3.23 HIGHLY FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS AND GASES 3.23.1 There is a requirement for the use of highly flammable liquids and gases both by and pupils. In the case of pupils this may range from the use of gas appliances in Design Technology to the use of substances when carrying out experiments in science lessons. 3.23.2 Whether a highly flammable liquid or a gas, the substance will be treated as hazardous and a COSHH assessment will be carried out as needed. The use of these substances will be in accordance with the requirements of the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002. 3.23.3. The Facilities Manager is the person responsible for fire safety will monitor that departments are using and handling highly flammable liquids and gases correctly in accordance with the COSHH assessment, risk assessment and in compliance with the Fire Risk Assessment. Highly Flammable Liquids 3.23.4 Stocks of highly flammable liquids will be kept to a minimum and will be strictly controlled by the head or the department, which requires their use. They will be stored in secured containers meeting the requirements identified for storage of the particular liquid in its relevant COSHH assessment. Its storage and use will also be in accordance with the requirements of the Fire Risk Assessment for that particular area. 3.23.5. In addition to the COSHH assessment, the use of the liquid will be included in the general risk assessment for the activity in which it is used. Should this be where the liquid is used by a pupil during a lesson (science experiments for example) the risk assessment will pay particular attention to the level of supervision required during the lesson. 3.23.6 Wherever highly flammable liquids are used on site, fire resistant absorbent material is to be available to soak up any spillages of the liquid. Should the use of this absorbent material be required the Facilities Manager is to be notified so that the contaminated material used can be disposed of and replaced. Highly Flammable gases Bottled gases 3.23.7 Highly flammable bottled gases may on occasion be required for maintenance purposes or during Design Technology lessons. 3.23.8 As with the use of highly flammable liquids, bottles gases will be strictly controlled by the head or the department, which requires their use. They will be stored in secured containers meeting the requirements identified for
3.26 LEGIONELLOSIS 3.26.1 JHS realises the risks posed by contracting Legionnaires Disease. Legionella bacteria are common and can be found naturally in environmental water sources such as rivers, lakes and reservoirs, usually in low numbers, but they can colonise manufactured water systems. 3.26.2 The JHS will ensure that all appropriate measures are taken to prevent the spread of the Legionella bacteria throughout our premises. 3.26.3 We will ensure that all Air Conditioning, Air Cooling systems and Heating and Plumbing systems are regularly maintained and inspected, and that a record of such inspections is kept. 3.26.4 An assessment of the risk from exposure to Legionella bacteria has been carried out externally by the school maintenance contractor , which has provided a management plan for its control that is implemented by the Facilities Manager. 3.26.5 The symptoms associated with the presence of the Legionella bacteria, are similar to of flu, yet can develop into a form of Pneumonia and Legionnaires Disease/Pontiac Fever. Anyone experiencing such symptoms should report them immediately. By monitoring and maintaining records of such reports harmful bacteria may be detected, and the appropriate measures taken to eradicate them. 3.26.6 Smoking increases a person’s vulnerability to the Legionella bacteria. JHS operates a ‘No Smoking’ policy throughout site and endeavours to encourage all to give up or reduce their smoking levels. 3.26.7 Any maintenance staff required to work on, or maintain equipment, where the bacteria may gather or be suspected of incubating will be required to wear suitable protective clothing and equipment such as respiratory protection etc, as identified as a requirement during the risk assessment for the task. Where such a risk is suspected it may be necessary to have microbiological monitoring carried out to confirm the presence or absence of the bacteria. 3.27 LONE WORKING 3.27.1 The definition of lone workers, is those who work by themselves without close or direct supervision. This could include something as simple as a member of staff working late in our offices for example (accidents can still happen in an office environment). 3.27.2 JHS has a responsibility for health, safety and welfare at work of employees and the health and safety of those affected by the work. These responsibilities cannot be transferred to people who work alone. We will assess the risks to lone workers and will take steps to avoid or control the risks where necessary. Any member of staff intending to work alone must
3.40.2 Any problems connected with temporary or casual staff should be reported to the Head (in the case of teaching staff) or the School Business Manager (in the case of non teaching staff) via the Head of Faculty where the individual concerned is working, so that remedial action can be taken. 3.40.3 Where temporary or casual staff are required and they could have unsupervised access to children, JHS will require a copy of their Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure prior to starting work on site. Temporary Staff 3.40.4 Before employing a temporary member of staff JHS will provide the following information to that person or agency: (a) The qualifications and skills required to do the work safely, Any health surveillance (when applicable) to be provided to the temporary worker under statutory provisions, (c) The to health and safety identified by the risk assessments, (d) Any preventive measures to be taken, (e) Safe working procedures to be used, (f) The identity of the competent person taking charge during an Emergency The specific features of the job which relate to the employee’s safety, Measures taken to comply with statutory provisions, (i) The nominated person in their work area responsible for implementing evacuation procedures. 3.40.5 JHS will ensure that the employee is competent to do the work required and will make arrangements for health surveillance (if required) to be conducted prior to the employee starting work. Casual Employees 3.40.6 JHS has a duty to conduct its business to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that casual employees are not exposed to risks to their health and safety. 3.40.7 The school also has a duty to provide casual staff with instructions and information relating to any to a person’s health and safety which arise out of the company’s undertaking.