training programs

  understand athletes goals and hold them accountable ensuring they stay consistent and committed
• 2. Fitness instructor

  leads exercise classes and helps people stay fit and healthy

  teach different types of work outs

  guide people to use equipment safely and effectively

  motivate and educate
• 2. Types of recovery methods

  active recovery

  rest days

  stretching

  foam rolling

  compression garments

  cold/ice therapy

  massage therapy

  hydration & nutrition

  sleep

  breathing techniques

  heat therapy

  electrolyte replenishment
• 2. Recovery methods

  these methods aid athletes' bodies in the healing process and stimulate faster recovery

  they help reduce muscle soreness, fatigue, and stress while improving the bodies readiness for future activity

  the effectiveness of these methods may vary between athletes

  qualified s&c specialists should be consulted before choosing a recovery method
• 3. Emergency equipment safety checks

  its contents, within use-by date, replenish missing items, troubleshooting guidelines, contacting manufacturer for servicing
• 3. Maintenance documentation

  keeps a record of all the important information about the maintenance work done on a piece, who and when. They include:

  • maintenance logs
  • work orders (outline tasks to be performed)
  • inspection checklists
  • repair reports
  • service contracts
  • equipment manuals
  • calibration certificates
• 3. Packing up equipment

  be calm and organised

  disassemble any detachable parts of the equipment

  get help for heavy pieces

  stack items safely

  always store and handle equipment according to the manufacturers instructions
• 3. Correct technique when lifting

  adopt a stable position

  grip the equipment as close to your waist as possible

  bend your knees and hips to squat down

  walk with your head up so you can see where you are going

  if it begins to slip, stop and re-set before trying to carry the equipment again
• 3. Maintaining storage areas

  keep clean, tidy and organised to prevent damage

  use hooks, baskets, bins, shelves, bags, drawers etc to store

  it is essential to consider which storage solution would be most suitable

  things should be clearly labeled and similar things should be stored together

  records of inventory should be completed and kept, along with things being hired
• 3. Security of storage areas

  this ensures only the right people have access to the equipment and prevents theft and damage
• 4. Good Samaritan Act

  this protects first aiders and ensures they cannot be found negligent for helping a casualty in a first aid scenario as long as:

  • their intentions were good
  • they stayed within their level of training
  • they didn't make the situation any worse
• 4. DRSABCD

  danger

  response

  send for help

  airway

  breathing

  cpr

  defibrillation
• 4. Chain of survival

  for cardiac arrest

  early access

  early cpr

  early defibrillation

  early advanced care ~ life support mechanisms

  the faster the chain of survival is activated the better the chances of the persons survival of cardiac arrest
• 6. Contingency plan

  the plan B

  being proactive can help lessen the impact when things go wrong

  asking "what if?" when planning helps us think ahead and come up with solutions to potential problems
• 6. Sources of stress at work

  heavy workload

  tight deadlines

  high expectations

  lack of control

  job insecurity

  work-life imbalance

  conflict

  bullying or harassment

  physical environment

  poor communication