Heatleys Trade TALK Edition 13 | October 2023

SAFETY SOLUTIONS

FOR EVERY WORKPLACE

SUPPORTED BY THE BIGGEST BRANDS

IN FOCUS: MANAGING WORKPLACE SAFETY

NATIONAL SAFE WORK MONTH

National Safe Work Month is an important time to reflect on the importance of workplace safety and the wellbeing of our employees. By working together to manage risks, protect workers’ mental health, support all workers, and ensure a safe and healthy workplace, we create environments where employees thrive, and businesses succeed.

At Heatleys, we understand the significance of workplace safety and we have teamed up with our top safety brands and product experts to bring the best safety solutions to your workplace. Whether it’s personal protective equipment, height safety, security, or hydration, Heatleys provides a one-stop solution to meet all safety needs.

MANAGING WORKPLACE SAFETY

mitigated. This collaborative approach promotes a culture of safety awareness and creates a safer working environment for all.

Heatleys offers a wide range of safety products and equipment to complement risk management efforts. From personal protective equipment (PPE) to safety signage and hazard identification tools, our products are designed to empower workplaces to proactively manage risks and enhance safety standards.

Protect workers’ mental health

While physical safety is paramount, it is equally important to address the mental health of workers. At Heatleys, we firmly believe that a healthy workplace goes hand in hand with mental wellbeing. Stress, anxiety, and feeling burnt out can significantly impact employee productivity and overall health. To address this, fostering a culture of support and open communication is key. By providing employee assistance programs, stress management workshops, and promoting work life balance, we can collectively create an environment where workers feel safe discussing their mental health concerns.

Support all workers

When creating safe work systems, it is important to consider the requirements of every employee. This includes understanding and addressing the factors that mean some workers may be at higher risk of harm. At Heatleys, we believe in providing equal opportunities and support for all workers, regardless of their background or abilities. It’s important to establish a workplace culture that respects diversity and promotes inclusivity. By working together to create a respectful and inclusive environment, we can strengthen our collective commitment to workplace safety.

Ensure a safe and healthy workplace

A safe and healthy workplace is achieved through the joint efforts of everyone involved. It is crucial to regularly revise your Australian Work Health and Safety plan to adapt to the everchanging workplace landscape and to prevent workers from being exposed to risks brought about by new technologies or workforce changes. By fostering a culture of safety awareness and promoting active employee engagement in safety programs, we can ensure that each employee returns home safely and in good health after their day at work.

To view our full range of safety and PPE equipment, visit heatleys.com.au

CORRECTLY FITTING A LINQ HARNESS

Inspect harness to make sure it is fit for your height safety application and that all components are in excellent working condition.

Hold harness by the rear Dorsal D Ring and arrange it to avoid any crossed or twisted straps.

Don the harness as you would put on a jacket.

The Dorsal D Ring must be positioned between the shoulder blades.

Adjust all straps and buckles for a firm, comfortable fit. Have a workmate check all connections.

Connect the chest strap across the upper body, and then connect the waist strap (if fitted - multi-purpose model). Adjust shoulder strap to approx 100mm of extra webbing above buckle to ensure sub-pelvic strap is positioned correctly and forms a seat.

The belay loops must be brought together and fixed with an approved connector (Note: Never use single belay loops – always use in pairs).

When securing the buckles on the LINQ Safety Harness, the pointy end must click into the female end first.

Secure left leg strap to left leg buckle and right leg strap to right leg buckle, making sure the webbing is not twisted.

MATES in Construction is a national mental health and suicide prevention charity: an industrybased solution for an industry-based problem.

MATES’ integrated program of training and ongoing support reduces suicide through creating a workplace community of ‘mates looking out for mates’. Our program is designed specifically for the construction industry and is based on the simple idea that suicide is everyone’s business. It provides ways for members of the construction industry to take an active role in improving the mental health and wellbeing of workers which means everyone plays a part, rather than leaving it to mental health professionals.

MATES has trained over 200,000 people nationally in General Awareness, 15,000 Connectors and 2,000 ASIST workers, whilst providing case management support to over 9,000 workers and their families.

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