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1. UNSW THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW SOUTH WALES Faculty Division School Unit Science BEES Document number Initial Issue date Current version Current Version Next review date SWP_FH130129 6 29 01 2013 1 1 Issue date 18 07 2014 18 07 2015 2 Safe work procedure title and basic description of activity Title SWP use of urn Description of activity Use of urn at UNSW Smiths Lake 3 List Hazards and risk controls as per risk assessment Associated risk assessment number and location RA_FH130125 2 copy with BEES Safety Officer copy with Frank Hemmings in room 424 Copy displayed at UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station and included with UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station User Guide Hazards Manual handling strain and overuse injuries Electrical shock Hot metal steam burns singes blisters Controls When filling urn place urn in desired location and use pots or other receptacles to fill rather than fill urn directly itself as it is large and can be heavy Do not over fill pots receptacles Always follow manual handling guidelines lift from the legs not the back bending knees Hold items close to body Use 2 people if item is particularly heavy Urn tagged and tested and up to date Do not move urn when full of water or hot Be aware that urn when urn is in use it will be hot do not touch surface of urn Check water level through exterior gauge2. 6 List emergency shutdown procedures Shut off at gas cut of valve on front of burner or i unsafe to do so at main gas cylinder outside kitchen 7 List Emergency procedures for how to deal with fires spills or exposure to hazardous substances In the event of fire fire extinguishers and fire blankets are located throughout the station including in the cookhouse NA 9 List legislation used in the development of this SWP Work Health and Safety Act 2011 Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 OHS406 Fieldwork Guidelines OHS432 Manual Handling Guide OHS706 Guide to Safe Manual Handling AS NZS 60335 2 6 2008 AS NZS 60335 2 6 2008 Amdt 1 2008 AS NZS 60335 2 6 2008 Amdt 2 2009 AS NZS 60335 2 6 2008 Amdt 3 2010 AS NZS 60335 2 6 2008 Amdt 4 2011 10a List competency required qualifications certificates licensing training e g course or instruction Instruction through SWP signage and via UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station User Guide 10b List competency of Assessor Inducted by previous UNSW Field Station Manager Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 11 Supervisory approval And review Responsibility for SWP review Frank Hemmings Supervisor Frank Hemmings Signature Date of review 18 07 2014 OHS026 Safe work procedure The Writing Safe Work Procedures Guideline OHS027 should be consulted to assist in the completion of this form 1 Completed by Frank Hemmings Staff Student number 9803841
3. SWP chopping wood kindling collection and lighting fires SWP_FH130129 3 SWP use of urn SWP_FH130129 6 SWP furniture moving at Smiths Lake SWP_FH130129 2 SWP refrigerators and freezers at Smiths Lake SWP_FH130129 4 SWP use of gas cooker at Smiths Lake SWP_FH130129_ 8 SWP use of microwave oven SWP_FH130129 7 SWP use of outdoor gas burners at Smiths Lake SWP_FH130129_ 5 RM Use of unpowered watercraft PM130821 Only one person needs to sign this the group leader others in the group may sign but are not required to do so but their names should be either listed below or attached as a separate document In signing this section the assessor authorisor agrees that the following persons group leader and others if applicable is are competent in following this SWP or for the Risk Managements that they have read and understood the risk management as described in HS329 Risk Management Procedure The group leader also agrees that they are responsible to provide an adequate briefing of the above Safe Work Procedures Risk Management information to any others within their group Name Signature Date Name of Assessor Authoriser Assessor Authoriser Competent signature Frank Hemmings Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014
4. assessment Electrical shock e All equipment is tagged and tested and up to date number and Manual handling e Training in manual handling location strain and overuse e Always use correct lifting techniques bending at knees when using lower shelves RA_FH130125 2 copy injuries and standing close to equipment to avoid straining with BEES Safety Officer e Use of trolleys and other equipment to minimize lifting copy with Frank Hemmings in room 424 Copy displayed at UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station and included with UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station User Guide e Sharing load with more than one person where necessary 4 List resources required including personal protective clothing chemicals and equipment needed NA 5 List step by step instructions or order for undertaking the task 2 Inspect power outlet and cords for any obvious signs of damage a If damaged do not use report fault to Frank Hemmings Manager on 02 9385 3274 or 0404 293536 Turn on refrigerator or freezer at power outlet where necessary Place objects in refrigerator or freezer Remove objects from refrigerator or freezer Turn off refrigerator DO NOT TURN OFF CHEST FREEZER at power outlet where necessary a Check for damage to cords and report to Frank if necessary 7 Clean refrigerator and leave door ajar Ogu amp 6 List emergency shutdown procedures Shut down at power outlet or at circuit board 7 List Emergency procedures for how to deal
5. training e g course or instruction Instruction through SWP signage and via UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station User Guide 10b List competency of Assessor Inducted by previous UNSW Field Station Manager 11 Supervisory approval And review Supervisor Frank Hemmings Signature Responsibility for SWP review Frank Hemmings Date of review 18 07 2014 OHS026 1 Completed by Frank Hemmings Staff Student number 9803841 6s INSW Safe work procedure aff Student number 8 THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW SOUTH WALES The Writing Safe Work Procedures Guideline QHS027 should be consulted to assist in the completion of this form Faculty Division School Unit Science BEES Document number Initial Issue date Current version Current Version Next review date SWP_FH130129 7 29 01 2013 1 2 Issue date 18 07 2014 18 07 2015 2 Safe work procedure title and basic description of activity Title SWP Use of microwave oven Description of activity Use of microwave oven at UNSW Smiths Lake 3 List Hazards and risk controls as per risk assessment Associated risk Hazards Controls assessment Electrical shock Microwave oven is tagged and tested and up to date number and Manual handling When moving items such as ingredients and utensils always follow manual handling location strain and overuse guidelines lift from the legs not the back bending knees Hold items close to RA_FH130125
6. When lighting gas outdoor gas burners or range be aware of gas cut off valve in case of oven cook top valve is at floor level at base back of unit e Do not allow the gas to run while you light the match otherwise fumes will build up light the match first then turn the gas on to light the cook top or burners e When lighting oven or griddle be aware that if pilot goes out it has a reset time of approximately 5 minutes any attempt to relight during that time will not work e Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control knob Never use tools If the knob will not push in or turn by hand do not try to repair it Call the plumber gas fitter or station manager Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion e Keep an eye on gas when cooking to ensure flame s do not intentionally go out on cook top or burners e For oven main flame will intermittently turn on and off but pilot light should be on if main flame is out e lf there is a gas smell check the burners cook top oven e When turning off outdoor gas burners always switch off at the shut of valve first before switching off at individual burner valves to prevent gas build up e Use oven mitts gloves for handling hot pots pans and utensils e Follow SWP provided 4 List resources required including personal protective clothing chemicals and equipment needed Long clothing of non flammable fabric oven mitts gloves for handling hot items 5 List s
