Work & Health Safety Policy

🛡️ Enfort Work Health and Safety Policy

Date: 18/08/2025  Next Review Date: 18/08/2026





🎯 Purpose



Enfort is committed to providing a safe, healthy, and empowering working environment for all employees, contractors and volunteers. We believe that all workplace injuries and illnesses are preventable, and that safety is a shared responsibility.

This policy outlines our obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic) and OHS Regulations 2017, and our commitment to continuous improvement in WHS performance.

In the context of thermal performance assessments, quotes, insulation installation, and draughtproofing, we recognise the unique hazards associated with working in residential properties, at heights, in confined spaces (e.g., ceilings, subfloors), and with various materials and equipment. We are dedicated to implementing robust WHS practices to mitigate these risks.





2. Scope and Applicability 📍



This policy applies to all Enfort staff, contractors, subcontractors and volunteers involved in our operations, including those undertaking thermal performance assessments, quotes, insulation installation, and draughtproofing activities.





3. Legal and Regulatory Framework ⚖️



Enfort’s WHS obligations are governed by:

• Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic).

• Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2017 (Vic).

• Enforced by WorkSafe Victoria.

We also reference:

• Miscellaneous Award 2020 for employment conditions that impact WHS (e.g., fatigue management).

• Relevant Codes of Practice (e.g., Confined Spaces, Working at Heights, Asbestos Management).





4. Roles and Responsibilities 👥



4.1 Directors and Officers

• Exercise due diligence under Section 144 of the OHS Act.

• Allocate resources and ensure compliance.

• Embed WHS into governance and strategic planning.

4.2 Management

• Provide a safe workplace and systems of work.

• Ensure safe use and storage of substances.

• Provide welfare facilities, training, and supervision.

• Monitor workplace conditions and worker health.

• Consult with staff and WHS representatives.

• Ensure compliance with building codes and standards.

• Reference Enfort’s internal resources for best practice guidance.

4.3 Workers

• Take reasonable care for their own health and safety.

• Avoid actions that may harm others.

• Follow WHS instructions and procedures.

• Use PPE as trained and instructed.

• Report hazards, incidents, and near misses immediately.

• Participate in WHS consultation and training.

• Understand specific WHS risks related to thermal performance assessments, insulation, draughtproofing and office based duties.





5. Consultation and Empowerment 🗣️



Enfort is committed to meaningful consultation under Part 4 of the OHS Act, including:

• Identifying hazards and assessing risks collaboratively.

• Making decisions about risk controls and WHS facilities.

• Reviewing policies and procedures with staff input.

• Recognising lived experience and invisible labour in risk identification.

• Embedding WHS into position descriptions and progression pathways.

Communication will occur through team meetings, training sessions, and accessible documentation.





6. Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, and Control ⚠️



6.1 Hazard Identification

Includes but is not limited to:

• Working in ceilings, subfloors, or confined spaces.

• Working at heights (ladders, roofs).

• Exposure to dust, fibres, mould, insulation fibres or airborne contaminants.

• Electrical hazards (wiring, appliance testing).

• Manual handling of insulation rolls or equipment.

• Slips, trips, and falls in residential environments.

• Asbestos risks in older properties.

6.2 Risk Assessment

Evaluate likelihood and consequences to determine risk levels.

6.3 Risk Control

Apply the hierarchy of control:

• Elimination.

• Substitution.

• Engineering controls.

• Administrative controls.

• Personal protective equipment (PPE).

Examples:

• Use ladder locks for access roofs.

• Ventilate confined spaces.

• Provide P2 masks and eye protection.

• Train in safe lifting techniques.

• Test and tag electrical equipment.

• Respect client privacy and property boundaries.





7. Training and Supervision 🎓



All workers will receive WHS training relevant to their roles:

• General WHS induction.

• Task-specific training (NatHERS, insulation, draughtproofing).

• PPE use and maintenance.

• Emergency procedures (first aid, fire safety).

• Asbestos awareness (if applicable).

• Updates on best practices and industry guidelines.

Supervision will be provided, especially for new or high-risk roles.





8. Reporting and Escalation Pathways 📝



All incidents, near misses, and hazards must be reported immediately. Enfort will:

• Investigate causes and implement corrective actions.

• Maintain accurate records.

• Report notifiable incidents to WorkSafe Victoria as required.





9. Emergency Management 🚨



Clear procedures will be communicated and include:

• First aid arrangements.

• Evacuation plans.

• Emergency contact details.





10. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 🧤



PPE will be provided and maintained for tasks where risks remain. Workers must use PPE as instructed and report defects.

Examples include:

• Safety glasses/goggles.

• P2 masks.

• Gloves.

• Protective clothing.

• Safety footwear.

• Hard hats.

• High-visibility clothing.





11. Review and Continuous Improvement 🔄



This policy will be reviewed:

• Annually.

• After incidents or near misses.

• When legislation or work processes change.

• Based on staff feedback.

Enfort is committed to a culture of continuous improvement in WHS performance.





12. Ethics and Values Alignment 🧭



This policy reflects Enfort’s commitment to:

• Collaborative governance: valuing care, transparency, and shared responsibility.

• Equity and inclusion: recognising diverse needs and risks.

• Sustainability: ensuring WHS systems are adaptable and future-proof.

• Safety: Ensuring work carried out by Enfort is safe for staff, contractors, volunteers and customers.





Signed: Jarrod Coyles, Director, Enfort Date: 18/08/2025





📝 Notes and Amendments