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ENVIRONMENT HEALTH AND SAFETY MANUAL - NEW 12. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & RESPONSE [Implementation] |
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- 12.1. New. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & RESPONSE
- 12.1.1. New. PURPOSE
- 12.1.2. New. SCOPE
- 12.1.3. New. DEFINITIONS
- 12.1.4. New. PROCEDURES
- 12.1.5. New. RESPONSIBILITIES
- 12.1.6. New. REFERENCES
- 12.1.7. New. DOCUMENT CONTROL
- 12.2. New. ESSENTIAL SERVICES INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
- 12.2.1. New. Installed Fire Protection Systems
- 12.2.2. New. Portable Fire Fighting Equipment
- 12.3. New. FIRST AID
- 12.3.1. New. PURPOSE
- 12.3.2. New. SCOPE
- 12.3.3. New, DEFINITIONS
- 12.3.4. New. PROCEDURE
- 12.3.5. New. RESPONSIBILITIES
- 12.3.6. New. REFERENCES
- 12.3.7. New. DOCUMENT CONTROL
- 12.4. New. SPILL CONTROL
- 12.4.1. New. Policy
- 12.4.2. New. Application
- 12.4.3. New. Legislation
- 12.4.4. New. References
- 12.4.5. New. Responsibilities
- 12.4.6. New. Procedure and Guidelines
- 12.4.7. New. Document Control
To describe the University of Melbourne's methodology for:
The identification and assessment of potential emergencies
The documentation and communication of emergency procedures.
This procedure applies to all staff and students at all of The University of Melbourne's campuses and each of the University's controlled entities.
The structured organisation within each occupied building that will initiate an appropriate response to an emergency situation.
A University of Melbourne committee established for the purpose of developing and monitoring the implementation of University (Campus) Emergency Management Plans.
A group of senior level managers who respond during an emergency incident of significant scale.
Responsible for coordinating the evacuation of a building and the ECO in their occupied building.
Alternate BEC, assuming this role should the BEC not be present at the time of an emergency incident.
Responsible for an area or floor of their occupied building in which they evacuate all people present.
A building The University of Melbourne owns or leases from another party in which the University is the primary (major) occupant.
A building The University of Melbourne is a secondary (minor) occupant of the total building, for example University occupied areas within hospitals.
The University shall establish and maintain an Emergency Control Organisation based upon the requirements of AS 3745.
The University shall establish an Emergency Planning Group (EPG).
The EPG will consist of the following members:
Vice Chancellor (Chair)
Senior Vice Principal
Vice Principal & Chief Financial Officer
Vice Principal (Property & Campus Services)
General Manager Campus Operations
Emergency Management Coordinator
The EPG shall be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of each of the University's (Campus) Emergency Management Plans.
The Vice-Chancellor shall be responsible for authorising each of the University's (Campus) Emergency Management Plans.
The General Manager EHS and the General Manager Campus Operations shall ensure that a high level assessment of potential emergencies at the University is conducted and reviewed annually. This assessment shall include consideration of the following:
Rubbish fire, bush fire, electrical fire, oil / fat fire, gas fire.
Heart attack, burns, cuts/lacerations, asthma, poisons.
Flood, chemical spill, power failure, structural instability.
Health & Safety Serious Incident & Dangerous Occurrence.
Gas leak, civil disturbance, vehicle accident, severe storm damage.
Chemical, biological or radiological threat, suspicious package.
Building invasion, armed intrusion, assault, act of terrorism.
The Emergency Management Coordinator shall develop emergency preparedness & response procedures for each potential emergency assessed to be significant.
The Emergency Management Coordinator shall review emergency preparedness & response procedures for each potential emergency assessed to be significant:
following a change in the assessment level;
following a emergency management response exercise;
or at least, annually
The Emergency Management Coordinator shall provide a draft version of new or altered Emergency Management Plans to EPG for formal review.
The Emergency Management Coordinator shall take into account feedback provided by the members of the EPG.
