{"id":344,"date":"2019-03-29T05:59:26","date_gmt":"2019-03-29T05:59:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/springstage.com.au\/makibe\/?page_id=344"},"modified":"2019-06-12T04:15:25","modified_gmt":"2019-06-12T04:15:25","slug":"policies-procedures","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/makibeaustralia.com.au\/portal\/policies-procedures\/","title":{"rendered":"Policies &#038; Procedures"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"gform_title\"><strong>Policies, Principals and Procedures<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][vc_column_text]Please read the form below -OR- download the PDF.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;]\n\n\t<a href=\"http:\/\/makibeaustralia.com.au\/portal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Candidate-Registration-Pack-Part-2-UPDATED.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: #ffffff;background-color: #30b6f0\" class=\"qode-btn qode-btn-medium qode-btn-solid qode-btn-custom-hover-color qode-btn-icon qode-btn-shadow-hover\" data-hover-color=\"#ffffff\" >\n\t    <span class=\"qode-btn-text\">Download PDF<\/span><span class=\"qode-button-v2-icon-holder\"  ><i class=\"qode_icon_font_awesome fa fa-file-pdf-o qode-button-v2-icon-holder-inner\" ><\/i><\/span>\t<\/a>\n\n[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-50456a3de3ee18b81\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-50456a3de3ee18b81 uvc-8625 underline-heading\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-50456a3de3ee18b81 h4'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h4 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">CODE FOR PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE PRINCIPALS<\/h4><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-25006a3de3ee18be1\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-25006a3de3ee18be1 uvc-8347 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-25006a3de3ee18be1 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">General Principles<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Employees will observe a high standard of ethics, integrity and professional conduct.<\/li>\n<li class=\"indent-bullet\">Ethical behaviour is not simply compliance with legal requirements; it extends to honesty, equity, integrity and social responsibility in all dealings. It is behaviour that holds up to disclosure and to public scrutiny.<\/li>\n<li>All employees are required to sign a \u201cStatement of Commitment\u201d to abide by the Code for Professional Practice and to support the mission of Makibe Aust.<\/li>\n<li>The Schedule to this Code form part of the Code and operate as a guideline to assist employees to meet their obligations arising under the Code\u2019s Principles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-34266a3de3ee18bfa\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-34266a3de3ee18bfa uvc-4004 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-34266a3de3ee18bfa h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Principle 1 - Confidentiality and Privacy<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Employees will take reasonable steps to maintain the confidentiality and privacy of candidate, client, and member information.<\/li>\n<li>Permission must be sought before disclosing confidential information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-87406a3de3ee18c0d\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-87406a3de3ee18c0d uvc-5849 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-87406a3de3ee18c0d h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Principle 2 - Honest Dealings<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Employees will act honestly in all dealings with candidates, clients and employees.<\/li>\n<li>In the course of representing a candidate or client, an employee shall not knowingly:\n<ul>\n<li>Make a false statement of material fact;<\/li>\n<li>Fail to disclose a material fact<\/li>\n<li>Make a representation as to future matters without having reasonable grounds for making\u00a0it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Employees must adhere to principals of truth in advertising.<\/li>\n<li>Employees will only advertise permanent positions for which they have permission to recruit.<\/li>\n<li>All fees, charges and services provided must be explicitly and fully disclosed to clients prior to the acceptance of an assignment, or prior to any work being undertaken for a\u00a0client.<\/li>\n<li>Employees will not take on assignments that could result in their inability to pay temporary\/contract workers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-72806a3de3ee18c1f\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-72806a3de3ee18c1f uvc-5174 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-72806a3de3ee18c1f h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Principle 3 - Respect for Work Relationships<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Employees will not undertake actions that may unfairly or unlawfully jeopardize a candidate\u2019s employment.<\/li>\n<li>Employees will not undertake actions that may unfairly or unlawfully interfere in work relationships established by others.<\/li>\n<li>Employees shall not attempt unfairly or unlawfully to prevent a candidate or temporary\/contract worker from seeking work from other\u00a0sources.<\/li>\n<li>Employees will respect the rights of clients who have elected to change their staff service suppliers. Employees must act lawfully, fairly and ethically in respect of their involvement in transition\u00a0arrangements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-86876a3de3ee18c30\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-86876a3de3ee18c30 uvc-5108 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-86876a3de3ee18c30 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Principle 4 - Respect for Laws<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Employees must comply with all legal, statutory and government requirements.<\/li>\n<li>Employees will not engage in any form of collusive practices.<\/li>\n<li>Employees shall take reasonable steps to ensure, so far as practicable, that all new employees honour their legal obligations to previous employers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-46116a3de3ee18c40\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-46116a3de3ee18c40 uvc-6343 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-46116a3de3ee18c40 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Principle 5 - Respect for Safety<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Employees will act diligently in assessing risks to candidates, clients and Employees.<\/li>\n<li>Employees will not knowingly put at risk candidates, clients or Employees.<\/li>\n<li>Employees shall inform their temporary\/contract workers whenever they have reason to believe that any particular assignment causes an occupational health and safety risk.