Health & Safety Training
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Health and safety training at Memorial aims to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses, ensure compliance with legal regulations, and fosters a culture of safety among students and staff. It familiarizes individuals with hazard identification, safe work procedures, and emergency protocols, particularly in specialized environments such as laboratories.
Key purposes include:
- Preventing Injuries and Illnesses: The primary goal is to minimize accidents and protect the health of students, employees, and contractors.
- Legal Compliance: Ensuring the university meets Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and legislation.
- Hazard Identification and Control: Training workers to recognize risks and implement safety measures, such as proper handling of equipment.
- Defining Roles and Responsibilities: Clarifying the specific duties of employees and supervisors regarding safety.
- Orientation for New Workers: Introducing new staff to the work environment and specialized safety procedures.