Following the formal review and feedback process, the Emergency Management Coordinator shall re-submit reviewed Emergency Management Plan to the EPG for authorisation by the Vice Chancellor.
The Emergency Management Coordinator shall advise the EPG on:
Establishing and implementing emergency plans and emergency response procedures
Review of the effectiveness of Evacuation Training Exercises
The personnel required to implement emergency response procedures
The Emergency Management Coordinator shall establish and implement Building Emergency Procedures for each of The University of Melbourne's occupied buildings. The Emergency Management Coordinator shall take into consideration all likely occupants of building, including:
Tenants (where the university is the landlord)
Contractors to the university
Visitors to the university
Staff and students shall familiarise themselves with Emergency Evacuation Plans in each building that they occupy.
Staff, students and visitors shall comply with The University of Melbourne's Building Emergency Procedures these include instructions or directions given by BEC's or Emergency Wardens.
The General Manager EHS shall facilitate the establishment and maintenance of the Building Emergency Control Organisation in each University-occupied building. The ECO shall consist of:
Building Emergency Controllers
Emergency Wardens
Building Emergency Procedures
Communication Procedures
Emergency Evacuation Plans
Evacuation Exercises
The Head of Department / School with primary (major) occupancy of a University-occupied building, shall ensure that a Building Emergency Controller and Deputy Building Emergency Controller is appointed for that building.
The Head of Department / School with secondary (minor) occupancy of a University-occupied building shall ensure that Emergency Wardens are appointed for their occupied areas within that building.
The Head of Department / School with secondary (minor) occupancy of a building in which the University is a minor occupant shall ensure that departmental / school staff and students cooperate and participate in the established ECO for that building.
The General Manager EHS shall facilitate the establishment and maintenance of an ECO within a secondary (minor) occupancy building in which the University is a minor occupant, should that building not have an ECO established or the assessment of such an ECO is deemed inadequate.
The Emergency Management Coordinator shall, in consultation with the BEC develop and maintain:
Building Emergency Procedures
Communication Procedures
Emergency Evacuation Plans
The BEC for each building shall ensure that the building occupants participate in a minimum of one Evacuation Training Exercise (Drill) per year.
General Manager EHS shall ensure that building evacuation training exercises are monitored and recorded centrally.
ECO personnel shall participate in Emergency Training Exercises order to evaluate emergency procedures.
The BEC on becoming aware of an emergency (or activation of a training exercise) shall:
Ascertain the nature of the emergency and determine the appropriate action.
Ensure emergency wardens have been notified of the emergency, usually via the building's emergency alarm system.
Coordinate evacuation and control entry to the affected areas.
Ensure the progress of the evacuation and any action taken is recorded in an incident log.
Brief the emergency services personnel upon arrival on type, scope and location of the emergency and the status of the evacuation and, thereafter, act on the incident controller's instructions.
Complete an evacuation report, documenting details for the purpose of identifying and correcting any deficiencies in procedure or its implementation.
The BEC shall conduct a debriefing session after each emergency evacuation or exercise to identify improvement to the building evacuation procedures.
The BEC shall record the findings of the debrief on an Evacuation Report and provide a copy of the Evacuation Report to the Emergency Management Coordinator.
The Emergency Management Coordinator shall evaluate all findings of the Evacuation Report and correct any deficiencies in procedure or its implementation.
The Vice Principal (Property & Campus Services) shall arrange the periodic testing of the University (Campus) Emergency Plans and associated procedures to ensure their effectiveness.
The Vice Principal (Property & Campus Services) shall ensure that a debriefing session is conducted after each exercise (or activation of the ERG) to identify areas for improvements to the plan or procedures.
The Emergency Management Coordinator shall review the Emergency Management Plan following the debriefing.
Vice-Principal, Property & Campus Services
General Manager, Environment, Health & Safety
General Manager, Campus Operations
General Manager, Asset Services
Head of Department/School
Emergency Management Coordinator
Managers/Supervisors
Building Emergency Controllers
Emergency Wardens
Staff
Students
Visitors
AS 3745 - 2002 Emergency Control Organisation and Procedures for Buildings, Structures and Workplaces.