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-70376a3de3ee18c50\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-70376a3de3ee18c50 uvc-3985 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-70376a3de3ee18c50 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Principle 6 - Respect for Certainty of Engagement<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Employees will ensure that workers are given details of their work conditions, the nature of the work to be undertaken, rates of pay and pay arrangements.<\/li>\n<li>Any variation to the engagement can only occur with prior notification to the worker.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-89866a3de3ee18c5f\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-89866a3de3ee18c5f uvc-8724 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-89866a3de3ee18c5f h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Principle 7 - Professional Knowledge<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Employees will work diligently to develop and maintain a satisfactory and up to date level of relevant professional knowledge.<\/li>\n<li>Employees will ensure that their staff is adequately trained and skilled to undertake their responsibilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-19656a3de3ee18c6f\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-19656a3de3ee18c6f uvc-8963 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-19656a3de3ee18c6f h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Principle 8 - Good Order<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Member misconduct will be referred to the RCSA Disciplinary Committee. Subject to any appeal rights, its findings will be binding on members.<\/li>\n<li>Disputes between Employees, and other parties who agree, will be referred to the RCSA Disciplinary Committee for resolution. Its findings will be binding on Employees and other parties.<\/li>\n<li>Employees must bring to the attention of the RCSA any violations of this Code by any member at the earliest possible time.<\/li>\n<li>Employees are encouraged to use process of negotiation, mediation and arbitration in order to resolve disputes and should do so wherever practicable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-25726a3de3ee18c7f\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-25726a3de3ee18c7f uvc-2473 underline-heading\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-25726a3de3ee18c7f h4'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h4 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">QUALITY POLICY<\/h4><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-16186a3de3ee18c8f\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-16186a3de3ee18c8f uvc-6941 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-16186a3de3ee18c8f h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Providing Continuous and Controlled Process<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]Makibe Aust. has established itself as a significant player in the recruitment industry. Makibe Aust. was formed to supply quality Permanent and Contract staff to the Australian and International industry sectors. For those companies whose future success depends on the calibre of people on their team, Makibe Aust. is rapidly emerging as the irresistible first choice for professional recruitment solutions.<\/p>\n<p>We believe that consistency in quality of service is the key to success. As a means of demonstrating our firm commitment to providing quality services to our clients, applicants, candidates, temporary staff and contractors, Makibe Aust. management will implement, review and constantly improve a Quality System, in accordance with the requirements of ISO 9001. All permanent Makibe Aust. staff will be trained in this system and will be encouraged to identify and assist with improvements to it.<\/p>\n<p>Makibe Aust. is an active member of the Recruitment Consulting Services Association. We adhere strictly to the Association\u2019s Code of Ethics and ensure that every member of our staff is aware of the importance we attach to it.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-40276a3de3ee18c9f\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-40276a3de3ee18c9f uvc-5522 underline-heading\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-40276a3de3ee18c9f h4'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h4 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">WORK HEALTH FITNESS FOR DUTY POLICY<\/h4><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-97616a3de3ee18caf\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-97616a3de3ee18caf uvc-3788 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-97616a3de3ee18caf h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Providing Healthy &amp; Safe Employees<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]Makibe Aust. is committed to providing a healthy and safe work place for all employees; to allow employees to perform their tasks to their maximum potential and efficiency in a planned, organized and controlled manner without undue risk to their health and safety.<\/p>\n<p>The inappropriate use of Alcohol and other Drugs by Makibe Aust. personnel will not be tolerated as it may lead to impairment and an increased risk to the health and safety of employees.<\/p>\n<p>Makibe Aust. may elect to randomly screen for Alcohol or Drugs and any person found to have blood levels above the prescribed legal limits will be dealt with in accordance with the Makibe Aust. Performance Management Procedures.<\/p>\n<p>Where Makibe Aust. personnel are working at a Client\u2019s premises, we will support and adhere to any additional requirements regarding Fitness for Duty that may be imposed by the client.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-17256a3de3ee18cc2\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-17256a3de3ee18cc2 uvc-7334 underline-heading\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-17256a3de3ee18cc2 h4'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h4 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">SMOKE, DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY<\/h4><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-60176a3de3ee18cd1\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-60176a3de3ee18cd1 uvc-4917 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-60176a3de3ee18cd1 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">1. Purpose &amp; Scope<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]This document provides an overview of Makibe Aust. policy on smoking, drugs and alcohol in the workplace.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-46576a3de3ee18ce2\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-46576a3de3ee18ce2 uvc-3451 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-46576a3de3ee18ce2 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">2. Procedure<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px; font-size: 20px !important;\">2.1\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Smoking<\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Makibe Aust. supports a non-smoking policy in all areas of the workplace. Makibe Aust. has designated smoking areas (outside of buildings) for smokers to use. Smokers are requested to restrict smoking to designated breaks.