controls) 002 Manual Handling Admin Areas: Office supplies Teaching Areas: Bench projectors materials Laboratory Areas: Tools and Soil Cement Concrete test pieces Chemical Who is harmed: Staff members Students Sensitive risk groups: Manual injuries e.g. back injury Slips, trips, falls All compliant with and adhere to mandatory manual handling training Mechanical aids and lifting equipment in use e.g. trolleys, hoists Safety ladder/step stools available for access to height Manual handling risk assessments available to all staff, contact local Occupational Health Officer Good housekeeping Safe work environment Implement team lifting where required Adequate lighting maintained Assistance from colleagues - team lifting Report issues and health concerns to Line manager Heavy items not stored above shoulder height Lift available in the main Bolton Street building Maintain current controls Refresher training to be carried out where necessary Implement an inspection and maintenance programme for mechanical aids, lifting equipment and safety ladders/step stools With current controls: L With Actions applied: L All staff Head of School Ongoing 1st March 2014
young persons pregnant people with disabilities PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 003 Work Equipment: See below for equipment risk assessments for each laboratory Ref 055-073 See below for equipment risk assessments for each laboratory Ref 055-073 See below for equipment risk assessments for each laboratory Ref 055-073 See below for equipment risk assessments for each laboratory Ref 055-073 PHYSICAL
Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 004 Manually Operated Hand Pliers Hammers Hand-saws Wrenches Snips Who is harmed: Staff members Students Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant people with disabilities Cuts and lacerations Blunt trauma/impact Eye injuries Hand tools kept clean, sharp and in good condition Hand tools visually checked before each use Defects reported and faulty tools taken out of use First-aid kit provided Mandatory training for staff in one day Emergency First-Aid course Information and training provided in safe use of hand tools Inspection and maintenance programme for hand Supervision of students by staff Adequate lighting to ensure good visibility for work tasks Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied: L All staff and students Ongoing
Inspection and maintenance programme for power tools Supervision of students by staff Adequate lighting to ensure good visibility for work tasks PPE provided and worn as required Vice/clamps provided and used as required to secure work pieces Ensure no loose or dangling clothing/personal effects when operating power tools with moving/rotating parts Isolate power before making adjustments or changing accessories Power tools greater than 110 volts are not used in external or damp locations
006 Noise Power tools Cement mixer Sieving machine Hearing loss / damage Disruption/ distraction Interference with communications and warning signals Fatigue Tinnitus Assessment of noise levels carried out Health surveillance provided to relevant Provision of hearing protection Supervision to ensure wearing of hearing protection Information and training with regard to noise and use of hearing protection Signs in place re: noise levels and use of hearing protection Maintain current controls Introduce engineering and administrative controls to control noise or reduce exposure e.g. enclose the source of noise, minimise time spent in noisy areas, job rotation etc. With current controls: M With Actions applied: L Head of School 1st October 2014 PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 007 Structural: Floors Walls Personal Injury Slips, Trips and Falls Collapse Building and associated fixtures and fittings Contact Buildings With current controls: All Staff As necessary
Ceilings Doors Windows Fixtures and fittings: Shelving Furniture Partitions Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Trapping appear to be stable and structurally sound Defects and hazards are reported to the Building Maintenance Manager or through online hazard reporting Office if problems arise Ensure where vision panels on fitted on doors they are not obscured Maintenance and inspection programme to be implemented L With Actions applied: L All staff and students Buildings Office Ongoing Ongoing PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 008 Slips, Trips & Falls from: wet floor conditions All routes kept and unobstructed SOP for cleaning – floors generally cleaned Maintain current controls With current controls: L All staff and students Ongoing
Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities uneven surfaces trailing cables raised obstacles poor lighting poor housekeeping changes in floor levels early morning when most personnel are off site SOP for spillages Use of warning signage where appropriate Report hazards Good cable management Changes in floor levels identified and marked Door mats provided at main entrance Hand-rail on steps/stairs Stair nosing fitted with anti-slip finish Adequate lighting Good housekeeping Buildings Office to ensure upkeep and maintenance of internal and external access and egress routes e.g. walkways, paths, driveways, floors, corridors, steps and stairs. With Actions applied: L Building Maintenance Manager Ongoing PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 009 Access and Egress Opening times are on the DIT website – click Security threats Threats from public Violence / Assault Unwanted visitors Unauthorised access to hazardous areas Front desk in main building is manned at all times by a porter CCTV in common areas Rooms locked when not in use Maintain current controls With current controls: L Buildings Office Ongoing As necessary
