For this assessment you need to prepare an Emergency Risk Register and write a report of around 1500 words.
Task:
The assessment task is made up of two parts as follows:
Part 1:
Select a workplace (real or a scenario where you make up the details) and write a brief introduction that describes the workplace (including type of work performed, number of workers, management structure , building layout etc.) .
Now create an Emergency Risk Register that clearly identifies all potential emergencies (list at least five) that could occur in this workplace. Your Emergency Risk Register should be in table format and contain the following headings: Potential emergency/Possible cause & location/Consequence/Risk Rank/Emergency Response
Part 2:
Write a report to management explaining the purpose of the Emergency Risk Register, how the identified emergencies were determined and what action needs to be taken to ensure that appropriate emergency response plans are developed, implemented, monitored and evaluated to ensure continued improvement and effectiveness. The report should address the following headings and elements:
1. Introduction and background – write a brief introduction that describes the workplace where the emergency procedures will apply (e.g. office, warehouse, shop, etc.) providing all relevant information such as what the company does/produces (e.g. construction, chemical plant etc.) the nature of the physical environment, number of workers, etc.
2. Purpose of the Emergency Risk Register – explain the need, aims and objectives of the emergency risk register. (Check relevant OHS/WHS Regulations in your State/Territory for legislative requirements. For example students in NSW should have regard to Clause 43 (3) of the WHS Regulation 2011).
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3. Research & Methodology – explain what research was conducted to prepare the emergency risk register, e.g. consultation with line managers and workers, research of other (similar) workplaces, OHS/WHS alerts, best practice, etc.
4. Conclusion & recommendations – explain what action(s) the PCBU/employer needs to take to ensure that appropriate and effective
emergency response plans are developed, implemented, monitored and evaluated to ensure compliance and continued improvement in
emergency preparedness. (Refer to relevant legislation, Codes of Practice and Standards such as AS3745:2010 Planning for emergencies in facilities.