IVET Sport & Recreation: WHS in Sport & Rec - E1 Introduction to Work Health and Safety

In this episode, hosts Sarah and Aisha introduce the unit Participate in WHS Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and Risk Control Processes. They outline the four-step risk management process used in Victorian workplaces and explain why consultation with staff runs through every step. The episode previews the key areas covered across the series, from WHS legislation and hazard identification through to risk controls and worker participation. Key Takeaways: – Work health and safety is an ongoing four-step process: identify hazards, assess risks, control risks, and review controls. – Consultation with staff and stakeholders is required at every stage of the WHS risk management process, not just at the beginning. – WHS applies to every role in the sport and recreation industry, from coaching juniors to managing a pool or leading a bushwalk. – Hazard identification, risk assessment, the hierarchy of controls, and consultative arrangements are the key areas covered across the series. – Victoria operates under its own occupational health and safety legislation, with WorkSafe Victoria as the regulator. Disclaimer: This episode features AI-generated voices created using ElevenLabs, with content developed by IVET. This podcast is produced for educational purposes only as an additional learning resource within the IVET suite, and as such remains the intellectual property of the IVET Group. Any unauthorised use or distribution is strictly prohibited. All content is current at the time of recording and may not reflect subsequent updates.