ITEM HAZARD(S) POTENTIAL RISK(S) POTENTIAL RISK CONTROL(S) RATING (1A) ACTION TAKEN RESPONSIBLE Moving car during bump in / bump out Moving car in crowded area Moving car under fatigue Could crash into humans, other cars and/or objects Only move car during bump in / bump out times Obey the speed limit of 5km/h Ensure driver is in appropriate state to drive (alertness, reflex’s, etc.) Long distance travel to market Driving under fatigue Falling asleep at the wheel resulting in crash Ensure a good night sleep before the market day Only drive under appropriate conditions and if safe to do so Take turns driving if possible Power nap if feeling drowsy Gazebo / Marquee / Trestle Tables / Shelves Movement during high winds Manual labour Pieces falling off If not erected correctly it may collapse causing injury or damages Movement during high winds causing injury or damage Freestanding gazebos are to have all legs secured and weighted down with no less than 20kg. Ensure weight limits are identified and adhered to Manufactures instructions to be followed during assembly and dissemble Check with market staff if unsure Theft Customers stealing items from stall Customers stealing items from stall Confrontation Have an action plan in place in case a theft occurs Set up stall, including staff location to have a good view of stock and customers Dehydration / Sunstroke Human body being exposed to direct sunrays for an extended period of time Dehydration Elevated body temperature Fainting Potentially fatal Wear loose-fitting, lightweight clothing Wear sunscreen / hat Drink plenty of water Never leave anybody in a parked car Take time away from the sun when possible Aggressive customer / member of the public Aggressive confrontations Physical assault of stall holder Verbal assault of stall holder General three step method of dealing with aggressive customer through negotiation includes: 1. Listen, 2. Show empathy, 3. Find a resolution Notify market staff for assistance Call market staff mobile (number below) Market Event Day Mobile: 0427 429 652 Emergency Services: 000
ITEM HAZARD(S) POTENTIAL RISK(S) POTENTIAL RISK CONTROL(S) RATING (1A) ACTION TAKEN RESPONSIBLE Unsecure objects / signage Movement during high winds Falling objects If not erected correctly it may collapse causing injury or damages Movement during high winds causing injury or damages Ensure weight limits are identified and adhered to Manufactures instructions to be followed during assembly and dissemble Check with market staff if unsure Trip hazards Objects below knee level Patrons and stall holders may trip causing injury If your stall is arranged for patrons to walk through, ensure walk ways clear and void of protruding objects Power cables Leads exposed Leads creating trip hazards Leads close to water Electrocution hazard to staff and patrons Trip hazards All leads and appliances to be tagged and tested All equipment to be correctly maintained and inspection checklist/reports available for review Mains and generator supplied power to be installed by a qualified electrical contractor Ensure cables on the ground are covered with anti-trip mats Slippery surfaces Rainwater, mud on market surface Sudden changes in weather Potential falls causing injury or damage Wear suitable footwear Put anti-slip removable surface down Move with caution during wet conditions Onsite emergency Extreme weather Antisocial behavior Extreme antisocial behavior Damages to plant equipment / stock Injury Ensure that you have viewed and understand the emergency evacuation plan displayed at the venue and the bottom of this document Cooperate with instructions from Chief and Area Wardens, Emergency Services where appropriate Develop contingency plan for situations where CoGG staff are unavailable to help Manual handling Stall holders lifting equipment which could cause muscle or spinal damage Incorrect manual handling leading to injury Stall holders to have correct lifting equipment and trolleys for assistance Manual handling training Inductions Market Event Day Mobile: 0427 429 652 Emergency Services: 000