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px; font-size: 20px !important;\">2.2\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Drugs<\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Makibe Aust. strictly supports a drug-free workplace. Any employee\/ contractor who takes, or is in the possession of drugs on company premises not prescribed by a registered medical practitioner, or is intoxicated from these drugs during prescribed hours of employment will be appropriately disciplined. This may lead to summary dismissal.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Any casual employee failing a random drug\/alcohol test by our client will be deemed not fit for duty and sent home. Depending on result may also be finished and not reassigned.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Prior to summarily dismissing an employee please contact the General Manager for advice.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px; font-size: 20px !important;\">2.3\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Alcohol<\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Alcohol is not to be excessively consumed on company premises or at company functions. Any employee\/contractor who is intoxicated during the prescribed employment hours will receive appropriate disciplinary action.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px; margin-bottom: 10px !important;\">Driving a company vehicle whilst under the influence of drugs or alcohol is strictly prohibited. If an employee is found intoxicated, they will receive appropriate disciplinary action that may lead to dismissal.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>For further advice on any of the above please contact either the General Manager or senior management.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-84276a3de3ee18cf2\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-84276a3de3ee18cf2 uvc-7178 underline-heading\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-84276a3de3ee18cf2 h4'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h4 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">PRIVACY POLICY<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-84276a3de3ee18cf2 .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}'  style=\"font-weight:normal;\"><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 32px;\">The National Privacy Principles established by the Privacy Act 1988 apply to Makibe Aust.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-85936a3de3ee18d02\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-85936a3de3ee18d02 uvc-3940 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-85936a3de3ee18d02 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Type of Personal Information held:<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]Personal information that we collect and hold usually falls into the following categories:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Candidate information submitted and obtained from the candidate and other sources in connection with applications for work;<\/li>\n<li>Work performance information;<\/li>\n<li>Information about incidents in the workplace;<\/li>\n<li>Staff information;<\/li>\n<li>Information obtained to assist in managing client and business relationships;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-91906a3de3ee18d12\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-91906a3de3ee18d12 uvc-4929 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-91906a3de3ee18d12 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Purposes for which Makibe Aust. hold personal information:<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]We primarily hold personal information for the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Recruitment;<\/li>\n<li>Staff Management;<\/li>\n<li>Training;<\/li>\n<li>Client and Business Relationship management;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-82626a3de3ee18d21\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-82626a3de3ee18d21 uvc-3767 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-82626a3de3ee18d21 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Disclosures<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]We contract out a number of services from time to time. Our contractors may see some of your personal information. Typically, our contractors would include I.T. contractors and database designers.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-32746a3de3ee18d2f\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-32746a3de3ee18d2f uvc-7043 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-32746a3de3ee18d2f h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Inquiries and Complaints<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]You can make further enquiries or complaints about our Privacy Policies to our General Manager at: Makibe Aust. (02) 4631 6700 or to the office of the Federal Privacy Commissioner.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-30956a3de3ee18d3e\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-30956a3de3ee18d3e uvc-5163 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-30956a3de3ee18d3e h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Access<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]Subject to some exceptions that are set out in the National Privacy Principals, you can gain access to the personal information that we hold about you. We do refuse access if it would interfere with the privacy rights of other persons or if it breaches any confidentiality that attaches to that information.<\/p>\n<p>If you wish to obtain access to your personal information you should contact our General Manager. You will need to be in a position to verify your identity. We might impose a moderate charge in providing access. Our Quality Systems &amp; Training Manager would discuss these with you.<\/p>\n<p>You should also anticipate that it may take a little time to process your application for access as there may be a need to retrieve information from storage and review information in order to determine what information may be provided.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-79996a3de3ee18d4e\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-79996a3de3ee18d4e uvc-4545 underline-heading\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-79996a3de3ee18d4e h4'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h4 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">FIRE AND EMERGENCY EVACUATION SAFETY POLICY<\/h4><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]All Makibe Aust. employees must be familiar with the fire safety policy and procedures.