Who is harmed: members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Adequate lighting Students have DIT I.D. card Vision panels on doors Entry to laboratories is prohibited without staff supervision; doors are locked when not in use Report suspicious activity to porters Secure personal property Carry out of student I.D. cards Ensure vision panels on are not obscured With Actions applied: L All staff and students All and students Porter on duty All staff Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required checks
010 Office Equipment: Desktop PCs Laptops Printers Scanners Shredders Filing Cabinets Who is harmed: Staff members Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Personal injury due to: chemical contact when changing toner from clearing jams electrical shock/contact with live parts entanglement in moving parts Incorrect disposal Lack of information / training Gloves worn when changing and wash hands after use Power turned off before clearing jams or making adjustments to office equipment Manufacturer’s instructions followed PCs supported and maintained by DIT Information Services Correct disposal of cartridges Ensure no loose or dangling clothing/personal effects when operating equipment with moving/rotating parts e.g. shredder Do not overload electrical sockets Guard in place on guillotine Filing cabinets fitted with ant-tilt mechanism Label defective equipment and report to line manager Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied: L All staff Ongoing
Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Poor posture Back problems Fatigue Eyestrain Thermal discomfort Workstation risk assessments and information and training available from the Health & Safety Office on request Eye tests available for staff at the DIT National Optometry Centre (NOC) Adjustable chairs Window blinds in place Adequate space Adequate storage Good housekeeping Good cable management Adequate building services (heating, lighting ventilation) Follow manufacturer’s instructions for use of equipment Contact Occupational Health Office for assessment of individual workstations Contact NOC for eye test Ensure laptops are not used in place of desktop PCs for prolonged computer work L With Actions applied: L As necessary As necessary Ongoing PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 012 Lifting Equipment N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
N/A PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 013 Transport: Delivery and collection vehicles Injury to person/struck by moving vehicle Entry to the main car-park is controlled by a barrier which is Deliveries to be coordinated with suppliers for off-peak times With current controls: M Head of School and Building Maintenance Manager 1st October 2014
Forklift truck Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Collision with building or structure Unauthorised use of forklift trucks Falling operated by the porter on duty Adequate lighting provided Vehicle reversing is avoided possible Vehicles are braked to prevent movement during loading/unloading Refuse are located away from overhead electrical power lines Forklift truck fitted with lights, flashing beacon, reversing signal and seat belt Forklift truck operated by trained staff only Forklift driver wears hi-vis vest Warning signage in place re: forklift truck operations Forklift truck is operated within the laboratory for short duration only Forklift truck is secured and keys Identify a designated area for the loading/ unloading of Appoint DIT staff member to act as banksman to assist with directing vehicle access/egress and movement around the premises Designated footpath in provided for pedestrians in car-park Inspection and maintenance programme for forklift truck Ensure refresher training takes place for forklift drivers With Actions applied: L
removed when not in use Adequate ventilation during forklift operations indoors Forklift training provided to staff Loads are adequately secured for safe transportation PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 014 Hot Surfaces / Liquids / Solids Catering appliances in staff common room or canteen Kettle Toaster Contact burns Scalds Spillage Warning Signage Heat shielding of hot surfaces Equipment well maintained Use of lids/covers to prevent spillages Maintain current controls Report defects to Buildings Office With current controls: L All staff Ongoing As necessary
Microwave boiler Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant people with disabilities Procedure for dealing with spillages With Actions applied L PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 015 Pressure Systems See Ref 072 Air Compressor See Ref 072 Air Compressor See Ref 072 Air Compressor See Ref 072 Air Compressor See Ref 072 Air Compressor See Ref 072 Air Compressor See Ref 072 Air Compressor
PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 016 Radiation N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 017 Vibration Hand-held power tools Who is harmed: Staff members Students Sensitive risk groups: young persons Damage to nerves and supply Hand Arm vibration exposure “white finger” Carpal tunnel syndrome Whole Body vibration exposure Equipment used and maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions Task rotation used to minimise exposure Regular breaks are taken from use Equipment is mounted and not Source information from manufacturer on vibration exposure levels and maximum times for use Implement engineering controls to reduce vibration levels e.g. dampening materials With current controls: M With Actions applied L Head of School and Technical Officer 1st October 2014
pregnant women people with disabilities hand-held where possible Gloves provided and worn Information and training provided PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 018 Services: Heating Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons Environment too hot or cold Misuse of portable heaters Fire Carbon monoxide poisoning Heating in working Room users can adjust heating levels Service and maintenance carried out regularly by a competent person Combustible materials kept away from direct heat source Heat sources kept clear and free from obstructions Accessible hot pipes are lagged where required Maintain current controls Contact Buildings Office if problems or defects With current controls: L With Actions applied L All staff and students Ongoing As necessary
pregnant women people with disabilities Environmental monitoring from the Health and Safety Office on request Fire detection systems and fire-fighting equipment in place PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 019 Lighting Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: persons pregnant women Inadequate lighting Glare Eye strain Slips, trips , falls Light switches easily accessible Adequate lighting level for nature of work Environmental monitoring available from the Health and Safety Office on request Service and maintenance by competent person Contact Buildings Office if problems or defects arise With current controls: L With Actions applied: L All staff and students As necessary
people with disabilities PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 020 Ventilation and temperature Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Environment too hot or cold Inadequate ventilation Falls from heights from windows Openable windows available for intake of fresh air Blinds in and in working order Suitable equipment/devices available for the opening and closing of high level windows Service and maintenance of ventilation system by competent person Ventilation adequate for nature of the work Office temperature of at least 17.5 degrees Celsius (after one hour of work) Environmental monitoring from the Maintain current controls Contact Buildings Office if problems or defects arise With current controls: L With Actions applied: L All Ongoing As necessary
PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 022 Asbestos N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 023 Confined Spaces N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A PHYSICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 024 Lasers N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 026 Housekeeping Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities trips and falls Increased fire load Falling objects Collisions Fire load (i.e. sources of ignition and fuel ) kept to a minimum All escape routes and emergency exits kept clear and unobstructed Spillages cleaned immediately Wet signs used where required Adequate lighting Adequate waste disposal Lockers available to students for storage of personal belongings Maintain current controls Arrange weekly spot of areas to ensure escape routes and emergency exits are kept clear and unobstructed With current controls: L With Actions applied L All staff and students Head of School Ongoing Ongoing OPERATIONAL Risk(s) Associated / Control Measures Risk H/M/L Target Date / Further
Ref Hazard Description (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Status Current Controls Actions Required 027 Cleaning Who is harmed: members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Lack of cleanliness or hygiene Manual handling injury Exposure to hazardous substances Spillages: slips, trips and falls Lack of/inappropriate PPE cleaning schedule in place Signage (e.g. wet floor signs) available and used Proper storage of cleaning equipment and cleaning substances Proper labeling of cleaning agents Use of appropriate cleaning equipment Report defects and hazards Information and training for cleaning staff SOPs in place by cleaning contractors PPE provided and used/worn by cleaning Maintain controls With current controls: L With Actions applied L Cleaning staff and supervisors (Noonan contractors) Ongoing OPERATIONAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required
