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DMXMA Work Health & Safety (WHS) Policy

Introduction

This policy outlines how DMXMA manages health and safety across all training venues.​ Da Mo Xin Martial Arts (DMXMA) is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and developmentally appropriate training environment for all students, instructors, volunteers, parents, and visitors. At the same time, it is important for all instructors, assistant instructors, volunteers, parents, guardians, and students to understand that martial arts is a contact activity, and even with strong safety procedures in place, accidents can still occur.

1. Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to ensure DMXMA identifies, manages, and minimises risks so all training activities are conducted safely and responsibly.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all instructors, assistant instructors, volunteers, and any person engaged to support DMXMA classes, workshops, demonstrations, or events.

3. Objectives

the objective of this policy is to allow DMXMA to maintain a safe, well‑managed, and developmentally appropriate training environment by

  • Identifying and managing risks to students, instructors, volunteers, and visitors

  • Maintaining a documented risk‑management system

  • Applying safety controls in every class and event

  • Maintaining appropriate insurance

4. Policy Statement

DMXMA aims to prevent injuries, minimise risks, and ensure all training activities are conducted responsibly and in accordance with WHS legislation.

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DMXMA will:

  • Maintain a practical WHS management system

  • Identify, assess, and control risks using the Risk Assessment Matrix and the Hierarchy of controls

  • Provide WHS training to instructors

  • Ensure students and parents understand safety expectations

  • Encourage reporting of hazards and incidents

  • Review incidents to improve safety practices

5. Relevant Legislation

DMXMA follows all legislation listed in the DMXMA Legislation Register, including:

  • Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA)

  • Work Health and Safety Regulations 2022 (WA)

  • Local government venue‑hire safety requirements

6. Responsibilities

DMXMA Responsibilities

DMXMA will:

  • Provide safe equipment and training practices

  • Ensure safe setup and pack‑down of venues

  • Maintain hazard‑free environments

  • Provide clear safety information

  • Monitor venue conditions and student safety

Instructor & Assistant Instructor Responsibilities

Instructors must:

  • Take reasonable care for their own safety

  • Follow all DMXMA safety procedures

  • Supervise students appropriately

  • Report hazards and incidents

  • Participate in WHS training

Student Responsibilities

Students must:

  • Follow instructor directions

  • Use equipment safely

  • Behave respectfully

  • Report hazards or injuries

Parent/Guardian Responsibilities

Parents must:

  • Ensure children arrive prepared for training

  • Inform instructors of relevant medical or behavioural needs

  • Supervise siblings or visitors

  • Seek instructor's permission before assisting in an activity

  • When assisting in an activity, follow the instructor's guidance at all time

Visitor Responsibilities

Visitors must:

  • Follow DMXMA safety instructions

  • Stay in designated spectator areas

  • Seek instructor's permission before assisting in an activity

  • When assisting in an activity, follow the instructor's guidance at all time

7. WHS Procedures (Website Summary)

Venue Safety & Risk Management

Before each class, DMXMA will:

  • Inspect the venue using the Hazard Identification Checklist

  • Address any identified Hazards ensuring venue setup meets DMXMA safety standards

During regular operations, DMXMA will:

  • Conduct WHS risk assessments every six months

  • Record and evaluate risks using the WHS Risk Management Matrix

  • Address hazards promptly and apply appropriate controls

  • Monitor venue conditions continuously throughout each session

Reviewing WHS Risks

Risk controls are reviewed when:

  • Venue conditions change

  • New equipment or methods are introduced

  • Incidents or near misses occur

  • Concerns are raised

Training & WHS Commitment

DMXMA provides WHS training covering:

  • Safety procedures

  • Emergency response

  • Safe equipment use

  • Hazard identification

  • Supervising mixed‑age groups

  • Annual refresher training is required.

8. Policy Review

Approval Authority:    Alan Figueroa

Version:                     1

Approval Date:          March 2026

Review Date:            March 2028

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DMX Martial Arts
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