7. or the field station manager and await further instructions Taps in the hand basins are push button and timer activated push again as required Taps in the shower block are on a timer setting To use press the button and the water will come on for three minutes for hot water turn to the left for cold water turn to the right Shower will turn off automatically after three minutes and will remain off for some time Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 Hot water is supplied by gas hot water systems in both the men s and women s sections of the ablutions block If there is no hot water but there is cold water check to see that the system is switched on and connected to gas and electrical supply If necessary switch on following the instructions on the wall near the systems Refer also to gas below Also check to see that the switches are on in the distribution board in the female section of the ablutions block note that the switches are of the American type and the down position is Off and up is On Please note also that a small group of users probably does not need to use both hot water systems 6 2 Gas Firewood 6 2 1 Gas Gas for cooking and hot water is supplied from two 500Kg gas tanks These are filled periodically by Elgas If the gauge on top of either tank shows that the tank is less than 30 full please inform the field station manager 6 2 2 Firewood Firewood is supplied by a local contractor It is kept in a shed n
8. rather than opening lid so as to avoid steam burns Be careful if lifting lid to top up on water wear long sleeved clothing to minimise any chance of steam burns 4 List resources required including personal protective clothing chemicals and equipment needed Long clothing of non flammable fabric oven mitts gloves for handling hot items 5 List step by step instructions or order for undertaking the task Place urn in desired location Fill receptacle with water and carry to urn to fill urn up use multiple refills if necessary rather than overfilling receptacle Switch urn on Switch urn off when no longer required Drain any excess water through tap and do not put urn away until cool 23 24 25 26 27 6 List emergency shutdown procedures Shut off at power outlet or power board if necessary 7 List Emergency procedures for how to deal with fires spills or exposure to hazardous substances Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 In the event of fire fire extinguishers and fire blankets are located throughout the station 8 List Clean up and waste disposal requirements 21 07 2014 NA 9 List legislation used in the development of this SWP Work Health and Safety Act 2011 Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 OHS406 Fieldwork Guidelines OHS432 Manual Handling Guide OHS706 Guide to Safe Manual Handling 10a List competency required qualifications certificates licensing training e g course or ins
9. taps turn off at cut off valves and call for the plumber gas repairer e Use long matches and or tongs to maintain safe distance when lighting e Tie back long hair and loose overhanging clothing e Long clothing can protect form heat but highly flammable clothing should not be worn when cooking near open flame e When lighting gas outdoor gas burners be aware of gas cut off valve at front of unit e Do not allow the gas to run while you light the match otherwise fumes will build up light the match first then turn the gas on to light the cook top or burners e Keep an eye on gas when cooking to ensure flame s do not intentionally go out on cook top or burners e For oven main flame will intermittently turn on and off but pilot light should be on if main flame is out e When turning off outdoor gas burners always switch off at the shut of valve first before switching off at individual burner valves to prevent gas build up e Use oven mitts gloves for handling hot pots pans and utensils Long clothing of non flammable fabric oven mitts gloves for handling hot items 5 List step by step instructions or order for undertaking the task 17 Ensure gas cut off valve is open 18 Strike match 19 Urn on desired burner at individual tap and light with match 20 Place desired cooking vessel item on burner 21 When cooking is done turn off at cut off valve 22 Turn off at individual burner after allowing flame to die out
10. the main circuit breakers are at the eastern end of the dining area e Report any problems to Mr Frank Hemmings School of Biological Earth and Environmental Sciences UNSW Tel 02 9385 3274 or 0404 293536 local assistance may be sought form the caretaker Mr Jim Stack on 0488122996 Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 Appendix 1 SAFETY DOCUMENTS AND SIGN OFF SHEET The safety of all users of the UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station is of great importance All users of the field station need to be aware of the risks involved in staying at the station To this end there are several Safe Work Procedures and Risk Management forms which apply to general use of the station these are attached here and are also displayed throughout the station in appropriate locations kitchen and cookhouse SWPs are found in a folder in the kitchen Please read through the following documents carefully One person from a group visiting the field station the group leader must complete fill in name and date and sign the sign off sheet which pertains to these documents Others in the group in the group may sign but are not required to do so but their names should be either listed on the sign off sheet or attached as a separate document By signing this sheet the group leader also indicates that they will be responsible for the training of others in their group in these procedures this may be incorporated into a safety briefing Please print out the sign off sh
11. the watercraft tolaunch heavy and hand Wear sturdy footwear to protect feet from cuts or crushing and and objects crushing maintain awareness trip hazards such as the uneven ground of retieve injuries foot the lake foreshore cuts Liftin Invertebrates Bites and Look for and spiders and snakes from the canoe or arrange for N g Spiders stings professional removal if appropriate If in doubt do not use the watercraft Centipedes watercraft and consult the station manager to launch snakes and retrieve Injury Life Jackets PFD50 s or higher must be worn and be of the N Use of the Falling in drowning correct size for the wearer Check that the jacket is in good watercraft Sinking hyperthermia condition and that all buckles and zips function correctly on the lake canoe losing PFD100 s support the head and are preferred paddles Check the weather conditions prior to departure unable to Practice getting in and out in shallow water return due to Notify a shore support person of your activity destination and fatigue or expected time of return weather Carry first aid and a means of communication in a water proof conditions bag if travelling further than the Research Station Bay eg travelling further than line of site of the station and or further than easy swimming distance from shore Ensure that your watercraft is suitable for low visibility or night N Use of the Collision Physical work with light reflective tape waterproof torches an
