WSQ Comply with Workplace Safety and Health Practices (Classroom and Asynchronous e-learning)
About This Course
The Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Act is a legislation relating to the safety, health, and welfare of persons at work in a workplace. While employers have duties under the act to assess and control risks in the workplace, individual employees also play a very important role to identify and report risks, and to comply with safety practices so that to avoid injuries and potential health issues. This course equips learners with the necessary understanding on one’s responsibilities relating to safety and health in the working environment. They are to gain knowledge and skills in delivering healthcare that are in line with workplace safety and health practices.
What You'll Learn
Appraise worker's roles and responsibilities under the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Act in a healthcare environment.
the mapping of Ks and As:
K1. Worker's responsibilities stipulated under the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Act
Learning Outcome 2:
2.1 Identify workplace safety and health hazards in a healthcare environment.
the mapping of Ks and As:
K2. Risks associated with assigned tasks
A6. Participate in resolving hazards and risks identified in the work areas in accordance with the organisational procedures
2.2 Report workplace safety and health hazards according to organisational procedures and guidelines.
the mapping of Ks and As:
K3. Workplace procedures for reporting WSH issues and contributing and participating in WSH.
A1. Practise personal hygiene at workplace and report WSH issues to appropriate persons in accordance with the organisational procedures and WSH Act.
A3. Identify and report potential hazards and risks associated with the work areas and unsafe working conditions and work practices in accordance with organisational procedures.
Learning Outcome 3
Operate workplace safety and health practices in carrying out assigned tasks.
the mapping of Ks and As:
K5. Types of personal protective equipment and safety devices
K6. Types and importance of safety signs
K7. Procedures for proper use of personal protective equipment, safety devices, anit-viral, and disinfectants
A2. Follow safety signs, instructions and workplace risk control measures in accordance with organisational procedures
A4. Adhere to PPE requirement and safety devices required
Learning Outcome 4
Coordinate workplace emergencies according to organisational guidelines and procedures.
the mapping of Ks and As:
K4. Organisational procedures for risk control and dealing with emergencies
A5. Follow the instructions given by authorised personnel and infectious disease outbreak control in the event of emergency at the workplace
Entry Requirements
Employability Skills Workforce Skills Qualifi cations (ES WSQ) Workplace Literacy andNumeracy (WPLN) Level 5