The University of Melbourne Emergency Management Plan.
The University of Melbourne Building Emergency Procedures
The University of Melbourne Emergency Action Guide
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To provide information on fixed fire protection systems installed in university buildings.
There are three major reasons underlying the legal requirements for the installation of fixed systems in fire protection; these are:
Protection of property and equipment
Protection of personnel
Protection of or against special risks.
Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004
Local Government regulations and accepted Australian Standards.
Building Code of Australia.
All installed fire protection systems are maintained to comply with the legal requirements including Local Government regulations and accepted Australian Standards.
The maintenance of such systems is under the control of the Maintenance (Asset Services) Department, Property & Campus Services.
All faults or anomalies should be reported immediately to Maintenance (Asset Services) Department - extension 46000.
All building occupants should be familiar with the sound of their buildings fire alarm and particular attention must be given to areas where difficulty in hearing the alarm exists e.g. noisy workshops, darkrooms, sound proof rooms etc.
Fire doors which are fitted with a self-closing mechanism should not be wedged open.
Fire stairways must not be used for storage, or contain any combustible material or objects which will restrict the movement of persons in the stairway.
The Building Regulations 2006 require that where proposed alterations (together with other alterations within the previous three years) represent more than 50% or the original volume of the building, the entire building must be brought into compliance with current regulations.
The relevant Building Surveyor may consent to partial compliance if the safety, health and amenity of persons accommodated in, or resorting to the building, or the risk of spread of fire to or from adjoining buildings will not be substantially adversely affected by the alterations.
In general terms, where existing buildings are refurbished, the Building Code of Australia (BCA) requires that the floor area being refurbished is brought up to current standards.
This protection is achieved through the installation and provision of equipment or services during the construction stage or during refurbishment of a building. The type of installed system will depend upon the perceived risk of processes and tasks carried out in the building, and the age of the building. The age of the building is relevant; at the date of construction or major refurbishment the installed fire protection equipment will have complied with the legal requirement, but will not necessarily reflect the latest technology.
The form of protection installed will either control a fire situation by extinguishing or isolating it, detect that heat or smoke is present, or raise the building fire alarm system. In any building, the installed equipment may combine these systems.
All fixed fire protection systems are connected to a fire panel which is part of a network which relays the fire alarm signal to the Fire Brigade.
Alarm
The fire alarm is usually a bell installed on the outside of the building, and may include repeater bells inside the building. Since 1986 it is a requirement for some class of new or refurbished buildings to install a siren and warden communication points in a building to supplement the external fire alarm bell.
The primary purpose of the alarm system is to notify the building occupants that a fire situation has occurred. The activation of the fire alarm should be treated by all occupants as a real event and the building evacuation procedure should be implemented.
Detection Systems
The detection system in buildings may sense either heat or smoke or a combination of these. Smoke detectors are increasingly being used because of their earlier warning of an emergency situation. Smoke detectors may also be used to activate fire doors to isolate zones in the building.
Fire Doors
Fire doors are installed to minimise the spread of fire, including the passage of smoke through a building.
Fire doors may be automatically operated by heat activated mechanisms or smoke detectors. The securing of fire doors must be such that persons leaving an area via the fire door can do so without the use of keys or similar at all times. Fire doors must not be wedged open.
Fire Stairways
Fire doors are also fitted to fire isolated stairways which allow the safe egress from floors within the building.
Fire Control Systems
Some buildings or sections of buildings are fitted with automatically activated sprinkler heads. On activation, the sprinklers discharge a fine mist of water to extinguish/contain a fire.
In other special risk locations such as flammable liquids storerooms, computer rooms (main frames), flood systems are used to extinguish fire. Where gaseous flooding systems are installed in normally occupied areas (e.g. computer rooms), a warning alarm is sounded prior to the discharge of gas into the room. A warning notice instructing personnel what to do should also be displayed.
