Identified Risks |
Strategies |
Slips / Trips / Falls |
Signage in all relevant areas that exposed to the possibility of such incidents, training in service delivery and OH & S. |
Emergencies: Fire / Floods / Power Failure / Chemical Spills |
Ensure staff are aware of emergency exits and meeting points, location of fire stairs, emergency numbers etc. |
Accident / Incident |
Ensure staff are aware of procedure and that staff can implement replacements to ensure service completion. |
Electric Shock |
Test and tagging of equipment on Bluegum Asset register at required intervals. Staff trained in identifying existence of hazards and reporting same for corrective action. |
Working at Heights |
Certificate in working at heights. Timber ladders provided if electrical hazard exists. Other methods used if possible i.e. elevated work platform. |
Contact with cleaning chemicals |
- Staff to report any ill effects from using chemicals
- Long-handle mops and brushes and strong rubber gloves are provided and staff trained in their use
- All staff trained in the risks, use and storage of cleaning chemicals
- Use squeeze bottles when using toilet bowl cleaner
- Bottles are clearly label
- MSDS provided for each chemical use
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Musculo Skeletal disorders (MSDs) and Injuries |
- Staff trained in correct lifting techniques
- Long-handled mops, brushes and dusters are provide to reduce need to stretch and stoop
- Bucket with wheels & wringer provided
- Staff do not overfill buckets
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Verbal Abuse or Assault |
- Staff trained in dealing with difficult and / or confrontational situations
- Staff report all instances of abuse
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Lone Working |
- Staff provided with mobile phones and emergency numbers to contact supervisor
- Staff to wear reflective safety vest at all times
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Collecting Litter |
- Staff are provided with PPE and suitable tools
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Needle Stick Injuries |
- Staff are provided with long handled tongs and PPE
- Staff are trained in the correct procedure in handling of needles and proper disposal
- Staff are advised to report any findings to Head Office
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Extremes of Weather |
- Suitable PPE provided for staff working outdoors
- Working continuously in extreme weather to be avoided
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