Monitoring Processes
WHS health monitoring is a process of regularly checking and reviewing the health status of employees in the workplace to prevent or identify work-related injuries or illnesses. This involves collecting and analysing data about the workers' health status, evaluating their exposure to hazardous substances, and identifying any potential health risks.
The following are the common steps involved in the WHS health monitoring process:
Identify health hazards: This involves identifying potential health hazards in the workplace that could impact the workers' health, such as exposure to hazardous chemicals, noise, or vibration.
Assess exposure: This involves assessing the level of exposure to the identified health hazards. This may include measuring the levels of hazardous substances or conducting noise level testing.
Conduct health assessments: This involves conducting health assessments of workers to identify any work-related health issues. This may involve medical exams or health questionnaires.
Implement controls: Based on the results of the health assessments and exposure assessments, organizations can implement measures to control or eliminate any identified health risks, such as providing protective equipment or modifying work practices.
Monitor and review: The WHS health monitoring process should be ongoing, with regular monitoring and review of workers' health to ensure that any identified risks are being managed effectively. This may involve regular medical exams, follow-up health questionnaires, and ongoing exposure assessments.
By implementing an effective WHS health monitoring process, organizations can ensure that they are identifying and addressing any potential health risks associated with their work activities, and that they are providing a safe and healthy workplace for their workers.