Fire Hydrants and Hoses
Canvas fire hoses attached to or adjacent to fire hydrant points are installed only for use by the Fire Brigade. They must not be used by untrained personnel as injury or excess property damage may result.
The University has received a special dispensation on the requirements for canvas hoses in buildings where there is no greater than a 30 m rise in a building, and the required mains pressures are achieved.
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To provide details of portable fire equipment provided in university building and vehicles.
Portable fire fighting equipment are designed to provide the user with an appliance to attend a small fire during its initial stage. When deciding to attack a fire, always designate another person to raise the alarm and obtain a back-up fire extinguisher.
Fire Protection Association of Australia Chart.
Ensure availability and provision of advice, information and assistance where required.
Ensure regular inspections and maintenance of portable fire units in buildings under the control of the University.
Ensure that all staff and students receive the appropriate training, both at induction and during their time in the Department.
The amount of combustible material in their area is kept to a minimum and have all rubbish and excess packaging removed.
Keep all access routes to fire fighting equipment clear at all times.
Safety Inspections of Departments
All emergency staff should be trained in the operation of the portable fire extinguishers.
All staff and students should be familiar with their buildings evacuation procedures and with the use of installed fire fighting equipment.
Fire can erupt suddenly, without warning, at any time, causing damage to property or people through heat, smoke or gases given off. For a fire to exist, three elements must be present:
Fire / Air / Heat: the removal or control of one or more of these elements will stop the fire.
Fire Hose Reel: Fire hoses are provided in all University buildings for use by University staff on normal fires. Fire hose reels are permanently mounted on a wall or in a cabinet in a readily accessible location, connected to a constant water supply. They are designed to be operated by one person, and used only on carbonaceous-type fires such as wood, paper, rubbish or textiles. They should never be used on fires involving live electrical equipment.
To operate, turn on the water control valve before unwinding the hose. Discharge is controlled at the nozzle end by a valve or twisting action.
Fire Blanket Where fire blankets are installed, they are used to smother the fire to exclude oxygen. They are particularly useful if a persons clothing is on fire.
Fire Extinguishers Portable fire extinguishers are provided in all university buildings and vehicles for use by University staff members. There are several types of fire extinguishers.
water Red in colour, it contains nine litres of water under pressure and is to be used in an upright position. It is designed for use on carbonaceous solids such as wood, paper, rubbish or textiles, and has a discharge period of 60 - 100 seconds. Water extinguishers are unsuitable for flammable liquid fires.
foam Blue in colour, it contains nine litres of an aqueous film-forming foam additive, and is to be used in an upright position. It is designed for use on flammable liquid fires such as petrol, oils and paint and has a discharge period of 40 - 90 seconds.
wet chemical foam Gold in colour, it has a liquid alkaline extinguishing agent, and is specifically designed for use in kitchens on deep fryer fires involving fat and cooking oil.
These Extinguishers must never be used on fires involving live electrical equipment.
carbon dioxide Red in colour with a black band, it is designed for use on fires involving flammable liquids and live electrical equipment. The discharge period depends on the size of the extinguisher.
dry chemical Red in colour with a white band, it contains a bi-carbonate based powder and is suitable for fires involving flammable liquids and live electrical equipment. The discharge period depends on the size of the extinguisher.
BCF (halon) Yellow in colour. These extinguishers have been withdrawn in accordance with environmental guidelines since 1 January 1997. Please return any existing units to Maintenance.
* Note: Departments shall be required to arrange the servicing of the fire extinguishers fitted in their vehicles through the current contractor used by the University Maintenance. It is recommended that servicing be carried out during the inspection visit in October of each year. Departments can obtain confirmation of the onsite inspection dates from Maintenance Department. The cost of servicing the fire extinguishers installed in motor vehicles will be charged to Departments.
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To describe the requirements for the identification, assessment and implementation of first aid requirements including:
First aid training and the upkeep of appropriate first aid knowledge and skills
First aid kits and facilities
This procedure applies to all staff and students at all of the University of Melbourne's campuses and each of the University's controlled entities.