028 Waste Disposal & Removal General waste Chemical/hazardous waste Request Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Waste accumulation Fire Spillages Odour Vermin Ill-health Environmental damage General and recycling bins present Dispose of waste appropriately in bins /containers provided Segregate as appropriate Waste is kept away from sources of ignition General removed on a regular basis by cleaning contractors Hazardous is labeled and is stored in a safe designated area while awaiting removal Hazardous waste is removed by specialist contractors with a valid permit Appropriate PPE provided and worn for waste handling Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied: L All and students Contractors Ongoing OPERATIONAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required
029 Signage and Documentation Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: persons pregnant people with disabilities Lack of knowledge regarding safety and emergency procedures The following signage is in place: Emergency Exit Emergency First-Aid Procedure Evacuation plan Fire Action Notice Point List of trained Safety Notice point No Smoking Emergency contact numbers Refuge point Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment (PPE) Hazard warning (where appropriate) Maintain current controls and update signage as required Observe signage in place With current controls: L With Actions applied: L Head of School and Building Maintenance Manager Staff, students, visitors, contractors/ service providers Ongoing OPERATIONAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 030 Incidents Hazard Reporting Lack of supplies kit available in each laboratory Attend training for staff in ERT and With current controls: All staff As required
First-Aid Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Lack of trained Lack of knowledge/skills in the event of an incident No reporting of incident(s) No reporting of hazards Incident report book available at the front desk All incidents to be reported immediately and an incident report form completed First-aid supplies available from Health & Safety Office on request Training for staff in Emergency Response and First-aid List of trained available at Emergency first-aid procedure posted AED available at the front desk Individuals trained in use of the AED Online hazard reporting facility available as per DIT Policy Ensure adequate number of staff trained in first-aid L With Actions applied L Head of School Ongoing OPERATIONAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 031 Work at Height Access to goods stored at a height Falls from height Overturning Objects Appropriate work equipment is used where work at height cannot be avoided Maintain current controls With current controls: H Head of School and Technician
Opening high level windows Ladder and prefabricated mobile access used by technician when setting up structural tests in laboratory Who is harmed: members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant people with disabilities Ladder and mobile access tower used only be technician Technician erects and dismantles mobile access tower as required Manufacturer’s instructions are followed for use of mobile access Mobile access tower is fitted with adequate guard rails and castors have brakes Safe working load displayed Work at height equipment is checked before use, defects are reported and unsafe equipment is taken out of use Mobile access is used indoors only and on stable ground Ladders are only used for work of short duration (no longer than 30 mins) Ladder is kept in good condition, used on a firm surface and tied at the top or stabilized at the bottom Implement an inspection and maintenance programme for work at height equipment Technician to undergo FÁS CSCS Mobile Tower training course With Actions applied M Technician 1st 2014
Materials stored at height are secured and work are kept free of loose materials Use of chairs /tables for access to height is prohibited Suitable equipment/devices available for the opening and closing of high level windows OPERATIONAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 032 Out of Access / Lone Working No out of hours access occurs by staff and students in the School Violence Inability to make contact in the event of an emergency etc. Unauthorised access Locked into building The front desk in the main building is manned at all times by a porter card access in place at main entrances to the E-Block and Bolton Street buildings CCTV in common areas Rooms locked when not in use Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied L Head of School and Building Maintenance Manager Ongoing
Staff may work alone from time to time in offices during normal opening hours Vision panels fitted on doors of building conducted by porter as part of closing down procedure Building opening/closing times posted on DIT website Laboratories and offices equipped with telephones Access to laboratories by students is prohibited without staff supervision, doors kept under lock and key when not in use OPERATIONAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 033 Trips/Travel Site visits Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Injuries Medical emergencies Accidents and incidents Missing persons Substance Road traffic accidents Inclement weather Site terrain DIT Trip Guidelines in place Separate trip risk assessment template completed for each trip /travel and control measures implemented Health and safety information provided to trip participants Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied: L All staff and students Ongoing
