Everyone is entitled to a healthy and safe working environment. When on duty at the BCEC remember the following points.
- Report all sickness and injuries to your supervisor and to security control
- No job is urgent as to warrant risking a life
- A job is well done only if it is done safely
- Wear protective clothing, shoes and safety glasses where necessary
- Small injuries can easily get worse unless treated promptly
Recent changes
Queensland Legislation changed from 1 September 2016, for the detailed update please go to: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/public-health/topics/atod/tobacco-laws/
What does this mean at BCEC?
- Electronic cigarettes are now classed as smoking products and therefore will be treated the same
- Staff to use the designated smoking area only as per BCEC policy
- No smoking on the docks or service road as per BCEC policy
- The no-smoking area at non-residential building entrances extends from 4 to 5 metres
- Signage at BCEC will be updated to reflect this
If you would like assistance to quit smoking you are able to get more information at: http://www.qld.gov.au/health/staying-healthy/atods/smoking/index.html