OHS Information

The University of Wollongong acknowledges that effective OHS is an integral part of achieving its vision of excellence in leadership; innovation; student learning and community engagement. The University and its senior management are therefore committed to ensuring the health, safety and welfare of its employees, students, contractors and visitors. All members of the University community have a collective and individual responsibility with regard to the prevention of workplace injuries and working safely.

Quick Links in the event of an emergency

Emergency Procedures

In case of emergency call: 4221-4900 (x4900) or dial #1 from any campus security telephone
For security escorts or enquiries call: 4221-4555 (x4555)

Emergency services i.e. Ambulance/Police or Fire dial 000 or
0-000 from a University phone.

Online Training Modules

Working Safely in Science – coming soon

Upcoming Training Sessions

Date	Title	Intranet Category
Monday, 13 February 2012	Healthy Living Seminars Nutrition	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Tuesday, 21 February 2012	Casual Academic Staff Induction	Courses for New Staff
Wednesday, 29 February 2012	Laser Safety	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Friday, 2 March 2012	Getting to Know Your University (Induction)	Courses for New Staff
Wednesday, 7 March 2012	Casual Academic Staff Induction	Courses for New Staff
Friday, 9 March 2012	First Aid Training	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Friday, 9 March 2012	Probation & Promotion - Academic Staff	Career Development & Progression
Friday, 16 March 2012	Radiation Safety Training	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Tuesday, 20 March 2012	Hazard & Incident Reporting	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Friday, 23 March 2012	Addressing Hazards and Risks in the Workplace	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Tuesday, 27 March 2012	Biosafety	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Thursday, 29 March 2012	Building Warden Training	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Thursday, 5 April 2012	Fieldwork Safety Training	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Thursday, 12 April 2012	OH&S Principles for Workplace Advisory Committee Members	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Monday, 16 April 2012	Getting the Most Out of Your Performance Planner	Career Development & Progression
Tuesday, 17 April 2012	Apply first aid in a remote situation	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Thursday, 19 April 2012	First Aid Training	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Tuesday, 24 April 2012	Liquid Nitrogen Training	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Friday, 27 April 2012	Gas Care Safety Training	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Monday, 30 April 2012	Implementing OH&S - Practical Guide for Supervisors	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Tuesday, 1 May 2012	Hazardous Substances Awareness & Chem Alert	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Thursday, 10 May 2012	Managing Risks for Office Ergonomics	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Tuesday, 22 May 2012	Getting to Know Your University (Induction)	Courses for New Staff
Thursday, 24 May 2012	Mental Health First Aid	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Monday, 28 May 2012	Healthy Living Seminars Exercise	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Wednesday, 30 May 2012	First Aid Training	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Monday, 4 June 2012	Managing Risks for Manual Tasks	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Wednesday, 6 June 2012	Biosafety	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Friday, 15 June 2012	Fire Extinguisher Training	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Tuesday, 19 June 2012	Safe Work Procedures	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)
Wednesday, 27 June 2012	First Aid Training	Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)