The provision of emergency treatment and life support for people suffering injury or illness. It aims to:
preserve life; and
promote recovery; and
prevent the injury or illness becoming worse.
A suitably qualified person nominated by the University to administer first aid in the workplace. All first aiders must hold a current certificate of competency in first aid or be a recognised health professional (example: medical practitioner, nurse).
Includes First Aid Kit and contents, First Aid rooms and associated First Aid equipment.
A basic (usually one day) first aid course that includes:
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Basic Emergency Life Support
An intermediate (usually two day) first aid course generally includes:
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Basic Emergency Life Support
Open Wounds and Soft Tissue Injuries
Bites, Stings & Poisoning
Fractures & Dislocations
Burns & Scalds
Shock
The General Manager, Environment Health and Safety shall develop and publish on the EHS website a First Aid Assessment Form which incorporates the following requirements:
Size of workplace
Number and distribution of staff and/or students
Nature of hazards
Severity of risk
Location of the workplace
Known occurrences of injuries or illnesses
The General Manager, Environment Health and Safety shall develop and publish on the EHS website a series of generic (sample) first aid assessments for various University of Melbourne workplaces including
The Head of Department/School shall ensure the provision of appropriate first aid facilities, number of first aiders with sufficient level of competency required for:
Area(s) in buildings occupied by the Department/School
Each laboratory or workshop
Field work activities
The Head of Department/School shall determine the appropriate first aid facilities, the level of competency for first aiders and the number of first aiders required by:
Applying the recommendations from generic (sample) first aid assessments
Completing a specific first aid assessment using the First Aid Assessment Form and applying the recommendations from the specific first aid assessment
The Head of Department/School shall ensure that first aid requirements as specified in Material Safety Data Sheets are available with the capacity and facilities to deal with specific hazards not identified in generic first aid assessments. These may include, but are not limited to:
Hydrofluoric Acid
Sodium Cyanide
scheduled poisons
highly toxic chemicals
corrosive chemicals
The Head of Department/School shall ensure that first aiders receive training to the competency level determined by the first aid assessment.
The Director, Equity and Staff Development, in consultation with General Manager, Environment Health and Safety, shall facilitate the provision of first aid training courses for University Staff.
The Director, Equity and Staff Development shall publish instructions detailing the application process for access to first aid training programs in the Development Opportunities for University Staff handbook/website.
The Head of Department/School shall ensure first aid training records for all first aiders within the Department/School are recorded, including:
Date of training
Course name (Level of competency)
Date of expiry
The Manager, Traffic and Security, shall ensure Security Guards engaged at the University are trained to First Aid Level 2 to and ensure that Security Guards are available at the Parkville Campus to provide first aid upon request.
The Head of Department/School shall also ensure that the first aid kits are regularly maintained and replenished.
Notes:
1. First aid supplies are available from the University stationery supplier.
2. No scheduled drugs or re-usable sharps are included in first aid kits.
The Head of Department/School should consider the following desirable qualities when selecting first aiders:
a genuine concern for people;
an ability to respect confidences;
a commitment to occupational health and safety principles;
an ability to recognise the limitations of first aid; and
a willingness to receive appropriate vaccinations, i.e. Hepatitis A and B (immunisations can be arranged through Student Health at cost to the Department)
First aiders should consider their own safety and the safety of others prior to providing first aid treatment. The first aider should only proceed with first aid treatment when it is safe to do so.
After completing first aid treatment, the first aider should advise the injured person to complete an Incident Report Form, or fill out an Incident Report Form on behalf of the injured person.
General Manager, Environment Health and Safety
Head of Department/School
Director, Equity and Staff Development
Manager, Traffic and Security
First Aiders
Code of Practice for First Aid in the Workplace 1995
OHS Act 2004, Vic.
SafetyMAP - Version 4
AS/NZS 4801:2001 Occupational health and safety management systems - Specification with guidance
Development Opportunities for University Staff
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To ensure compliance with all legal requirements for dealing with spills of chemical substances on University premises, or premises under University control.
