Issue 6, Monday 22 April 2002

Walking away the winter blues

Over 35 staff joined Occupational Health, Safety & Environment (OHSE) for a walk around Caulfield Racecourse last Wednesday. 

The walk, which was part of a series of walks at various campuses, was aimed at encouraging staff to enjoy a healthier lifestyle.

Participants were also invited to share a free, light, healthy lunch provided by OHSE, whilst Monash Sport provided all the walkers with a complimentary voucher to attend one of the many recreational activities on offer.

Some even luckier participants received spot prizes provided by OHSE. Walks are also planned for Peninsula and Gippsland campuses.

For further information or to register, contact Angela Wall extn 51014

	Ready . . . Set . . .  Go! Many of the participants discussed the idea of having a regular walking group on campus.

Caulfield Health & Safety representatives 

Congratulations to the following staff who were recently appointed to the positions of health and safety representatives at Caulfield campus following a recent review of the campus's Designated Work Group (DWG) structure.

As the key role of a health and safety representatives is to represent the health and safety interests of employees in their DWG area, staff are encouraged to introduce themselves to their relevant representative and raise any concerns or issues with them.

A comprehensive list of the departments covered by each DWG area is provided online.

Anyone interested in nominating for DWG 1 should complete the interim nomination form and forward it to the Returning Officer, OHSE, Clayton campus.

Queries regarding the DWG structure or health and safety representative appointments may be directed to Anne Ohlmus on extn 51013. 

Mr. Peter Fell (pictured),  recently joined the Caulfield campus as part of a joint Faculty of Art & Design/Occupational Health, Safety & Environment initiative.

Peter will have the dual role of being the safety officer for the faculty as well as the OHSE Consultant for the Caulfield campus. Peter, who takes up the position after 26 years with the Faculty of Science, will be responsible for developing and implementing OHS management systems throughout Art & Design, and for providing campus-wide advice and assistance on OHS and environmental matters. Peter can be contacted on extn 31837 and is located in Building G, Level 2, Room G2.13.

Fitness centre classes

The MONSU Fitness Centre has a broad range of programs to suit all levels of fitness.

As well as the gymnasium and fitness classes, the centre has introduced some new programs including:

• Powersculpt at 5.15 pm Tuesdays;

• Big Tee for beginners to intermediates at 5.30pm Thursdays; and 

• CKB (Cardio Kick Boxing) intermediate level at  6.30pm on Thursdays.

For further information, visit the centre's website or drop into the gym located on the ground level of the Student Union building and grab the latest timetable.

Women's Networking and Support Group

The women's Networking and Support Group holds monthly meetings at the Caulfield campus.

A range of speakers and activities have been organised for the remainder of the year. If you are interested in joining the group or being kept informed about the activities, please contact Helen Dunne on extn 31595.

Caulfield moves

Are you or someone you know making a move this year either to a new job, a conference or through a collaborative venture? Please let Offcourse know. 

Diary dates

Friday 26 April Accounting and Finance seminar 'How representative are cross-listed firms?  An analysis of firm performance and accounting quality', by Professor Mark Lang, Kenan-Flagler Business School, University of North Carolina. 12 noon. Room  A1.37.

Monday 20 May 'New staff induction for Caulfield campus'. Staff who have commenced at the campus since April 2001 are invited to attend an informal induction session. Deans and heads of areas have supplied names of new staff, and invitations will be sent directly to those nominated. If you would like to attend but do receive an invitation, please register with Helen Dunne on extn 31595. Clayfield Room, 3-5 pm.

Authorised by the Office of the Campus Director - Caulfield 

Contributions can be emailed to Julie. Ryan@adm.monash.edu.au by 5 pm Thursdays.