Master Plumbers Apprentices Limited  
 SECTION TWO | PAGE 6 of 52
SAFETY HANDBOOK  
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SAFETY RULES
SAFETY PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
 
 
 


2.1 SAFETY RULES

Employees of Master Plumbers Apprentices Limited must be prepared to observe the following broad rules:

1. Familiarise yourself with all the safety requirements and procedures for the area in which you work.

2. All injuries must be reported the same day and entered on the appropriate accident form found in the back of your time book. You must also report all accidents, injuries and near misses to the First Aid attendant/Safety Officer and your immediate supervisor no matter how slight, by the end of the shift. If sick during shift you must report to First Aid and your immediate supervisor by the end of the shift. Contact your Field Officer as soon as possible.


3. All safety instructions given for your own health and safety or for the health and safety of others must be obeyed.


4. Personal Protective Equipment must be worn as directed.
Observe all safety notices and signs.


5. The wearing of unsuitable clothing will not be permitted on the job, check with the Client Supervisor for suitability.


6. Safety devices and guards must not be removed or made inoperative. All defects must be immediately reported to supervisors.


7. Vehicles or other items of plant and machinery must not be started, moved or perated without authority. Drivers shall obey all road signs and speed limits. Plant or equipment requiring special licences, certificates or training must not be operated unless you are authorised to do so.

8. Horseplay or practical jokes of any kind will not be tolerated.

9. In the event of any doubt pertaining to work, contact your immediate Client Supervisor.


10. Familiarise yourself with the plant layout, location of first aid facilities, emergency procedures, store, telephone locations and other areas. Also find out the names and locations of emergency personnel.


 
 
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