12. travels Avoid smoke inhalation Move away from fire if required Wash eyes face with water if affected by smoke Do not light fire when fire ban is present but cook inside on gas instead Keep area around fire clear of combustible material c 2 metres Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 4 List resources required including personal protective clothing chemicals and equipment needed Protective footwear gloves safety goggles axe hatchet insect repellent protective footwear axe hatchet and insect repellent not provided at Smiths Lake users must provide their own 5 List step by step instructions or order for undertaking the task 1 on PH ooN i oN S SPONDS o Collect fire wood from wood shed a Use adequate lighting to inspect wood pile from a safe distance for signs of snakes and spiders b Put on your gloves c Select log and take to chopping block Keep blade sharp if blade dull harder to chop wood more effort required more likely to lose control of axe hatchet Onlookers to stand well clear of chopper Wood chopper to always use two hands on axe hatchet handle One about mid way the other towards the end Will provide for more control of the motion of the axe Wear safety boots when chopping wood never wear thongs Wood chopper should only swing from shoulder height or below Not above head height will cause loss of control of axe and muscle strain injurie
13. with fires spills or exposure to hazardous substances In the event of fire fire extinguishers and fire blankets are located throughout the station Do not use harsh chemicals to clean the appliances Mild soap detergent and water only Residues may be disposed of down the sinks or onto grass as appropriate no solids down sink 9 List legislation used in the development of this SWP Work Health and Safety Act 2011 Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 OHS406 Fieldwork Guidelines OHS432 Manual Handling Guide OHS706 Guide to Safe Manual Handling AS 4555 2002 AG 105 2002 Domestic gas Refrigerators AS 4555 2002 AG 105 2002 amdt 1 2011 10a List competency required qualifications certificates licensing training e g course or instruction Instruction through SWP signage and via UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station User Guide Inducted by previous UNSW Field Station Manager 11 Supervisory approval And review Supervisor Frank Hemmings Signature Responsibility for SWP review Frank Hemmings Date of review 18 07 2014 OHS026 1 Completed by Frank Hemmings Staff Student number 9803841 Safe work procedure THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW SOUTH WALES The Writing Safe Work Procedures Guideline OHS027 should be consulted to assist in the completion of this form Faculty Division School Unit Science BEES Document number Initial Issue date Current version Current Version Next review date SWP_
14. 2 copy injuries body with BEES Safety Officer Use of equipment according to SWP Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 copy with Frank Hot surfaces steam e Do not place metal or foil objects in microwave as these can cause arcing and Hemmings in room 424 burns singes eventually fire lt daa a blisters e Follow any cooking instructions provided and included with UNSW e Use oven mitts to handle hot containers or items Smiths Lake Field Station e Be aware that containers will release hot steam when opened do not overheat User Guide items in the microwave 4 List resources required including personal protective clothing chemicals and equipment needed Long clothing of non flammable fabric oven mitts gloves for handling hot items 5 List step by step instructions or order for undertaking the task 12 Turn microwave oven on if necessary 13 Place desired items into microwave oven and set time and power level or other cooking setting 14 Press start 15 Remove item from microwave when cooking is finished paying attention to the fact that items may be very hot 16 Wipe down inside of microwave with a damp cloth sponge when cool 6 List emergency shutdown procedures Shut off at power outlet or power board if necessary 7 List Emergency procedures for how to deal with fires spills or exposure to hazardous substances In the event of fire fire extinguishers and fire blankets are located throug
15. FH130129 8 29 01 2013 1 1 Issue date 18 07 2014 18 07 2015 Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 2 Safe work procedure title and basic description of activity Title SWP Use of gas cooker at Smiths Lake Description of activity Use of LUUS gas range CRO 4B3P at UNSW Smiths Lake 3 List Hazards and risk controls as per risk assessment ee Associated risk Hazards Controls assessment Manual handling e When moving items such as ingredients and utensils always follow manual handling number and strain and overuse guidelines lift from the legs not the back bending knees Hold items close to location injuries body RA_FH130125 2 copy e Before lighting smell the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor with BEES Safety Officer Naked flame heat because gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor copy with Frank burns singes e If you smell gas DO NOT LIGHT ANY APPLIANCES OR TOUCH ANY Hemmings in room 424 blisters ELECTICAL SWITCHESOR USE ANY PHOEN IN THE BUILDING ee mae IMMEDIATELY CALL A PLUMBER GAS FITTER OR THE STATION MANAGER and included with UNSW AND FOLLOW THEIR INSTRUCTIONS l l a Smiths Lake Field Station e Use long matches and or tongs to maintain safe distance when lighting User Guide e Tie back long hair and loose overhanging clothing e Long clothing can protect form heat but highly flammable clothing should not be worn when cooking near open flame e
16. SMITHS LAKE FIELD STATION USERS GUIDE CONTENTS LOCATION DIRECTIONS CAPACITY BUILDINGS ACCESS SERVICES 6 1 Water 6 1 1 Drinking and cooking water 6 1 2 Ablutions block water 6 2 Gas Firewood 6 2 1 Gas 6 2 2 Firewood 6 3 Electricity 6 4 Ablutions block cookhouse waste water 6 5 Rubbish removal 6 6 Cleaning and maintenance 7 WHAT WE DO NOT SUPPLY 8 BEDS 9 TOILET PAPER AND PAPER TOWEL 10 FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT 11 TABLES amp CHAIRS 12 LIBRARY 13 FIRST AID KIT 14 LIBRARY 15 OTHER EQUIPMENT 16 BOATSHED 17 SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS 17 1 Arboviruses 17 2 Snakes and spiders 17 3 Ticks 17 4 Camping under trees 17 5 Creek depth 17 6 Fires and evacuations DAUN Instructions for users of Smiths Lake on arrival and departure Appendix Safety Documentation and sign off sheet 1 LOCATION The UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station is located on the southwestern shore of Smiths Lake near the village of Bungwahl It is about 35 km south of Forster NSW 2 DIRECTIONS e From Bulahdelah take the Lakes Way which leaves the Pacific Highway a few kilometres north of the town e At Bungwahl turn right into Seal Rocks Rd Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 e Proceed towards Seal Rocks for 2 3 km e Turn left at Horse Point Rd a dirt road opposite the Fish Co op e Proceed straight ahead for 1 6 km until you reach the field station Note Ignore all signs and do not turn into Dogwood Rd 3 CAPACI
17. TY The field station can cater for a maximum of 56 people excluding beds in the restricted OEH dorm 4 BUILDINGS There are nine buildings comprising Two general admission dormitory blocks 7 rooms in total 6 to 12 beds in each 56 beds total One ablutions block 3 showers hot cold water 3 toilets and 3 basins in each of the male and female sections One lab kitchen building 3 fridges 1 freezer 1 gas stove oven and a vermin proof storeroom The Rat Proof Room One cookhouse with open sides 2 wood barbeques 5 gas rings and 2 double sinks with hot cold water One dormitory block restricted use One communal building with open sides and a storage room at one end with chairs tables and 1 fridge One two room storage building restricted access One boatshed restricted access 5 ACCESS One key available from the field station manager opens most buildings Most users would require this key only It does not open the boatshed the storage building or the NPWS dormitory Users of these buildings need to contact the field station manager to obtain appropriate keys 6 SERVICES 6 1 Water It is important to conserve water All our drinking water and almost all of our remaining water is supplied by rainwater tanks While we have a large storage capacity profligate water use soon drains supplies so please be conscious of our water and use wisely Taps and showers in the ablutions block are on time