<\/p>\n<p>Within one (1) month of employment, all staff should be briefed on the regulations by the nominated Fire Warden, be aware of their local Fire Warden and familiarize themselves with fire equipment location and emergency exits. Makibe Aust. employees are to participate in emergency evacuation procedure training as the occasions arise.<\/p>\n<p>In the event of fire:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Notify the Fire Warden or senior management either by telephone or personal contact immediately and advice on location and condition of<\/li>\n<li>Raise the alarm by operating the closest manual alarm<\/li>\n<li>Advise the Fire<\/li>\n<li>Advise property\/building<\/li>\n<li>Keep calm so an orderly evacuation can occur if<\/li>\n<li>Makibe Aust. employees are to stay at designated evacuation<\/li>\n<li>Fire Warden to complete employee<\/li>\n<li>Makibe Aust. employees are to remain at evacuation site until cleared by the Fire Warden to return safely to office<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-40396a3de3ee18d5e\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-40396a3de3ee18d5e uvc-3988 underline-heading\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-40396a3de3ee18d5e h4'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h4 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY<\/h4><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-90436a3de3ee18d6c\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-90436a3de3ee18d6c uvc-762 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-90436a3de3ee18d6c h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Providing Safe &amp; Healthy Workplaces<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Providing a healthy and safe work place for all employees \/contractors\/ visitors<\/li>\n<li>Eliminating\/minimizing all risk and incidents to all employees\/contractors\/visitors<\/li>\n<li>Allow employees\/contractors\/visitors to perform their tasks to their maximum potential and efficiency in a planned, organized and controlled manner with controlled risk to their health or safety.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][vc_column_text]Makibe Aust. will continue to address hazard control, accident prevention and training priorities in pursuit of a Best Practice Health and Safety culture. Acceptance of the following responsibilities is essential to the success of this policy.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-63936a3de3ee18d7c\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-63936a3de3ee18d7c uvc-2235 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-63936a3de3ee18d7c h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">All Makibe Aust. management shall:<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Comply with the relevant legislation in all States where Makibe Aust. has operations regarding WH&amp;S and Workers Compensation.<\/li>\n<li>Take effective action to provide and maintain a healthy and safe work place.<\/li>\n<li>Promote communication about Health and Safety as a normal component of all aspects of work.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure every effort is made to support Clients in their endeavour to improve Health and Safety performance.<\/li>\n<li>Review and monitor the WH&amp;S System annually to achieve continual improvement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-35366a3de3ee18d8b\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-35366a3de3ee18d8b uvc-9887 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-35366a3de3ee18d8b h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">All Makibe Aust. employees shall:<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Work in a Healthy and Safe manner in accordance with established standards and procedures.<\/li>\n<li>Encourage others to work in a Healthy and Safe manner.<\/li>\n<li>Promptly report accidents, sub-standard practices or conditions that become apparent. Report any hazards ASAP to Makibe Aust. management.<\/li>\n<li>Co-operate and participate with management in the promotion of Health and Safety in the work place.<\/li>\n<li>Report any requested change of duties to their Makibe Aust. manager\/consultant.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-24816a3de3ee18d99\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-24816a3de3ee18d99 uvc-1358 underline-heading\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-24816a3de3ee18d99 h4'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h4 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">FATIGUE MANAGEMENT POLICY<\/h4><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-73826a3de3ee18da7\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-73826a3de3ee18da7 uvc-7351 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-73826a3de3ee18da7 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Accountability<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]Fatigue is an issue that affects our managers and employees in different ways. Reducing the risks associated with fatigue is a shared responsibility that requires reasonable actions to minimize the risk of fatigue-related accidents and injuries, therefore:<\/p>\n<p>Management will be responsible for minimizing the risks associated with work-related fatigue. Makibe Aust. will;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop an appropriate \u201cFatigue Management Plan\u201d to identify, assess and manage the risks associated with fatigue. This \u201cPlan\u201d will be developed in consultation with employees and clients. This \u201cPlan\u201d will be reviewed on a regular basis to reflect changes in work and improvements in the methods of fatigue management.<\/li>\n<li>Inform employees for whom fatigue is a potential safety hazard, successfully complete a competency-based training program that enables them to;<\/li>\n<li>Identify the risks associated with fatigue<\/li>\n<li>Identify and implement appropriate strategies for minimizing fatigue-related risk<\/li>\n<li>Determine whether their behaviour is consistent with the \u201cFatigue Management Plan\u201d.<\/li>\n<li>Continue to review, monitor actual hours worked and improve fatigue management practices. Employees will be responsible for minimizing the risks associated with non- work related sources of fatigue. All employees are responsible for;<\/li>\n<li>Seeing that they understand and execute their responsibilities<\/li>\n<li>Seeing that they successfully complete all relevant training<\/li>\n<li>Identify report and manage any actual or potential risks<\/li>\n<li>Using their allocated time away from work to obtain an amount of sleep sufficient to organizational safety<\/li>\n<li>Informing the appropriate manager if they have not obtained sufficient<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-47706a3de3ee18db6\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-47706a3de3ee18db6 uvc-5297 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-47706a3de3ee18db6 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">Deployment<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]Regular reviews will be conducted to ensure the \u201cFatigue Management Plan\u201d is effective in managing fatigue.