Hazard Identification Risk Description Risk Control Improvement Action Evaluation Residual Risk Level Activity Hazard Risk Likelihood ranking Consequence ranking Risk Level Control Measures Responsibility Likelihood ranking Consequence ranking Risk Level List the tasks required to perform the activity in the sequence they are undertaken and describe the hazard. Against the activity list the thing that could cause an injury. Against each hazard list the harm that occur, i.e. what can happen, how can it happen and how likely is it that it will happen. Refer Pg 4 Table 2 Pg 4 Table 3 Refer Pg 4 Table 1 List the control measures necessary to eliminate or reduce the risk of harm so far as is practicable against each identified hazard. Note if control measures implemented Reference to the hierarchy of control is mandatory. Refer Table 4 PPE, security, aid and emergency requirements Improvement Notice # as appropriate Timeframe Refer Pg 4 Table 2 Refer Pg 4 Table 3 Pg 4 Table 1 Accessing nursery Personal security and safety Intruder on site; hazardous substances used nearby or spilled; Report attendance to GCRBG operational staff and/or Friends on Duty and sign in and out of attendance book Activities recorded by Daily Team leader in Nursery Diary GCCC operational staff to install hazard notices where appropriate General nursery activities – weeding, pruning, mulching, propagating, watering, raking, staking plants and similar activities. Uneven surfaces Slippery surfaces Sloping surfaces Volunteer trips or slips on nursery surfaces, access paths, steps, or incorrectly stored items and materials (including hoses) 3 2 M Participants wear closed shoes, recommend non-slip soles. Draw attention when additional caution necessary (eg sloping tracks or wet paths) Stay on defined pathways Manage participant movement, prevent running or crowding. Limit amount of materials and weight carried by participants. Pathways and nursery surfaces are kept clear of debris Routine facilities inspection every A.M Access to be improved by GCCC 3 1 L
General nursery activities (as above) Potting media Participant in contact with potential pathogens in potting mixes (incl Legionella bacetria) 3 3 M Participants instructed in safe handling methods and risks; F of GCRBG Daily Team Leader to take recommended precautions and open potting mix bags in advance and leave in open ventilated area; Potting mix maintained at minimum risk according to Material Safety Data Sheet; Volunteers advised to use Gloves and masks during mixing and handling procedures Gloves and masks provided for participants identified as at risk Work in well ventilated location Maintain moisture in potting media to reduce risk of pathogens 1 2 L General nursery activities (as above) Dangerous goods Eg. Methylated spirits for tool sterilisation; low toxicity pesticides and herbicides; sterilisation liquids; Fertilisers; Participation in hands on activities 1 5 M Storage and handling procedures responsibility of Friends Team Coordinator (eg separate storage where necessary) only participants trained in working methods to handle Dangerous Goods MSDS on site 1 2 L General Nursery Activities (as above) Overhanging branches Participants injured by overhanging or falling branches 2 3 M Gardens Maintenance Policy requires regular assessment of Pre activity review of weather conditions in advance 1 3 L
General nursery activities (as Site equipment and machinery Participant endangered by contact with staff garden works – includes garden buggies, mowers, and other garden equipment 2 4 M Only authorized GCRBG staff or trained and inducted volunteers operate vehicles Only authorized staff operate machinery and service vehicles. Delivery drivers advised of site access and meeting arranged Keys removed from switches when unattended; No work equipment left unattended; Barriers and warning are installed prior to any works commencing; All equipment maintained to comply with standards Gardens staff wear high visibility uniforms and have identification; Risk assessment undertaken prior to commencement of works Contractors are advised of site safety regulations Machinery and equipment equipped with Safety Beacons 1 2 L General nursery activities (as above) Participants exposed to dangerous people Or unsociable behaviour Undesirable people approach participants; Participants attempt to intervene in situations where in appropriate behaviour occurring; 2 2 L Participants work in groups; Participants advised not to intervene in potentially dangerous situations; 1 1 L