Sensitive risk groups: persons pregnant women people with disabilities Exposure to physical/chemical/ biological agents Human factors eLearning programme available to participants Adequate supervision of students Provision of PPE appropriate Adherence to local/site rules OPERATIONAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 034 Work Placement Work Placement is not carried out for students in the School N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
OPERATIONAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 035 Events Hosting Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Injuries Accidents and incidents Unfamiliar with DIT premises and emergency plans Specific risk assessment carried out for each event and control measures implemented Emergency in place with regard to evacuation and first-aid Report all incidents and accidents to DIT Provide relevant health and safety information to event participants Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied: L Head of School and all staff Ongoing
OPERATIONAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 036 Conferences / Seminars Who is harmed: members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Travel to and from Road traffic accidents Unfamiliar with venue Medical emergency Missing persons Taxi vouchers available to staff for travel in Dublin Staff obey rules of the road if driving or cycling Adequate insurance, tax and NCT on vehicles used for transport Familiarise yourself with local emergency procedures and first-aid arrangements Report defects and incidents to venue management Approval for attendance to be sought from Line Manager as per DIT procedures Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied: L All staff Ongoing
HUMAN FACTORS Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 039 Sensitive Work Groups: Young Persons open days First year students under the age of 18 Lack of training and experience Lack of familiarity with DIT work environment, work practices and emergency Exposure to special risks: Physical agents Chemical agents Biological agents Hours of work Induction programme for all new students Supervision of students by staff DIT Protection Policy DIT emergency plans in place Student support services available Garda vetting in place for staff Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied: L Head of School and all staff Ongoing
FACTORS Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 040 Sensitive Work Groups: People with Disabilities Poor access/egress Difficulty with evacuation No risk assessment (RA) completed Specific risk assessment carried out for individuals on a case by case basis by Health & Safety Office Personal Emergency Egress Plan (PEEP) completed where necessary Reasonable accommodation identified in risk assessment Lift present and in working order in the main building Disability Support Service available Accessible toilet available Health & Safety induction available to new staff and students with disabilities to contact Occupational Health Officer Rosie Cannon to ensure a risk assessment is carried out. Advise visitors to the School to notify DIT host in advance of any special needs With current controls: L With Actions applied: L Staff and students Head of School As necessary As necessary HUMAN FACTORS Control Measures
Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 041 Sensitive Work Groups: New Recruits Lack of experience Lack of training Accidents and incidents Lack of training and experience Lack of familiarity with DIT work environment, work practices and emergency plans Induction available for new staff Line Manager induction specific to local department Mandatory training to be completed as soon as possible after recruitment Supervision of new staff Maintain current controls Consider assigning a mentor/buddy to new recruits With current controls: L With Actions applied: L Head of School Ongoing HUMAN FACTORS Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required
043 Sensitive Work Groups: Postgraduate Students Lack of experience Lack of training Accidents and incidents Lack of familiarity with DIT work environment, work practices and emergency plans Lone working Induction programme for students Supervisor local induction specific to school Mandatory health and safety training to be completed Adequate supervision of work tasks Out of working policy in place Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied L Head of School Ongoing HUMAN FACTORS Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 044 Stress Health effects – physical and mental Communication between students and management Maintain current controls With current controls: Head of School Ongoing
Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities DIT staff and students report suspect individuals to porter on duty Adequate lighting Policy for lone working/out of hours access in place Rooms locked when not in use Lockers provided to students for safe keeping of personal belongings CCTV in common and signage in place Vision panels fitted on doors Laboratories and offices equipped with telephones With Actions applied: L HUMAN FACTORS Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 046 Bullying & Harassment Who is harmed: Staff members Students Effects on physical and mental well-being DIT Dignity at Work: Anti Bullying & Harassment Policy in place Dignity at Work contact persons available Ensure compliance with policies and procedures in place Maintain current controls With current controls: L Staff and students Ongoing
Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Dignity at Work training programme for Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) in DIT Procedure for complaints and investigations Student support services available With Actions applied: L HUMAN FACTORS Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 047 Welfare Facilities: Sanitary Facilities Staff room Canteen Who is harmed: members Students Inadequate facilities No potable water No means for boiling water/heating food No seating/resting area No hand-washing facilities room/canteen present with seating facilities Drinking available Hot and cold water available in sanitary facilities Accessible toilet available Care to be with hot surfaces, hot drinks and boiling water With current controls: L With Actions applied L Staff and students Ongoing
Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Adequate sanitary facilities available Hand-washing facilities adequate FACTORS Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 048 Visitors Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Lack of experience Lack of training Injuries Accidents and incidents Lack of familiarity with DIT work environment, work practices and emergency plans Front desk manned at all times by porter Visitors report to front desk Safety booklets and safety wallet cards available at front desk Safety signage throughout building with regard to emergency procedures Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied: L All and visitors Ongoing
Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant people with disabilities Hazardous/restricted marked with warning and PPE signs Risk assessments completed for specific events where groups of visitors are expected CCTV in common Deliveries handled by Goods Inwards Visitors briefed on emergency procedures by person they are visiting HUMAN FACTORS Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 049 Contractors / Service Providers Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: Unfamiliar with DIT buildings and safety procedures Injury to contractors, staff, students, members of the public Front desk is manned by a porter Contractors/service providers to sign-in at front desk Contractors/service providers to complete online eLearning programme Contractors/service providers to carry out risk assessments and task-specific method statements and submit to Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied: L Head of School and service providers Ongoing
young persons pregnant women people with disabilities DIT in advance of work being carried out Deliveries handled by DIT Goods Inwards Officer HUMAN FACTORS Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 050 Behaviour Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons Aggression Violence Stress Bullying Harassment Noise Disturbance Horseplay DIT Dignity at Work: Anti Bullying & Harassment Policy in place Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) in place Occupational Stress Management Policy & Procedures in place Training courses available on Stress Management, personal skills etc. to staff Follow procedures in DIT’s Dignity at Work: Anti Bullying & Harassment Policy With current controls: L With Actions applied: L Staff and students Ongoing
pregnant women people with disabilities All incidents are reported immediately DIT Disciplinary procedures in DIT Procedure for the Resolution of Disputes/Grievances in place FACTORS Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 051 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) White coats/ overalls Gloves Safety footwear Hard hats Dust masks Ear protectors Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Improper fit and use Incorrect type Poor maintenance Lack of training Exposure to physical agents or hazardous substances trips and falls Lack of awareness of PPE requirements Contamination Appropriate selection of PPE Consultation with staff on selection of PPE Inspection and maintenance programme for PPE Defective PPE reported and taken out of use Proper storage for reusable PPE Training, information and supervision in wear and use Signage in place to indicate mandatory PPE Follow manufacturer’s instructions Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied: L Staff and students Ongoing
CHEMICAL Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 053 Use of natural gas from bench taps in laboratory Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Contractors/service providers Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Inhalation of gas Fire Leak Explosion Adequate ventilation Inspection and maintenance programme for gas fittings and lines to identify defects/damage First-aid kit provided Mandatory training for staff – one day Emergency course, Emergency Response, and Gas Safety Fire detection system and equipment in place Gas valve provided Students are supervised by Maintain current controls Installation of a gas detection/ alarm system With current controls: M With Actions applied L Head of School and Building Maintenance Manager Ongoing 1st October 2014