<\/p>\n<p>Management will be responsible for seeing that work practices do not create inappropriate levels of fatigue for workers or volunteers and that risk assessments will be carried out where fatigue levels may affect the safe conduct of work.<\/p>\n<p>Employees and their representatives will be consulted in the formulation, maintenance and review of the \u201cFatigue Management Plan\u201d.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-24866a3de3ee18dc5\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-24866a3de3ee18dc5 uvc-9835 underline-heading\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-24866a3de3ee18dc5 h4'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h4 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">MANUAL HANDLING POLICY<\/h4><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-48656a3de3ee18dd3\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-48656a3de3ee18dd3 uvc-8905 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-48656a3de3ee18dd3 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">1. Purpose<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]The purpose of this policy is to ensure the identification, assessment and control of all manual handling tasks performed by staff, in accordance with the requirements of the Work Health and Safety Act (2011) and the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (2011).[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-96926a3de3ee18de1\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-96926a3de3ee18de1 uvc-9132 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-96926a3de3ee18de1 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">2. Definition<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]Manual handling means any activity requiring the use of force exerted by a person to lift, lower, push, pull, carry or otherwise move, hold or restrain any animate or inanimate object.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-50016a3de3ee18def\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-50016a3de3ee18def uvc-6662 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-50016a3de3ee18def h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">3. Statement of Intent<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]In order to prevent or reduce the severity of injuries arising from manual handling are designed to be ling activities in the workplace, Makibe Aust. will ensure that, as far as practicable:<\/p>\n<ol type=\"a\">\n<li>The plant, equipment and containers used in the workplace are designed, constructed and maintained to be safe and without risk to health and safety when manually handled.<\/li>\n<li>The work practices carried out in the workplace involving manual handling are designed to be safe and without risk to health and safety and<\/li>\n<li>The working environment is designed to be consistent with safe manual handling activities. Makibe Aust. will also ensure that:<\/li>\n<li>Supervisors and staff are aware of policy, procedure and responsibilities in relation to manual handling<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-80906a3de3ee18dfe\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-80906a3de3ee18dfe uvc-2477 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-80906a3de3ee18dfe h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">4. Implementation<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]Safe manual handling is a continuous process which involves three recurring states:<\/p>\n<ol type=\"a\">\n<li>Identification of the risks of all manual handling tasks<\/li>\n<li>Assessment of the importance of different risk factors<\/li>\n<li>Control of the risks through work redesign, use of appropriate mechanical aids and the provision of training and information to supervisors and staff.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-47886a3de3ee18e0b\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-47886a3de3ee18e0b uvc-176 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-47886a3de3ee18e0b h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">5. Responsibilities<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ol type=\"a\">\n<li><strong>Supervisors \/ Recruitment Consultants <\/strong>are responsible for identifying manual handling tasks and their risks by consultation with staff and by direct observation.<\/li>\n<li>This might involve consideration of:\n<ul>\n<li>Actions and movements to ensure they do not cause undue discomfort or pain<\/li>\n<li>Workplace and work station layout<\/li>\n<li>Working posture of staff to reduce the possibility of injury<\/li>\n<li>Duration and frequency of manual handling<\/li>\n<li>Weights, locations of loads and distances moved<\/li>\n<li>Work organization and environment<\/li>\n<li>Skills and awareness of staff in safe handling procedures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Workers <\/strong>are responsible advising their supervisor\/s, consultants of manual handling tasks they perform which pose occupational, health and safety risks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recruitment Consultant \/ Client Management <\/strong>are responsible for noting any tasks involving manual handling during inspections, and for advising the appropriate supervisors of any identified\u00a0risks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recruitment Management \/ Client Management <\/strong>are responsible for analysing injury statistics and assisting supervisors and staff in order to facilitate the identification\u00a0process.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-67936a3de3ee18e1a\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-67936a3de3ee18e1a uvc-6547 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-67936a3de3ee18e1a h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">6. Assessment<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]Consultants, supervisors and workers should consult with the OHS Manager and with Recruitment Management to determine the relative importance of the various risk factors and set priorities for addressing those risks.