18. ashing detergent and other cleaning products Tea towels sponges etc for cleaning dishes Residual Current Devices aka safety switches in the boatshed or communal area 8 COOKING and FOOD STORAGE As mentioned earlier there are two wood barbeques and five gas rings in the cookhouse In the lab kitchen building there are four fridges including one large commercial fridge one freezer a gas stove oven and a microwave oven There is also a food storage room which is known as the Rat Proof Room It is advisable to store here all food which does not require refrigeration Vermin are attracted to the kitchen At night please keep the doors closed once you have finished with the kitchen The screen doors on their own are not a barrier to rats and mice All cutlery plates mugs and so on are stored in the kitchen section of the building A large selection of cooking food preparation utensils is also stored in this room Users of the field station are asked not to leave food behind in the Rat Proof Room or in the fridges or freezer Any food condiments or other material that are left there may be used by any visitor Please also refer to the safety documents in the appendix e SWP use of gas cooker at Smiths Lake SWP refrigerators and freezers at Smiths Lake SWP use of outdoor gas burners at Smiths Lake SWP use of microwave oven SWP use of urn at UNSW Smiths Lake 9 BEDS Most beds are double bunk style Although there are a few
19. at of the large fridge Make sure that the submersible pump in the grease trap is turned on The switch is located on the pole beside the grease trap near the cookhouse It should never be turned off Check water availability and pressure If there is no water or the water pressure is low inform the field station manager and follow his instructions Do not attempt to remedy the situation yourself If there are any other problems relating to water supply hot or cold or to gas or electricity please refer further to those items in the User Guide on pages 2 4 On Departure Do not turn off any switches on any distribution boards 1 Clean all fridges used and also the freezer if it was used Do not leave food in them or in the Rat Proof Room or kitchen Turn off the fridges but not the freezer and leave the doors open Return all cooking utensils cutlery plates cups and glasses to the racks and benches in the kitchen Put all chairs and tables into the storage area of the communal building Clean up around the field station including cleaning the kitchen sweeping out the rooms and cleaning the ablutions block Turn off all the lights Make sure all fires are extinguished Lock all the buildings close all the windows and replace the key Take all garbage and recyclables to the bins near Dogwood Rd or put them in the skip if there is too much for the bins Please note the following e Inthe event of a power failure
20. d two watercraft Injuries and mechanisms of communication phone red hand smoke flare in a the lake drowning waterproof floating containers bag visibility An anchor should be carried and a support boat should be Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 List emergency procedures and controls from the station administration List emergency controls for how to deal with fires spills or exposure to hazardous substances and or emergency shutdown procedures Field Station Manager has up to date first aid training and first aid kit is located at field station in addition to other kits taken along if necessary for work further Emergency services can be contacted and will land helicopter on adjacent property across creek if necessary Mobile phones carried around station and if working remote from station although reception not guaranteed in some places Emergency contact details held with Field Station Manager and BEES Implementation Additional control measures needed Resources required Responsible person Date of implementation Scheduled review date Are all control measures in place Are controls eliminating or minimising the risk Are there any new problems with the risk Review by name Review date Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 12 Smiths Lake General Use Safety Documentation sign off sheet SWP name and version
21. different styles these all have a wooden slat base Most mattresses are made of foam Visitors must supply pillows sheets and blankets or sleeping bags Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 10 TOILET PAPER PAPER TOWEL These are supplied by the field station They are normally kept in the Rat Proof Room If the supply is low please inform the field station management 11 FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT Fire extinguishers are provided at various points around the field station and there is a fire blankets in the kitchen There are also several taps one near the cookhouse tank and others near the dormitories to which a hose may be attached To obtain sufficient pressure when using these taps turn on the demand pump to the ablutions block tank and ensure that the inlet valve to that tank is closed There are also taps at the entrance to the female section of the ablutions block 1 and on the outside of the two pump houses 2 one behind the ablutions block and one on the lawn These are connected to the reticulated water supply and do not require the demand pump to the ablutions block to be switched on 12 TABLES CHAIRS There are about fifteen large tables at the field station Some are collapsible and some are not Normally they are stored in the storage area in the communal building Plastic chairs are also stored in this storage area There are signs indicating where particular furniture items should be stored Please adhere to this st
22. e Risk consulted on the risk Management Form List legislation standards codes of practice manufacturer s guidance etc used to determine control measures necessary Work Health and Safety Act 2011 Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 Identify hazards and control the risks 1 An activity may be divided into tasks For each task identify the hazards and associated risks Also list the possible scenarios which could sooner or later cause harm 2 Determine controls necessary based on legislation codes of practice Australian standards manufacturer s instructions etc 3 List existing risk controls and any additional controls that need to be implemented 4 Rate the risk once all controls are in place using the matrix in HS329 Risk Management Procedure SHADED GREY AREAS If you need to determine whether it s reasonably practicable to implement a control based on the risk complete the shaded grey columns Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 Feel free to resize the boxes to suit your situation the amount of text you need to use available for rescue purposes Risk Rating Cost of controls Is this Any in terms of reasonabl Task f iti time effort Pare Hazard as ols Existing controls pas money practicabl required C L R e Y N Lifting Manual Muscle strain Use correct manual handling techniques and sufficient people to N varrat handling of injuries foot lift and control
23. e plumber Geoff McCarthy If this number does not answer inform the caretaker or field station manager Waste from the sinks in the cookhouse enters a grease trap and is then pumped to the Ecomax system The power point for the pump is located on a post near the grease trap Do not switch off the power at this point 6 5 Rubbish Removal The field station currently has one small rubbish bin and one larger recycling bin which are kept along Horse Point Rd near the intersection with Dogwood Rad and a skip opposite the entrance to the field station Please fill the bins before filling the rubbish skip Please use the correct bins when putting rubbish or recyclables in them The bins are currently emptied by Great Lakes Council on Wednesdays The skip is removed once a month on the third Monday In periods of heavy use especially from December through to April it is emptied more often at the discretion of the manager While we are aware of when these heavy periods are and plan accordingly the skip may still be full on arrival possibly due to illegal rubbish dumping If this is the case please report it to the field station manager Please DO NOT dump excess rubbish next to the skip in the vain hope that someone will clear it away they won t and it will just attract animals that will spread the waste further around the station Small bins are also provided for use around the field station In order to prevent animals getting into the b
