Know your hazards: safety video series

Two new instalments in the ‘Know your hazards’ video series, designed for recognising and improving safety in the resources industry, are now available.  

The Department of Mines and Petroleum has produced the video series, which is aimed at helping supervisors and work teams recognise common workplace hazards that have injured or killed people in their industry. 

The department said being able to correctly identify hazards is the first step towards reducing the risk of accidents in the workplace.

Launched at the 2015 Mines Safety Roadshow, the second instalment in the video series, ‘Down to Earth’ has a focus on falling from height.

The first video explains why falls from height — whether a stumble of a few centimetres or a fall of metres — can have serious outcomes, while the perception of what heights are considered ‘safe’ is challenged.

The second video explores the potential social ramifications of a fall from height on a person’s career, relationships, hobbies and mental health, as well as their family and friends.

Three people affected by the consequences of a fall from height share their stories to raise awareness of the impact of workplace accidents.

To view other videos in the ‘Know your hazards’ safety series, go to www.dmp.wa.gov.au/20908.aspx.