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-31586a3de3ee18e28\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-31586a3de3ee18e28 uvc-1494 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-31586a3de3ee18e28 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">7. Control<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ol type=\"a\">\n<li><strong>Recruitment Consultants \/ Supervisors <\/strong>should consult with the OHS Manager, Director and any other appropriate experts to decide how to reduce risks by:\n<ul>\n<li>Redesigning the workplace, plant, equipment or containers used, in order to avoid twisting, side bending, excessive reach or heavy loads<\/li>\n<li>Assessing whether mechanical aids will reduce the risks (trolleys, tresses, etc)<\/li>\n<li>Determining training and educational needs of workers with regard to the hazards and\/or appropriate techniques to reduce the risk of injury. Control of manual handling risks is a continuous process which involves the re-training of all new workers and the re-training of existing workers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Workers <\/strong>should observe all instructions and directions relating to control measures to reduce manual handling risks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recruitment Consultant \/ Client Management <\/strong>should monitor the effectiveness of control measures in consultation with supervisors and workers to:\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure that changes are adopted correctly and reduce risk of injury<\/li>\n<li>Determine if further improvements or modification to the workplace are needed<\/li>\n<li>Ensure that the changes are not causing other occupational health and safety problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recruitment Management \/ Client Management <\/strong>will coordinate the provision of appropriate training and education to supervisors and employees and provide advice on strategies to control manual handling risks.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-52116a3de3ee18e37\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-52116a3de3ee18e37 uvc-7343 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-52116a3de3ee18e37 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">8. Monitoring<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]The Recruitment Management and Client Management will monitor the process of identification, assessment and control of manual handling risks and evaluate the effectiveness of this policy.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-43996a3de3ee18e47\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-43996a3de3ee18e47 uvc-9205 underline-heading\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-43996a3de3ee18e47 h4'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h4 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY &amp; ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY<\/h4><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-48386a3de3ee18e56\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-48386a3de3ee18e56 uvc-8888 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-48386a3de3ee18e56 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">1. Purpose<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]This document outlines MAKIBE AUST.\u2019s policy of ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and a workplace free of Discrimination.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-85966a3de3ee18e64\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-85966a3de3ee18e64 uvc-832 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-85966a3de3ee18e64 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">2. Procedure<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px; font-size: 20px !important;\">2.1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Recruitment and Promotion of Employees<\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Makibe Aust. shall recruit and promote employees based on individual merit and performance. All recruitment and promotion decisions will be made without regard to any of the following grounds:<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">&#8211; Sex, race, colour, lawful sexual preference, age, physical or mental disability (unless it will affect the health and safety of the person or other persons)<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">&#8211; Marital status, parental status, religion. Political opinion<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">&#8211; Trade union activity<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Each manager is responsible for ensuring that he or she abides by this policy on a daily basis.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px; font-size: 20px !important;\">2.2\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Other Discrimination in the Workplace<\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Management at all levels is to ensure that no form of discrimination, whether direct or indirect occurs in the Makibe Aust. work environment.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Direct discrimination is treating one person less favourably than others because of any of the listed attributes.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Indirect discrimination is where an employer, or some other person, may enforce a criterion for a position E.G. a person must wear a cap as part of a uniform, but will not allow somebody who wears a turban to apply. Even though the wearing of the cap is only for the uniform and is not part of the actual work.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px; font-size: 20px !important;\">2.3\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Harassment Officer<\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Makibe Aust. personnel who feel they have been harassed or discriminated against should contact their Manager, General Manager or Director in that order.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-83716a3de3ee18e73\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-83716a3de3ee18e73 uvc-5490 underline-heading\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-83716a3de3ee18e73 h4'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h4 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">REHABILITATION POLICY<\/h4><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]Makibe Aust. recognizes that there are substantial benefits to be gained from rehabilitation principles and practices and is committed to implementing them at this workplace. We recognize that the Workers\u2019 Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003 and the Workers\u2019 Compensation and Rehabilitation Regulation 2003 provide the legislative support for workplace rehabilitation activities along with the relevant legislation in each State where Makibe Aust. have employees working.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Experience has shown that workplace rehabilitation assists the healing process and helps restore the worker\u2019s normal work function sooner. Workplace rehabilitation includes early provision of timely and adequate services, including suitable duties programs, and aims to:[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maintain injured or ill workers at work <strong><em><u>or<\/u><\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Ensure the worker\u2019s earliest possible return to work <strong><em><u>or<\/u><\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Maximize the worker\u2019s independent functioning <strong><em><u>and<\/u><\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Provide for durable employment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][vc_column_text]This policy has been developed as a joint worker-management agreement. Makibe Aust. is committed to:[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Providing a safe and healthy work environment, but in the event of an injury or illness, making sure workplace rehabilitation is started as soon as possible in accordance with medical\u00a0advice.