24. ear the entrance to the field station If the firewood supply is low the field station manager should be informed The firewood provided in the woodshed is for use in the cooking fires provided that there are no fire bans and not for bonfires in the bonfire pit Please note that you need to supply your own axe Please also refer to the SWP for wood chopping and lighting fires at Smiths Lake in the appendix 6 3 Electricity The field station has only single phase power to supply a large amount of electrically powered equipment and appliances It therefore has a mains circuit breaker This circuit breaker along with several others is located in the distribution board fuse box at the eastern end of the communal building If there is a power failure either total or partial the above distribution board is the first place to look in order to restore power Other distribution boards are found at the eastern end of the lab kitchen building in the north eastern room in the old dormitory block at the western end of the far dormitory the female section of the ablutions block and in the OEH dormitory If the power blackout is not caused by an overloaded circuit then the problem probably lies somewhere outside the field station You then have to wait for the local distributor to restore power This might only take a few hours but it can be a lot longer after a major storm At such times it might be necessary to use buckets of water from the creek t
25. eet sign and either e Scan signed sheet and email to f hemmings unsw edu au OR e Post sheet to Frank Hemmings School of BEES University of New South Wales UNSW SYDNEY 2052 NSW AUSTRALIA The sign off sheet must be received no later than three working days before your arrival at the field station and completion of the form is mandatory Failure to comply will result in being blocked from further use of the station Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 OHS026 1 Completed by Frank Hemmings Staff Student number 9803841 Safe work procedure UNSW THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW SOUTH WALES The Writing Safe Work Procedures Guideline OHS027 should be consulted to assist in the completion of this form Faculty Division Science School Unit BEES Document number SWP_FH130129_3 Initial Issue date 29 01 2013 Next review date 18 07 2015 Current version Current Version 1 1 Issue date 18 07 2014 2 Safe work procedure title and basic description of activity Title SWP wood chopping and lighting fires at Smiths Lake 1 Description of activity Firewood is supplied in cut blocks in wood shed for purpose of cooking on bbq fires at UNSW Smiths Lake this SWP covers the task of chopping wood and lighting such fires Chopping or splitting of large pieces of wood into smaller pieces is necessary in order to light the fires for cooking food at the Smiths Lake field statio
26. es and chairs stored in enclosed section of communal area which are put out on arrival by each user group for use and returned prior to each user s group s departure e Check items prior to moving for obvious signs of damage and for rough sharp or pinch point hazards e Mark damaged items to prevent use and notify Frank Hemmings ASAP on 9385 3274 Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 e Keep lifting to as light as possible by using more frequent carrying of single items rather than fewer trips of stacked items e Seek help to team lift awkward bulky or heavy items e Test the weight prior to lifting an item e To unfold tables o Place the table face down on a flat surface o Unfold the legs from the base o Slide the joint locks over the joints o Turn table upright and only use on a stable surface e To store tables use the reverse of the above procedure o Always ensure the legs are firmly secured against the underside of the table prior to storage e Do not exceed the safe working load of the table 400kg e Do not sit on the table as damage to table legs may occur 6 List emergency shutdown procedures NA 7 List Emergency procedures for how to deal with fires spills or exposure to hazardous substances In the event of fire fire extinguishers and fire blankets are located throughout the station 8 List Clean up and waste disposal requirements NA 9 List legislation used in the development of this SWP Work Health a
27. f fire fire extinguishers and fire blankets are located throughout the station including next to the bbq pits first aid kit located in laboratory NA 9 List legislation used in the development of this SWP Work Health and Safety Act 2011 Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 OHS406 Fieldwork Guidelines OHS432 Manual Handling Guide OHS706 Guide to Safe Manual Handling 10a List competency required qualifications certificates licensing training e g course or instruction Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 11 Supervisory approval And review Supervisor Frank Hemmings Responsibility for SWP review Frank Hemmings Instruction through SWP signage and via UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station User Guide 10b List competency of Assessor Inducted by previous UNSW Field Station Manager Signature Date of review 18 07 2014 OHS026 Safe work procedure The Writing Safe Work Procedures Guideline OHS027 should be consulted to assist in the completion of this form 1 Completed by Frank Hemmings Staff Student number 9803841 UNSW THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW SOUTH WALES Faculty Division Science School Unit BEES Document number SWP_FH130129_2 Initial Issue date 29 01 2013 Current version Current Version 1 1 Issue date 18 07 2014 Next review date 18 07 2015 2 Safe work procedure title and basic description of activity Tit
28. hout the station NA 9 List legislation used in the development of this SWP Work Health and Safety Act 2011 Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 OHS406 Fieldwork Guidelines OHS432 Manual Handling Guide OHS706 Guide to Safe Manual Handling Standards relating to microwave ovens AS NZS 3350 2 6 2006 AS NZS 3350 2 6 2006 Amdt 1 2008 AS NZS 60335 2 25 2002 AS NZS 60335 2 25 2002 Amdt 1 2005 AS NZS 20335 2 25 2011 IEC TEXT AS NZS 60335 2 25 2002 Amdt 2 2006 AS NZS 60335 2 25 Amdt 3 2006 10a List competency required qualifications certificates licensing training e g course or instruction Instruction through SWP signage and via UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station User Guide Inducted by previous UNSW Field Station Manager 11 Supervisory approval And review Supervisor Frank Hemmings Signature Responsibility for SWP review Frank Hemmings Date of review 18 07 2014 OHS026 1 Completed by Frank Hemmings Staff Student ber 9803841 Safe work procedure a udent number THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW SOUTH WALES The Writing Safe Work Procedures Guideline OHS027 should be consulted to assist in the completion of this form Faculty Division School Unit Science BEES Document number Initial Issue date Current version Current Version Next review date SWP_FH130129_5 29 01 2013 1 1 Issue date 18 07 2014 18 07 2015 2 Safe work procedure title and basic description of ac
