2: This list is provided to assist in the identification of possible hazards and controls for work. It is for reference purposes only and is not to be submitted. Because of the diverse nature of activities at Charles Darwin University, this document is not intended to be comprehensive or exhaustive. You are expected to address all hazards and controls for your work on a case-by case basis. CATEGORY Possible hazards and associated risks Control measures that may apply Field Work party size composition novice/experienced fitness medical conditions limit numbers supervision ratio training briefings mentor system ”buddy” system pre-commencement “fitness” “wellness” check Travel route location location and distance time to get there/return lost Plan your trip Maps Mark your trail leave a note with the vehicle use a local guide Overseas cultural considerations disease political climate personal security and safety Check local customs and cultural etiquette Register on SmartTraveller get vaccinations get permissions read and abide by CDU Code of Conduct check use/carriage rules for alcohol and other drugs Maintain high level of vigilance and security ”Buddy” system Do not travel or work alone Urban survey Location and distance Lost Local cultural etiquette General behaviour Permission to enter Personal security and safety Harassment, assault Other__________________  Be at all times. If you feel unsafe, head for a well-populated area. Where possible work with at least one other person. Walk confidently and keep to well-lit and populated Organise a central meeting or rally point for groups to gather at the end of the activity and/or in case of emergency. Leave any area safely if there is any form of violence or civil unrest underway or there is an imminent possibility of that threat. Do not enter any property unless permitted by the owner. Do not enter a private residence unless all the occupants are well known to you Walk against the flow of traffic Be wary if someone in a car stops and asks you for directions and keep a safe distance from the car. Check timetables to limit waiting periods at public transport stops. Report any suspicious, offensive or illegal behaviour immediately to the police. Vehicles, and machinery drive Boat quad bike/ ATV trailer bus and vehicle  Licenced or appropriately trained operator pre-use condition check take regular breaks to avoid fatigue (20 minutes every hour) no more than 8 hours per day during daylight hours when possible
scientific equipment  equipment equipment in motion any other general control Personal etiquette and behaviour local cultural etiquette general behaviour permission to enter - private property, sacred areas, government land use/carriage of alcohol and other drugs  personal security and safety - theft, harassment, assault and hostile persons privacy Check local customs and cultural etiquette get permissions read and abide by CDU Code of Conduct check use/carriage rules for alcohol and other drugs Maintain high level of vigilance and security system Do not travel or work alone Health and Hygiene personal – toileting, showering etc. food storage and preparation access to potable water utensils – cleaning and storage removal medications – storage/security stress – thermal(hot or cold), mental, physical allergies – food, animal, chemical etc. personal security and safety personal hygiene products – soap, toothpaste, deodorant, toilet paper food storage containers, eskies, and prep (chopping boards etc.) arrange access to facilities removal procedure lockable case for medications storage allergies – ensure all are aware of potential issue and action plan in place lock doors and vehicles. Secure possessions Weather weather forecasts severe weather (storms) cyclone and warnings floods and warnings Check and consistently update yourself with environmental and weather conditions develop plan for adverse environmental and weather events Temperature heat stress sunburn cold stress fire including bushfires cooking - oils/fats, hot water Heat Stress/sunburn Clothing – long sleeve long pants, wide brimmed hat Sunscreen (SPF 30 minimum) Sunglasses Work outside of middle of day (avoid 11am – 2pm) Hydration plan be aware of fire restrictions Use dedicated cooking spaces and equipment if possible ventilation and extraction Water or Immersion in boating swimming and diving collecting in travelling near water  Licenced or appropriately trained vehicle operator use defined paths and roads wear footwear with non-slip soles traverse with caution divert around risk where possible Dive Plan completed and lodged with Dive Officer and available
camping near water inundation and flooding rivers and crossings check environmental and weather conditions check tide times and heights river crossing details Slips, trips, falls and entanglement ropes and wires terrain – uneven, wet, muddy, loose surface, undefined paths working at height – ladders, climbing trees/towers and equipment clothing thorny bush, grass flag on ropes and wires use defined paths wear solid footwear with non-slip soles traverse slowly working at height – ladders tied off, climbing harness secure loose clothing divert around risk areas where possible Manual handling lifting large load heavy load pushing pulling repetitive movement Warm up manual handling risk assessment  use mechanical device team lift Cutting, stabbing, puncturing blades, knives, scalpels sharpened tools equipment – sharp edges/points sharps – needles, pins glass splinters and (metal shavings) environmental - flora  Licenced or appropriately trained operator  abatement through physical means (guards, knife block, sheath) sharps containment and disposal strategy  housekeeping Radiation ionising source non-ionising source a laser a radio frequency electromagnetic For exposure to UV from sunlight Clothing – long sleeve shirt, long pants, wide brimmed hat Sunscreen (SPF 30 minimum) Sunglasses For all exposure to radiation sources Safe Work Procedure completed and available Hazardous substances Risk Assessment completed and available Full MSDS available PPE appropriate and available (Specify the PPE needed) dangerous goods transport packaging and placarding appropriate and in place Emergency Plan in place Electrical Mains power High voltage Batteries – 12/24V Power generation equipment – 240V Safe Work Procedure PPE appropriate and available (Specify the PPE needed) Emergency Plan in place including safety and rescue equipment
Chemicals handling quantity storage conditions transport carcinogens, genotoxins (mutagens, teratogens) sensitizing agents flammable substances corrosive agents irritants toxic/harmful substances (poisons) cryogenic substances smoke and/or fumes Safe Work Procedure completed and available Hazardous substances Risk Assessment completed and available Full MSDS available PPE appropriate and available (Specify the PPE needed) dangerous goods transport packaging and placarding appropriate and in place Emergency Plan in place including safety and rescue equipment Cryogenic substances Use specific cryogenic equipment "Buddy” system Pressurised vessels or equipment (includes compressed air and gas bottles) handling quantity LPG storage conditions transport Safe Work Procedure completed and available Hazardous substances Risk Assessment completed and available Full MSDS available PPE appropriate and available (Specify the PPE needed) dangerous goods transport packaging and placarding appropriate and in place Emergency Plan in place including safety and rescue equipment Vibration vehicles, boats and machinery equipment in motion – e.g. conveyor vibrating equipment – e.g. jackhammer length of use or contact generation of dust environmental – earthquakes, land slippage  pre-use condition check of equipment abatement through physical means (e.g. dampers) Work roster to reduce exposure Minimise persons in or near the risk areas and equipment Check environmental and weather conditions environmental vehicles, and machinery amplifying devices, loudspeakers length of use or contact abatement through physical means (e.g. soundproofing) Check environmental and weather conditions Inhalation or suffocation dust fumes from plant/ equipment welding vapours generation of dust environmental – earthquakes, avalanche, land slippage tunnels confined space monitoring equipment e.g. gas sensors waste material diversion ventilation and extraction Check environmental and weather conditions Confined Space training