<\/li>\n<li>Ensuring appropriate suitable duties are made available to injured or ill workers to facilitate their safe and early return to work. These duties must be consistent with the current medical certificate and will be time\u00a0limited.<\/li>\n<li>Respecting the confidential nature of medical and rehabilitation information and ensuring there will be both verbal and written confidentiality.<\/li>\n<li>Ensuring all workers are aware of that, in the event of injury or illness, they will be consulted to ensure a structured and safe return to work that will not disadvantage them.<\/li>\n<li>Complying with legislative obligations with respect to the standard for rehabilitation.<\/li>\n<li>Adopting a multidisciplinary approach to rehabilitation as required.<\/li>\n<li>Reviewing this policy and procedures at least every three years to ensure it continues to meet legislative requirements and the needs of all parties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][vc_column_text]Workplace rehabilitation procedures have been developed to support this policy. The procedures define key terms, describe key roles and outline steps in the return to work process.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-35556a3de3ee18e83\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-35556a3de3ee18e83 uvc-3404 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-35556a3de3ee18e83 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">1. Purpose<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]The purpose of the Makibe Aust. Rehabilitation policy is to ensure:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>That the culture of acceptance for workplace rehabilitation exists;<\/li>\n<li>We have a process to support an early safe return of any worker who has an injury\/illness;<\/li>\n<li>The position of the rehabilitation and return to work coordinator is adequately resourced; and<\/li>\n<li>Adequate storage is provided for rehabilitation files to maintain confidentially of this information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-31496a3de3ee18e91\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-31496a3de3ee18e91 uvc-3957 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-31496a3de3ee18e91 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">2. Definitions<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px; font-size: 20px !important;\">2.1\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Rehabilitation<\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Rehabilitation of a worker is a process designed to ensure the worker\u2019s earliest possible return to work or to maximize the worker\u2019s independent functioning. Rehabilitation involves the provision of approved services, services provided by a registered person, suitable duties programs or necessary and reasonable aids or equipment to an injured worker. All employers must take all reasonable steps to assist or provide their injured workers with rehabilitation for the period for which the worker is entitled compensation.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;5px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px; font-size: 20px !important;\">2.2\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Return to Work Coordinator (RTWC)<\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">The RTWC is a person who has satisfactorily completed a workplace Return to Work Coordinators course accredited by icare. The RTWC is the link between the injured worker, treating doctor, management, supervisors, icare authorities in each State, rehabilitation providers and any other relevant parties.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Our Return to Work Coordinator is <strong><u>Norm Geist <\/u><\/strong>\u2013 <a href=\"mailto:norm@makibeaustralia.com.au\">norm@makibeaustralia.com.au<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;5px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px; font-size: 20px !important;\">2.3\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Suitable Duties Programs<\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">These specially selected duties at the workplace are a means of providing a monitored and graduated return to normal duties. They are:<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">\u00a0&#8211; Matched to the capabilities of the worker;<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">\u00a0&#8211; Time limited and regularly upgraded according to his\/her level of recovery and treating medical doctor\u2019s<\/p>\n<p>A copy of each workers suitable duties program will be provided to the insurer.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-19376a3de3ee18ea0\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-19376a3de3ee18ea0 uvc-5174 underline-heading\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-19376a3de3ee18ea0 h4'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h4 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">HARASSMENT AND BULLYING POLICY<\/h4><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-62456a3de3ee18eae\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-62456a3de3ee18eae uvc-8090 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-62456a3de3ee18eae h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">1. Definition<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]Harassment and bullying in the workplace can be defined as the \u201crepeated less favourable treatment of a person\/s by another or others in a workplace, which may be considered unreasonable and inappropriate workplace practice\u201d.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-85296a3de3ee18ebc\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-85296a3de3ee18ebc uvc-5137 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-85296a3de3ee18ebc h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">2. Policy<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]Makibe Aust. will not tolerate any employee harassing or bullying a fellow employee in the workplace.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px; font-size: 20px !important;\">2.1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Responsibility<\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Each Makibe Aust. manager is responsible for ensuring their workplace is free of bullying and\/or physical\/sexual harassment, and to deal with any harassment\/bullying issues in line with this policy. Makibe Aust. will ensure that employees who come forward about harassment\/bullying in the workplace will not suffer adverse job consequences as a result of any complaint made.