29. ins please keep the lids on them at all time Please also ensure that no rubbish is left behind in these after your stay Please note that there is no system for recycling or composting kitchen waste 6 6 Cleaning Maintenance Cleaning of the field station and maintenance of the grounds is done by local casual staff of UNSW Users of the field station are however expected to leave it in a clean and tidy condition when they depart including removing rubbish and cleaning the ablutions block Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 7 WHAT WE DO NOT SUPPLY In the true tradition of field stations many things are left behind despite all requests to take belongings food etc upon departure This can be seen as a blessing when you arrive and forget to bring something such as cooking oil detergent bin bags etc In the past people have come to rely upon the kindness of strangers and have requested that these be replaced when supplies have run out Please be aware that such items MAY be there on arrival or MAY NOT We do not supply these and are not responsible when such supplies run out but if you find them you are welcome to use them Such items include e axe or other equipment for chopping wood see below your axe is your responsibility as is the maintenance of such Garbage bags although we supply garbage bins we do not supply bags Soap for bathrooms showers Foil Cling Wrap Cooking oil salt pepper or other condiments Dishw
30. is usually kept in the Rat Proof Room for those people who have not brought their own 17 2 Snakes amp Spiders Snakes are occasionally seen in the vicinity of the field station and sometimes within the grounds The most dangerous are the Eastern Brown Snake and the Death Adder A range of spiders may be found around the area and are more likely to be encountered than snakes Some will be venomous and some not so it is best to treat all with caution All visitors to the field station are advised to wear appropriate clothing including long pants and stout shoes especially at night Check your shoes or boots for spiders if these are left outside rooms Please be particularly careful when handling wood in the wood shed take a torch to help to find any spiders which may be present and use gloves when removing wood 17 3 Ticks Depending on weather conditions and the stage of their life cycle ticks can be very common in the bush around the field station Sometimes they can even be found in large numbers within the grounds Many people who are bitten show only mild symptoms A tick bite however especially if not detected early can be serious for some To minimise the risk of being bitten wear appropriate clothing and use insect repellent Occasionally check your clothing and body for ticks 17 4 Camping Under Trees The risk of being injured or killed by falling trees or branches is probably not as severe in the field station grounds as in
31. le SWP furniture moving at Smiths Lake Description of activity Moving furniture at UNSW Smiths Lake 3 List Hazards and risk controls as per risk assessment Associated risk assessment number and location RA_FH130125 3 copy with BEES Safety Officer copy with Frank Hemmings in room 424 Copy displayed in each pump house at UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station Hazards Manual Handling strain and over reaching injuries Crush injuries Cuts from sharp edges Controls e Be careful when lifting to place hands in safe position so as to avoid crushing when e Use gloves where necessary such as for rough or sharp edges or where pinching e Do not sit on stacked chairs e Do not sit on tables Instruction in safe lifting techniques Always use correct lifting techniques bending at knees when lifting low objects and standing close to objects to avoid straining Sharing load with more than one person where necessary object is lowered Wear covered footwear to minimise risk of dropping objects onto feet is a risk Inspect furniture for damage and repair as required or remove rough or sharp edges Do not carry stacks of chairs alone 4 List resources required including personal protective clothing chemicals and equipment needed e Covered footwear gloves as necessary such as for rough or sharp edges or where pinching is a risk 5 List step by step instructions or order for undertaking the task Tabl
32. llow the safety precautions recommended in the Risk Management form Use of unpowered watercraft in the appendix Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 16 BOATSHED Four dinghies and four outboard motors are stored here along with boating equipment some fuel sampling gear and other equipment The boats are only available for use by members of the School of BEES 17 SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS We responsible for the health safety and welfare of visitors to Smiths Lake and in addition to the following numbered points regarding what would be expected as the usual safety issues a number of safety documents are included in the appendix of this guide Users must read these carefully before arriving at the field station At least one member of each group must sign the sign off page and forward this as either scanned or photocopied document to the field station manager This is a mandatory condition of staying at the field station 17 1 Arboviruses Mosquito borne viruses such as those causing Ross River Disease and Barmah Forest Disease are prevalent in the area While many people who are infected show no symptoms a minority can be affected to various degrees by these diseases A few people have become very ill The best protection is to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes keep screen doors closed wear suitable clothing use insect repellent and spend as little time as possible in the ablutions block A supply of repellents and insecticides
33. n Note wood is bought and delivered to the field station for our use Wood is not to be collected from the surrounding National Park 3 List Hazards and risk controls as per risk assessment Associated risk assessment number and location RA_FH130125 1 copy with BEES Safety Officer copy with Frank Hemmings in room 424 Copy displayed at UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station and included with UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station User Guide Hazards Manual Handling muscle ligament strain injuries back injuries Bites and stings invertebrates Bites and stings vertebrates snakes Sharp blades Cut crush injuries to limbs of wood chopper or onlookers Manual handling of axe muscle ligament strain injuries back injuries Splinters wood chips piercing injuries Manual Handling of hatchet muscle ligament strain injuries back injuries Naked flame heat burns singes and blisters Smoke inhalation Bushfire Controls e Instruction in safe lifting techniques When moving wood pieces always follow manual handling guidelines lift from the legs not the back e Be observant when collecting fire wood from the wood shed or tinder make sure no spiders are present on pieces of wood tinder when these are collected Wear protective clothing covered footwear gloves and insect repellent Make sure no snakes are present in the wood shed Step away from snakes Ensure ade
34. nd Safety Act 2011 Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 OHS406 Fieldwork Guidelines OHS432 Manual Handling Guide OHS706 Guide to Safe Manual Handling 10a List competency required qualifications certificates licensing training e g course or instruction Instruction through SWP signage and via UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station User Guide 10b List competency of Assessor Inducted by previous UNSW Field Station Manager 11 Supervisory approval And review Supervisor Frank Hemmings Signature Responsibility for SWP review Frank Hemmings Date of review 18 07 2014 OHS026 1 Completed by Frank Hemmings Staff Student number 9803841 INSW Safe work procedure alnotudent number i THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW SOUTH WALES The Writing Safe Work Procedures Guideline OHS027 should be consulted to assist in the completion of this form Faculty Division School Unit Science BEES Document number Initial Issue date Current version Current Version Next review date SWP_FH130129_4 29 01 2013 1 1 Issue date 18 07 2014 18 07 2015 2 Safe work procedure title and basic description of activity Title SWP refrigerators and freezers at Smiths Lake Description of activity Use of refrigerators and freezers at UNSW Smiths Lake 3 List Hazards and risk controls as per risk assessment Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 Associated risk Hazards Controls
