Tasks Hazards (Step 3) Associated risks (Step 4) Existing risk controls Risk rating with existing controls * (Step 5) Additional risk controls required (Step 6) Risk Rating with additional controls * (Step 7) C L R C L R Working with computers 1.Ergonomic: Poor posture Excessive duration in a seated position Incorrect setup of workstation Glare Repetitive movements Physical injury/ strain, especially to high risk areas: hands, wrists, arms, neck, shoulder and back. Eye strain All staff are students are provided with the UNSW Setting up your Workstation guide (OHS705) and Workstation Checklist (OHS114) to conduct their own workstation assessment (in SPHCM OHS guidelines folder) All staff and students must complete the online UNSW Ergonomic training course” (NB. Supervisor’s responsibility to this) Adjustable chairs, desks and ergonomic accessories such as document holders are available for staff to use Individual staff and students are responsible for taking breaks and doing stretches Staff and students are advised to report any symptoms to supervisor or OHS representative ASAP 2 C Medium Working with computers 2. Electrical Electrical shock Fire Burns Physical injury from tripping over cords Inspection, Testing and Monitoring Procedure Testing and tagging program Individual RCD’s on specific equipment Regular workplace inspections Observe UNSW Preventing 2 E Low
Slips, Trips and Falls guidelines Working with other office equipment e.g. photocopiers, printers, fax, electronic stapler, electronic paper folder, paper shaker, Scanner, binder Exposure to Toner Electrical Irritation to skin, eyes Electrical shock Physical injury Ensure photocopiers are located in well ventilated areas When refilling paper follow UNSW Manual handling Guidelines OHS 901: (HS_SWP_02 SPHCM lifting and moving) Safety Data Sheets for toner supplies Electrical Inspection, Testing and Monitoring Procedure Testing and tagging program Individual RCD’s on specific equipment if required Regular workplace inspections Training and instruction given 2 E Low Working with shredders, laminators, guillotines Sharp edges Moving parts Pinch points Hot parts Cuts Entanglement Physical injury Ensure covers prevent people having access to moving parts or blades during operation Do not insert items other than those allowed by the operating manual Do not operate with loose clothing or jewellery. People with long hair must tie it back. Safe work procedures for office 2 E Low
Workplace inspections to identify slip and trip hazards UNSW After hours guideline OHS322 Swipe card access only after hours Using kitchen appliances for preparing food & drinks Boiling water from urn Hot surfaces with sandwich maker / toaster Food getting caught in toaster Overheating food in microwave Using cleaning chemicals Electrical Burns from hot water or touching hot surfaces Severe scalding from superheated food & fluids Irritation to skin, eyes, chemical burns. Electrical shocks/ burns Signage put up in kitchen to remind people e.g. “Caution: Hot Water” etc. Microwaves should not be placed at high levels Annual tagging and testing of electrical equipment 2 E Low Thermal comfort in offices Excessive heat Lack of ventilation / air flow Heat exhaustion Dehydration Headaches Fainting Dizziness Providing fans and opening doors, windows and vents where practical; Providing water Wearing lighter and loose fitting clothing during hot weather Monitor staff for signs of heat distress 2 C Medium Working after business hours or working alone Walking to and from your vehicle /transport alone or in the dark Risk of being physically assaulted Follow UNSW Working After Hours Guideline OHS322 Use well-lit areas like the University Walk to access car/bus Try to walk in groups or pairs 2 C Medium
Rest breaks, exercise, and task rotation Manual handling aids provided e.g. Trolleys available from level 2 and level 3 SPHCM reception areas Early intervention addressing risks when identified Emergency Evacuation Safe and timely evacuation Slips, trips and falls Physical injury Training of floor and building wardens Practise evacuation drills Regular testing of building Early Warning Intercommunication System (EWIS) EM050 Emergency Procedures @ UNSW Emergency information and Evacuation procedures available in SPHCM offices, kitchen areas and Evacuation maps at main exit points 2 C Medium Non-standard issues Exposure to toxic substances: Asbestos Smoking Building work and maintenance Physical injury SPHCM is asbestos free (inspection report on file) Smoking in not permitted in SPHCM (OHS 668) Building contractors and maintenance staff are required to adhere to UNSW safe work practices (OHS 801)