controls) Current Controls Actions Required 055 CEMENT MIXER Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant people with disabilities Hearing damage Electric shock Skin contact with cement Moving parts Manual handling Inhalation of dust falling over when in operation Equipment used and maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions Training and information provided to students by staff members Students supervised by staff members First-aid kit available in workshop Staff trained in 1 day Emergency First-aid course Use of appropriate protective clothing and equipment (PPE) and signage in place Emergency procedure posted Good housekeeping standards maintained Maintain current controls SOP to be developed for use of cement mixer With current controls: M With Actions applied: M 1st October 2014
controls) 057 HAND TOOLS Hammers Hand-saws Wrenches Snips Who is harmed: Staff members Students Sensitive risk groups: persons pregnant people with disabilities Cuts and lacerations Blunt trauma/impact Puncture wounds Eye injuries Hand tools kept clean, sharp and in good condition Hand tools visually checked before each use Defects reported and faulty tools taken out of use kit provided Mandatory training for staff in one day Emergency First-Aid course Information and training provided in safe use of hand tools Inspection and maintenance programme for hand tools Supervision of students by staff Adequate lighting to ensure good visibility for work tasks PPE provided and worn as required Edges of sharp hand tools Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied: L All staff and students Ongoing
Equipment is CE marked A safe working zone is defined Equipment is visually checked for defects before use and unsafe equipment taken out of use Adequate lighting appropriate to work tasks Hazard warning signs in place Technician carries out loading and clamping of test pieces Clamping mechanism in place for test pieces LABORATORY EQUIPMENT: Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 059 Hand-arm vibration Equipment used and maintained in accordance with Maintain current controls With current controls: 1st October 2014
CONCRETE VIBRATOR POKER Who is harmed: members Students Visitors Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Physical strain Skin irritation Electric shock manufacturer’s instructions Training and information provided to students by staff members Students supervised by members Task rotation used to minimise exposure First-aid kit available in workshop trained in manual handling and emergency first-aid Use of appropriate PPE and signage in place Emergency procedure posted Inspection and maintenance programme Equipment turned off before making adjustments SOP to be developed Restrict use of poker to short durations Consider use of anti-vibration gloves M With Actions applied: L
Equipment is CE marked Equipment is visually checked for defects before use and unsafe equipment taken out of use Adequate lighting appropriate to work Hand-washing facilities in Equipment is 110v and fitted with RCD lead kept in good condition assessment carried out and health surveillance provided to relevant staff LABORATORY EQUIPMENT: Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required
060 SOLDERING Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Burns Fire Inhalation of fumes/soldering flux Accidental ingestion of solder constituents Use of equipment by students is prohibited without staff supervision Equipment is used and maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions Equipment is visually checked before each use, defects are reported and damaged taken out of use Soldering irons are kept in a clean condition Appropriate PPE is provided and worn Fire detection and fire-fighting equipment in place Hand-washing facilities provided Eating and drinking in laboratories is prohibited A vice, pliers, tweezers or clamps is used for holding components to be soldered Maintain current controls Ensure flux is used where possible Inspection and maintenance programme for soldering equipment Local exhaust ventilation for workstations where soldering is carried out With current controls: M With Actions applied: L Head of School and Technical Officer 1st October 2014
Use of appropriate protective clothing and equipment (PPE) and signage in place Emergency procedure posted Inspection and maintenance programme Equipment turned off before cleaning or making adjustments leads kept in good condition Equipment is visually checked for defects before use and unsafe equipment taken out of use LABORATORY EQUIPMENT: Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required
a crack in the test piece LABORATORY EQUIPMENT: Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 065 CUBE CRUSHER Manual handling related injuries Electric Equipment used and maintained in accordance with Maintain current controls With current controls: M 1st October 2014
Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Falling loads Contact with moving parts High pressure/ forces manufacturer’s instructions Training and information provided to students by members Students supervised by members First-aid kit available in workshop Staff trained in manual handling and emergency first-aid Use of appropriate PPE and signage in place Emergency procedure posted Inspection and maintenance programme Equipment turned off before making adjustments Equipment is CE marked SOP to be developed for cube crusher With Actions applied: M