35. o flush toilets To provide light there is usually a supply of candles in the Rat Proof Room If power is not back on after 24 hours check with the local distributor They might advise that a local electrician needs to be called Please note that although there are several 15 amp appliances there is only one 15 amp power point in the communal building Do not under any circumstances modify a 15 amp appliance so that it plugs into a 10 amp power point Residual Current Devices aka Safety Switches are fitted to some but not all distribution boards and circuits throughout the station In particular power outlets in the communal area and the boatshed are currently not protected by RCD s Users should bring their own RCD s Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 where the appliance will be used in a hostile environment which is not protected by RCD s any power outlets in the boatshed and communal area in accordance with the WHS Regulation 2011 Clause 164 6 4 Ablutions Block Cookhouse Waste Water Waste water from the toilets and showers is piped to an Ecomax treatment system It comprises three cells of specially treated soil that are housed in the mounds outside the ablutions block Normally only two cells are in operation at any one time Switching on and off of cells is the responsibility of the field station management If the red light on the instrument on top of the septic tank starts to flash please immediately contact th
36. orage pattern and stack items in areas indicated for them Please do not leave behind furniture items for storage for your own personal use at a later time unless you have the express permission of the field station manager Unauthorised items will be removed and disposed of Please refer to the safety document SWP moving furniture at UNSW Smiths Lake in the appendix 13 FIRST AID KIT A first aid kit is kept in the kitchen lab building near the big fridge It is restocked from time to time However as this cannot be done frequently users are advised to bring their own supply of first aid items to supplement those at the station 14 LIBRARY A selection of books on natural history and on biology generally is kept in the lab kitchen building Please put any books that you use back on the shelves when you leave 15 OTHER EQUIPMENT INCLUDING CANOES A selection of older microscopes together with lamps is available in cupboards in the lab In the various storerooms are other microscopes collecting equipment and other scientific material These are used by the various student groups from the School of BEES UNSW and are not available to other users of the field station Table tennis equipment is available for use and is stored with the tables and chairs 2 canoes are available for general use Beware these are large heavy and cumbersome Paddles and life vests for use with the canoes are found in the rat proof room Please read and fo
37. ot water but there is cold water check to see that the system is switched on and connected to gas and electrical supply Refer also to gas below Low water pressure could indicate that the filters need cleaning If this is the case please inform the field station manager and follow his advice 6 1 2 Ablutions block water This water is supplied from two separate sources The main source is the connected tank system as noted above These tanks contain rainwater only The second or backup source is a small tank behind the ablutions block which may contain rainwater from the two adjacent buildings creek water or a combination of both For this reason it is strongly recommended that you do not drink this water Normally the rainwater tanks supply the ablutions block but it may be operating form either the large ablutions block tank or the rest of the tanks in the system The main reasons that these fail are that the filters are blocked or that there is no water in the tanks and in each case the pump in use automatically shuts down This means that the ablutions block tank water then has to be used To switch between the two water supplies first contact the plumber Geoff McCarthy or the caretaker and follow his advice Please also notify the field station manager In very rare circumstances creek water may need to be pumped to the dedicated small tank behind the ablutions block Please contact either the plumber Geoff McCarthy the caretaker
38. quate lighting to look for animals In the event of snake bite first aid kit with pressure bandage present in lab Pressure bandage to be applied to bitten area and affected person to be immobilised as far as possible Call for assistance as soon as possible if bitten e Keep blade sharp if blade dull harder to chop wood more effort required more likely to lose control of axe hatchet e Onlookers to stand well clear of chopper e Wood chopper to always use two hands on axe hatchet handle One about mid way the other towards the end Will provide for more control of the motion of the axe e Wear safety boots when chopping wood never wear thongs e Wood chopper should only swing from shoulder height or below Not above head height will cause loss of control of axe and muscle strain injuries and back injuries PPE use leather gloves and wear safety goggles e Use minimum force when splitting wood e Use hatchet to divide the larger pieces of kindling only smaller pieces can be broken with hands or by propping on an angle on the ground and using foot Use long matches and or tongs to maintain safe distance from fire when lighting e Tie back long hair and loose overhanging clothing Long clothing can protect form heat but highly flammable clothing should not be worn when cooking near open flame Be careful when lighting fire have fire blanket and fire extinguisher close by Keep out of smoke move away from direction in which smoke
39. r switches to improve our water conservation Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 6 1 1 Drinking and cooking water Drinking cooking water is supplied from various points throughout the field station e non reticulated rainwater for drinking or cooking water is supplied by three tanks at the eastern end of the lab kitchen building with gravity fed taps This is the best water for drinking or cooking and it is advisable to use these first as use of this water will not drain the reticulated rainwater supply e Reticulated rainwater is supplied by tanks on the western side of the lawn the eastern end of the communal building and behind the old dormitory building and the large tank behind the ablutions block This water is available from the taps in the cookhouse sinks and the kitchen and from the taps beside the pump sheds e Please check the level of the water on the gauge on departure and inform the field station manager Do not drink water from the taps in the ablutions block or from the tank behind the ablutions block as this water could be contaminated with creek water In an emergency the water in the tank by the boatshed is also suitable for drinking If there is no reticulated water either cold or hot coming through the taps there may be a problem with the power supply see under electricity below Hot water to the kitchen and cookhouse is supplied by a gas hot water system located in the outdoor cookhouse If there is no h
