Introduction | SAFE Steps | Manual Handling | Hazardous Substances | Noise | Electricity | Mechanical Equipment | OHS Laws | H & S Representatives | Right to Refuse Unsafe Work | Self Assessment

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the ActSafe General Module, an on-line health and safety package for all owners, managers, and workers of small, medium and large sized businesses.

The ActSafe General Module contains information on:

• safety management steps SAFE;
• manual handling;
• hazardous substances;
• noise;
• electricity;
• mechanical equipment;
• workplace occupational health and safety laws;
• responsibilities of employers and employees;
• health and safety representatives;
• resolving health and safety problems; and
• the right to refuse unsafe work.

If you successfully complete the self assessment test for the General Module you will receive an on-line ActSafe General Health and Safety Awareness Certificate signed by the ACT Commissioner for Occupational Health and Safety.