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT: Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 066 GLASSWARE Who is harmed: Staff members Cuts Lacerations Exposure to chemicals Glassware is of laboratory grade and fit for purpose Glassware checked before each use and Maintain current controls With current controls: L All staff and students Ongoing
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT: Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 067 BUNSEN BURNERS Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Burns Fire Explosion Inhalation of gas Gas outlets are piped from an outside source to central supply of natural gas which is odorized for safety reasons Information and training provided to students by staff on the safe use of Bunsen burners Prior to use, gas tubing is checked for damage Loose clothing and dangling jewellery is avoided and long hair is tied back Maintain current controls With current controls: M With Actions applied: M Ongoing
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT: Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 068 FUME CUPBOARDS Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Sensitive risk groups: persons pregnant women people with disabilities Exposure to chemicals – inhalation and skin contact Poor posture Fume cupboards are fit for purpose and are installed, used and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions Each fume cupboard has a unique identification number which is clearly marked on all parts of the system Students are trained in the use of fume cupboards Operator’s manual available Fume cupboards are checked before use, defects are reported and unsafe equipment is taken out of use Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied: L Ongoing
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT: Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 070 HOT AIR/ HEAT GUN Burns Electric shock Equipment used and maintained in Maintain current controls Ongoing
Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities accordance with manufacturer’s instructions Heat gun used at a safe distance from flammable and combustible materials Heat gun is visually inspected before each use and defects reported Equipment turned off and unplugged when not in use Heat gun allowed to cool before stored away Heat gloves provided and worn Students supervised by First-aid kit available Inspection and maintenance programme to be implemented SOP to be developed With current controls: M With Actions applied: M All staff and students 1st October 2014
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT: Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 072 AIR COMPRESSOR Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant people with disabilities Noise Failure of parts Air compressor is strictly only used by technician Equipment is used and maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions Appropriate PPE is worn Equipment is visually checked before each use and unsafe equipment is out of use The maximum safe working pressure is clearly marked Maintain current controls Implement an inspection and maintenance programme With current controls: M With Actions applied: M Technician Technician Ongoing 1st October 2014
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT: Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 074 BATH Who is harmed: members Students Visitors Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Burns/scalds Electric shock Slips from spillages Water bath is used and maintained in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions bath is visually inspected before each use and defects reported Water bath is never left unattended when in use Water bath is turned off and unplugged when not in use Water bath is fitted with temperature control and thermostat safety cut-out Tongs are used to add/remove items from the water bath bath is allowed to heat slowly and to Maintain current controls With current controls: L With Actions applied: L All staff and students Ongoing
a build-up of pressure Heated liquids are allowed stand for at least 1 minute before removing from the microwave Gloves and safety glasses are worn when removing hot liquids from microwave Spillages are cleaned up immediately Laboratory microwave is not used for heating foodstuffs First-aid kit available Fire detection and fire-fighting equipment in LABORATORY EQUIPMENT: Ref Hazard Risk(s) Associated / Description Control Measures Risk H/M/L (with controls) Person(s) Responsible Target Date / Status Current Controls Further Actions Required 073 ANAEROBIC DIGESTER Burns from hot surfaces System is enclosed with insulated pipes Maintain current controls With current controls: Ongoing
Who is harmed: Staff members Students Visitors Sensitive risk groups: young persons pregnant women people with disabilities Contamination or infection from slurry samples System is located within fume cupboard with warning signage Anaerobic digester is only used for limited periods and is kept under strict supervision of staff Restricted access in place for students undertaking final year projects Procedure in for the refilling of slurry samples Appropriate PPE is worn Eating and drinking in laboratories is prohibited Hand-washing facilities provided Students supervised by staff First-aid kit available SOP to be developed Implement an inspection and maintenance programme With actions applied: 1st October 2014