T1. Training

T1.1 Introduction
T1.2 Standard
T1.3 Procedures
   T1.3.1 Obligations and responsibilities
   T1.3.2 Types of training
   T1.3.3 Evaluation of training
   T1.3.4 Training records
   

T1.1 Introduction

T1.2  Standard

The Workplace Health and Safety Act 1995 (Qld) and other legislative provisions require the University to meet its obligations to ensure the health and safety of all employees, students and others. Consequently the University must educate and assist individuals to meet their workplace health and safety responsibilities.

T1.3  Procedures

T1.3.1 Obligations and responsibilities

Category 4 Delegates or above must ensure that the functional areas of the University under their control comply with the Workplace Health and Safety Act (1995), all applicable standards and University policies. 

In carrying out these obligations, Category 4 Delegates or above are expected to ensure employees are adequately supervised and trained in standard work practices.

Supervisors have an obligation to ensure the workplace health and safety of all employees and others under their control by preventing or minimising their exposure to risk.  To meet this obligation, Supervisors are expected to:

• be familiar with legal requirements and standards and ensure employees are operating within these requirements;
• include health and safety information in all employee induction training;and
• ensure all employees are aware of evacuation procedures and emergency procedures.

All employees have an obligation to comply with the University's workplace health and safety policies, procedures and instructions to ensure a safe workplace.

Students, visitors and others have an obligation to comply with instructions given for health and safety at the University;

T1.3.2 Types of training

The University provides training to managers, employees and students to enable them to meet their workplace health and safety responsibilities.

Induction Training
All new and existing employees are required to complete annual induction training.

On-the-Job Training
Supervisors are expected to provide training to employees on the job.  This type of training should be used to introduce new or redesigned standard work processes and associated equipment. 

Formal Training Sessions
Formal, structured training sessions are provided to University employees to improve knowledge and skills in relation to workplace health and safety.  USQSafe is responsible for the design, delivery and administration of formal training.

Training in Emergency Procedures
Building Wardens are given access to training in emergency procedures, including fire safety, evacuations and bomb/arson threats, to enable them to more effectively fulfil their responsibilities.

Emergency Squad members are given the following training to enable them to fulfil their responsibilities:
 - evacuation procedures
 - area familiarisation
 - fire extinguisher handling as appropriate
 - CPR
Building Wardens are responsible for ensuring their Squad members are provided with the necessary training.

Other Training
Refer to the other sections of this manual for more details of the specific training requirements for the various procedures.

T1.3.3 Evaluation of training

The training provided to employees must be evaluated by the presenter and reviewed at least annually by the Supervisor to ensure it is meeting current requirements.

Contact USQSafe for advice on evaluation and review methods.

T1.3.4 Training records

Records of any training conducted should be held in each cost centre and must be forwarded to USQSafe.  USQSafe must keep training records for at least 5 years from the date of the last entry in them. 

Training records should include:
 - program title and date
 - name of participants
 - objectives and content
 - name of training presenter
 - accreditation details of program and presenter where appropriate.