EXPECTATIONS, RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

There are clear expectations, rights and responsibilities for students whilst in their workplace. These are covered during an Induction and in class (if timetabled) and are also listed below. Students will also be required to sign a Workplace Agreement to show that they have read and agreed to these expectations and responsibilities.

EXPECTATIONS

Students are expected to:

  • Commit to industry-based learning.
  • Cooperate and accept duties in an obliging manner.
  • Work with the workplace supervisor to design a workplace learning program that includes experiences and activities that develop the core skills for work.
  • Be eager to learn, listen to instructions and ask questions.
  • Be respectful, polite, courteous and honest.
  • Meet standards of hygiene, decency and cleanliness.
  • Comply with specified uniform and/or standard of dress expected at the host workplace. 

RIGHTS

Students are entitled to:

  • A workplace that is safe and free of bullying, discrimination, harassment or intimidation.
  • A meal break at a time to be negotiated with the workplace supervisor. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Students are responsible for:

  • Contacting the workplace supervisor and, if requested, attending an interview before starting the work placement.
  • Contacting the workplace supervisor and Workplace Learning Coordinator or INSTEP West if unable to attend the workplace on any given occasion.
  • Taking their Logbook to the workplace and completing the required written components each day of work placement.
  • Following workplace rules and protocols, including use of mobile telephones and personal digital devices, use of company computers for personal use, or to access non-work related web sites.
  • Maintaining their own safety and carrying out work duties in a safe manner.
  • Observing specific company safety policies, procedures and standards in the workplace, including reporting any workplace injuries/incidents and hazards/dangers.
  • Ensuring information regarding the business, and all people with whom students may have dealings, are kept confidential (students may be asked to sign a Confidentiality Agreement).
  • Maintaining high standards of conduct, and as a minimum, abiding by all Federal, State and Local Government Laws. 

Parents should be aware that their son/daughter is covered through their school's insurance for personal injury, property damage and public liability for the duration of each work placement