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px; font-size: 20px !important;\">2.2\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Procedures for dealing with complaints<\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">If an employee is in the situation where they feel they are being harassed or bullied by another employee they are to report it immediately to their manager. If the manager is the harasser, then the employee should report it directly to the General Manager or Director.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Makibe Aust. is committed to and responsible for:<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;11\/12&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Taking every reported complaint of harassment\/bullying seriously; responding to anyone who comes forward with complaints and attempt to resolve immediately; ensuring that all complaints are kept strictly confidential.<\/li>\n<li>Interviewing the complainant\/s and taking a full statement with accurate details of the issue. Taking accurate notes, typing these notes and ensuring the complainant\/s sign the record of interview as accurate and complete.<\/li>\n<li>Interviewing the accused employee\/s and witnesses if appropriate. Taking accurate notes, typing these notes and ensuring each person signs the record of interview as accurate.<\/li>\n<li>On finalisation of all the facts, a decision needs to be made based on the outcome of the investigation. Such action may include:<br \/>\n&#8211; Counselling<br \/>\n&#8211; Formal warnings<br \/>\n&#8211; Dismissal<\/li>\n<li>At all times, ensure that all parties involved are not discriminated against in any way during the investigation process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;20px&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-52856a3de3ee18ecc\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-52856a3de3ee18ecc uvc-6935 underline-heading\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-52856a3de3ee18ecc h4'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h4 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT POLICY<\/h4><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-44176a3de3ee18ee3\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-44176a3de3ee18ee3 uvc-6442 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-44176a3de3ee18ee3 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">1. Purpose<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]To work with employees, contractors, visitors and business partners to achieve compatibility between economic development and the maintenance of the environment to minimise harm.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-58836a3de3ee18ef8\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-58836a3de3ee18ef8 uvc-1232 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-58836a3de3ee18ef8 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">2. Objective<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]Makibe Aust. is committed to conducting our business in an environmentally conscious and responsible manner. We seek the co-operation of our employees and business partners in ensuring our organisational practices are conducted with minimal environmental impact at our offices, and customer sites.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-37936a3de3ee18f06\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-37936a3de3ee18f06 uvc-4359 \" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-37936a3de3ee18f06 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"font-weight:normal;\">3. Policy<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;empty-space-a&#8221;][vc_column_text]Makibe Aust. will endeavour to minimise impact on the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Atmospheric emissions<\/li>\n<li>Site contamination and spills<\/li>\n<li>Noise Emission<\/li>\n<li>Damage to flora and fauna<\/li>\n<li>Storm water management<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">Unnecessary energy consumption<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To fulfil this commitment, Makibe Aust. will observe all environment laws and promote environmental awareness among all staff to increase understanding of environmental matters.<\/p>\n<p>Makibe Aust. will also actively take part in the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Assess Eco-footprint to identify environmental impacts and move towards more sustainable practices<\/li>\n<li>Identify waste streams and options for effective waste management<\/li>\n<li>Improve purchasing (buy recycled materials, reduce waste, use less harmful\/volatile chemicals)<\/li>\n<li>Improve storage (reduce quantity, waste and spills, reduce odours by keeping containers closed)<\/li>\n<li>Conserve energy (eco-friendly lights, turn lights off, emergency efficient equipment).<\/li>\n<li>Conserve water (install water saving accessories, repair leaks)<\/li>\n<li>Preserve water ways (clearly mark and protect storm water drains)<\/li>\n<li>Emergency planning and spill response<\/li>\n<li>Improve education\/awareness<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">Notify relevant authority in the event of a major environmental impact<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Makibe Aust. will ensure employees comply with relevant legislation, company and customer standards and procedures at all times.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][vc_column_text] Policies, Principals and Procedures [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][vc_column_text]Please read the form below -OR- download the PDF.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;10px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; padding_bottom=&#8221;40&#8243; z_index=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221; z_index=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;row-margin&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-344","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/makibeaustralia.com.au\/portal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/344","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/makibeaustralia.com.au\/portal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/makibeaustralia.com.au\/portal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/makibeaustralia.com.au\/portal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/makibeaustralia.com.au\/portal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=344"}],"version-history":[{"count":52,"href":"https:\/\/makibeaustralia.com.au\/portal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/344\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":452,"href":"https:\/\/makibeaustralia.com.au\/portal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/344\/revisions\/452"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/makibeaustralia.com.au\/portal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=344"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}