1. Review the simulated workplace information for Brisbane Blinds Pty Ltd in the Appendix at the end of this task and in the Assessment Task Appendix document provided by your assessor.
2. You will be playing the role of Deputy HSR. Choose to act in that role as either the Senior Forklift Operator or the Payroll Officer.
3. Prepare for the role-play meeting with your workplace Health and Safety Representative (HSR) to discuss the WHS legal framework as it applies to the simulated workplace. For the purposes of this assessment, the HSR role will be played by your assessor. Consider the following questions:
a. What current WHS legislation and codes of practice apply to Brisbane Blinds?
b. Is Brisbane Blinds compliant with its own WHS policy and WHS legislation?
c. What WHS written procedures does Brisbane Blinds have?
d. How could you apply legislation or compliance codes to Brisbane Blinds? What changes or actions would you make to help the organisation comply? Give two examples.
e. What WHS duty holders currently have roles in work health and safety at Brisbane Blinds? What are their roles and obligations under legislation?
f. What legal obligation does Brisbane Blinds have towards its workforce with regard to consultation and training? Refer to at least one piece of legislation or code of practice.
g. What might the consequences of non-compliance be for Brisbane Blinds? Give two examples of possible breaches and associated penalties.