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3 points to remember:
•	Most incidents can be avoided; be aware of conditions around you.  If you see that something is wrong, fix it or report it.
•	Do not have the attitude that health and safety is someone else’s problem.  
•	You have a legal obligation to work safely; breaches can result in heavy fines for you and the company 

Stick to the rules
•	Be aware of your obligations under the legislation
•	Be aware of company rules and regulations
•	Co-operate with directions to maintain and improve safe conditions

Know your way around
•	Become familiar with the workplace in all respects, so that you know where to go and who to turn to in an emergency.
•	Locate all exit points.
•	Know who is responsible for Health and Safety and First Aid.
•	Locate First Aid stations.
•	Know the evacuation procedures.
•	Find out where the fire fighting equipment is and how to use it.
•	Locate communication points such as phones and intercoms, etc.

Share what you know
Tactfully alert a fellow worker if he/she is engaged in unsafe practices.

Housekeeping - Amenities
•	A clean workplace is a safer workplace and you have a personal responsibility to clean up after yourself.
•	Keep amenities clean; such as showers, change rooms, fridges, urns, microwaves, jugs, appliances, sink and bench tops and meal rooms.
•	Put rubbish, scraps, waste etc. in bins.
•	Put perishable foodstuffs in the refrigerator.
•	Replace lids and caps on containers.
•	Wipe up spills

Keep your eyes open
•	Be alert to potential hazards and risks; if you observe any then do something about them.
•	Report potentially dangerous situations or practices to management.
•	Remove, cover, signpost or barricade hazards whenever practical.