40. s and back injuries PPE use leather gloves and wear safety goggles Use minimum force when splitting wood Use hatchet to divide the larger pieces of kindling only smaller pieces can be broken with hands or by propping on an angle on the ground and using foot Kindling Collection only collect kindling from the grounds of the field station Do not go into the adjacent National Park to collect kindling Kindling is often broken down into smaller pieces to be put on the fire Kindling processing into smaller pieces use hatchet for pieces too large to break by hand Lighting fires in BBQ pits fires should not be lit during fire bans Tie back long hair and loose overhanging clothing Long clothing can protect form heat but highly flammable clothing should not be worn when cooking near open flame Be careful when lighting fire have fire blanket and fire extinguisher close by Keep out of smoke move away from direction in which smoke travels Avoid smoke inhalation Move away from fire if required Wash eyes face with water if affected by smoke Do not light fire when fire ban is present but cook inside on gas instead Keep area around fire clear of combustible material c 2 metres Ensure fire is fully out before leaving it unattended or retiring for the night 6 List emergency shutdown procedures NA 7 List Emergency procedures for how to deal with fires spills or exposure to hazardous substances In the event o
41. some other areas of the Myall Lakes National Park It is however forbidden to camp near the larger paperbarks and swamp mahoganies Signs in the grounds advise of areas where camping is not permitted Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 17 5 Creek Depth Even when the lake is low there are some parts of the creek that runs beside the field station which are quite deep This is especially true near the boatshed The risk of drowning would be small for an adult but not so for a young child Parents and other adults are advised not to allow young children to wander unaccompanied near the creek 17 6 Fires and evacuations Great care should be exercised around bonfires and when using the barbecues and stoves At times of total fire bans no fires may be lit In the event of a bushfire the field station is thought to be reasonably safe The lawn and the lake itself can act as a refuge for anyone trapped at the field station The muster area during an emergency is at the lake edge near the boatshed Signs on the lab kitchen building and in the dormitories give advice regarding emergency procedures and emergency exits are indicated with exit lights Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 Instructions for Users of Smiths Lake Field Station On Arrival Make sure all switches on the distribution board in the ablutions block are turned on Turn on the fridges you need and make sure the freezer is still turned on Do not adjust the thermost
42. tep by step instructions or order for undertaking the task 8 Open gas cut off valve if necessary 9 Lighting oven a b mogao a b Ensure that you have read the safety information before proceeding Set the oven thermostat control knob to OFF 0 degrees The Thermostat is located at the top left corner above the oven doors Open the oven door depress and hold the Pilot button Light the Pilot burner located inside the bottom of the oven at the front left of the burner When lit continue holding the Pilot down for 15 seconds before releasing it Pilot should remain lit If not wait 5 minutes and repeat from step 3 If the Pilot will not stay lit after several attempts release the Pilot button and contact your service technician or the Manufacturer Set the oven thermostat to the desired temperature 0 to 340 degrees by turning the knob clockwise or anti clockwise respectively To turn the oven OFF turn the thermostat clockwise to O degrees Press the Pilot OFF button to shut the pilot off 10 Lighting the open top burners hotplates a Ensure that you have read the safety information before proceeding Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 Locate the FRONT or REAR control knob corresponding to the Open burner required Turn the knob anti clockwise completely and manually light the burner Set the burner at the desired flame by turning the knob clockwise or anti clockwise to HIGH or LOW flame To
43. tivity Title SWP use of outdoor gas burners at Smiths Lake Description of activity Use of outdoor gas burners at UNSW Smiths Lake 2 large individual hotplate and 3 Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 smaller joined hotplate burners are permanently fitted in the outdoor cook house at UNSW Smiths Lake 3 List Hazards and risk controls as per risk assessment Associated risk Hazards Controls assessment Manual handling e When moving items such as ingredients and utensils always follow manual handling number and strain and overuse guidelines lift from the legs not the back bending knees location injuries e Hold items close to body RA_FH130125 2 copy e Use 2 people if item is heavy with BEES Safety Officer Naked flame heat e Before lighting smell the appliance area for gas copy with Frank burns singes e For gas cooker inside kitchen be sure to smell next to the floor because gas is Zee RA blisters heavier than air and will settle on the floor If you smell gas DO NOT LIGHT ANY Smiths Lake Field Station APPLIANCES OR TOUCH ANY ELECTICAL SWITCHESOR USE ANY PHOEN IN and included with UNSW THE BUILDING IMMEDIATELY CALL A PLUMBER GAS FITTER OR THE Smiths Lake Field Station STATION MANAGER AND FOLLOW THEIR INSTRUCTIONS User Guide e For outdoor burners inspect gas burners and line before use and check to see that taps work correctly If there is no obvious problem but still strong gas smell turn off gas
44. truction Instruction through SWP signage and via UNSW Smiths Lake Field Station User Guide 10b List competency of Assessor Inducted by previous UNSW Field Station Manager 11 Supervisory approval And review Supervisor Signature Responsibility for SWP review Frank Hemmings Date of review 29 01 2014 Smiths Lake User Guide v 1 2 21 07 2014 A US TR ALIA HS017 oe UN SW HS Risk management form For additional information refer to HS329 Risk Management Procedure Faculty Division SCIENCE School Unit SCHOOL OF BEES Document number Initial Issue date Current version Current Version Next review date PM130821 21 08 2013 1 0 Issue date 21 08 2013 21 08 2014 Risk management Use of unpowered watercraft name Form completed by Penny McCracken Signature Date 21 08 2013 Responsible supervisor authorising officer Signature Date Identify the activity and the location of the activity Identify who may be at risk from the activity Description Use of unpowered watercraft such as canoes kayaks This may include fellow workers visitors contractors and the public The types of people may of activity paddleboards affect the risk controls needed and the location may affect the number of people at risk Description Smiths Lake of location Persons at risk Users of Smiths lake research Station How they were Direct consultation given a copy of th
45. turn the burner off depress and turn the knob clockwise fully oap 11 Lighting the griddle Ensure you read the safety information before proceeding b Locate the GRIDDLE control knob corresponding to the griddle c Depress the knob slightly and turn to PILOT position d Push the knob in and hold Immediately light the Pilot burner located through the open cut hole beside the corresponding knob Continue holding down the knob for 10 seconds after the pilot is lit before releasing the knob e Pilot burner should remain lit If it goes out repeat from step 3 Set the burner at the desired flame by turning the knob clockwise or anti clockwise to HIGH or LOW flame To turn the burner off depress and turn the knob clockwise fully 6 List emergency shutdown procedures Shut off at gas shut off switch at base of oven or if unsafe to do so at main gas supply cylinder outside kitchen 7 List Emergency procedures for how to deal with fires spills or exposure to hazardous substances In the event of fire fire extinguishers and fire blankets are located throughout the station 8 List Clean up and waste disposal requirements NA 9 List legislation used in the development of this SWP w f g Work Health and Safety Act 2011 Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 OHS406 Fieldwork Guidelines OHS432 Manual Handling Guide OHS706 Guide to Safe Manual Handling 10a List competency required qualifications certificates licensing
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