Who can use this checklist?
This checklist can be used by all employers.
Commentary
Working from home is becoming increasingly popular as telecommunications technology develops at a rapid rate and workplace participants are increasingly requesting flexible working arrangements to help balance work and family commitments.
This checklist should be used in conjunction with the Working From Home Policy as a tool to ensure compliance when employees are working from home.
The checklist includes a compliance check with the general layout of an employees work space, the supervision requirements for the employee; safety compliance in particular chemical safety, electrical services, ergonomics and first aid/injury management. If you identify hazards in the workplace of an employee who is working from home, you should take steps to ensure that these hazards and the risks associated are minimised.
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