Training for staff
 Induction Training
All new staff undergo a half day organisational induction which covers:
Introduction to the history of the organisation.
Introduction to the organisational structure of the company.
Presentation, explanation and discussion of the safety policy.
Introduction of the Safety Management System.
Discussion and presentation of documented procedures on the reporting requirements for incidents and hazards.
A list and explanation of company general policies.
Communications issues (reporting, use of telephones, fax, staff newsletters etc.).
Information on workers compensation and rehabilitation.
Employment issues such as salary, leave, company policies etc.
Orientation Day
All new staff are required to attend a one day orientation day within 6 months of commencing employment. This is a fun day training event conducted by the Executive Director, at an off-site location. This course covers:
History of Horizon Foundation
Workplace Health & Safety
Rehabilitation
Values & Communication
Duty of Care
Horizon Policies
Disability Service Standards
Quality Assurance
Value Added Service
WH&S Training
All staff are required to attend annual WH&S General Awareness Training and Fire Awareness Training. This training re-emphasis the organisations commitment to WH&S and provides staff with a re-fresher on WH&S policies and procedures.
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