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Stop young workers getting injured.
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Today, inexperienced workers aged 15-24 are 21% more likely to be
severely injured than their older workmates. The fact is, they
need more supervision so they know the risks involved.
Across the retail sector, common injuries for young people are:
• musculoskeletal injuries from slipping on wet/greasy floors, and
• injuries from lifting heavy items or being hit by moving objects.
Young workers need your active supervision to stay safe
Be more involved with how they do their jobs by:
• monitoring their work and being available to answer questions, and
• training them thoroughly so they know the safe way to perform each new task and the potential hazards.
Without your active involvement chances are young workers will try to "wing it". And that’s when injuries happen.
Practical information to stop young worker injuries
For practical information you can visit
worksafe.vic.gov.au/youngworkers and download:
• Your Health and Safety Guide to Managing Young Workers
• Training Checklist for Young Workers
• Training Checklist for Work Experience and Structured Workplace Learning Students
• Safety Tips for Young Workers
• Young Workers in Retail Injury Hotspot
WorkSafe Inspections
WorkSafe now inspects a different workplace every 12 minutes.
Following our guidance will help to ensure your young workers stay safe at work and that you’re
better prepared for a visit by our inspectors.
Yours sincerely,
John Merritt
Executive Director, Health & Safety
P.S. When it comes to workplace safety, common sense cannot be assumed. Ensure your young workers are thoroughly trained and supervised. Visit
WorkSafe
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