This procedure applies to all areas of the University where chemical substances are transported, purchased, stored, handled, or used, including vehicles of visitors or suppliers who bring substances that are a potential hazard into the University.
A delivery vehicle may contain hazardous substances that do not belong to the University. However, if a spill or leak from that vehicle occurs on University property and the substance enters a storm water or trade waste drain, or causes injury, the University may be liable for any subsequent action by a responsible Authority.
Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004
Dangerous Goods (Storage and Handling) Regulations 2000
Occupational Health & Safety Regulations 2007
Australian Dangerous Goods Code 6th Edition
Environment Protection Act 1970
NHMRC Guidelines for Laboratory Personnel Working with Carcinogenic or Highly Toxic Chemicals
Code of Practice for Hazardous Substances 2000
Code of Practice for Dangerous Goods 2000
AS 2243.10 Storage of Chemicals
AS 1940 Storage and Handling of Flammable and Combustible Materials
Ensure information is provided to staff and students to safely clean up spilled chemical substances. This should include emergency services contact details, building evacuation team contacts, and other staff as appropriate, and location of equipment and materials such as self contained breathing apparatus or respirator locations.
Ensure that all supervisory staff are aware of the legal obligations regarding pollution from spills
Ensure that staff receive training that includes spill control methods, appropriate waste disposal methods and safe use of equipment used in spill control. See staff Training Programs: Chemical Management.
Ensure that materials for spill control are available in all areas where chemical substances are used, handled, stored or transported, and that the materials are clearly labeled and signed.
Ensure appropriate equipment is cleaned, stored and maintained by qualified persons.
Ensure the availability and provision of information to Departments and Faculties on the legal requirements for spill control and waste disposal, and advice on disposal methods or spilled materials and disposal contractors.
Put personal safety first - keep clear of a spill unless trained in spill control and clean up.
Ensure only trained and competent staff attempt to clean up a chemical substance spill
Know where MSDSs are kept, or are available.
Attend training provided on spill control.
Follow written procedures provided for spill control
Use spill control equipment in the proper manner.
Store and maintain equipment as appropriate.
The following procedures and guidelines are for general guideance. Each laboratory, department etc that uses Chemical Substances should have specific procedures for the particular types of substances used within the workplace, or brought onto the premises
Who will clean up a chemical spill is determined by a risk assessment. The assessment will involve 3 factors:
* The nature of the spilled chemical (High / Low Hazard material)
* The quantity spilled (Large / Small amounts)
* The location of the spill (difficult access, public site / bunded area)
When evaluating risks associated with spills, 3 questions should be considered:
* Is special training required to handle the situation?
* Is special equipment required to clean up the spill? (ie SCBA, PPE etc)
* Are special procedures required to clean up the spill (ie pumps, hoses etc)
Where the response is HIGH to any of the first three factors, or YES to any of the second 3 questions then the spill must be considered as HIGH RISK.
Generally spills of less than 1 litre of most chemicals can be considered LOW RISK un less the material is highly toxic or reactive.
All high risk spills should be handled by the Emergency Services response team.
Low risk spills may be handled by area workers under direct supervision.
Know the Material Safety Data Sheet special requirements for spill control such as the type of fire extinguisher required, incompatible substances, reactivity with substances such as water or air.
Where a substance is unknown, or an experimental substance with no MSDS, always treat as toxic.
Ensure there is:
* An amount of vermiculite sufficient to deal with a spillage of the largest container of non corrosive liquids used in the immediate area should be on hand.
* A similar amount of Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate should be provided for spills of corrosive liquids.
* Sand, 'kitty litter' or an absorbent spill pillow should be available to prevent hazardous substances entering drains or storm water systems.
* Appropriate PPE such as gloves, protective clothing, face shields, respirators or SCBA should be readily available, depending on the hazards associated with the types of substances used or stored in an area.
* A chemical resistant container with a close fitting lid that will hold at least the volume of vermiculate and other contaminated material should be on hand for waste disposal of the spilled material.
Wherever practicable, the storage and use of the chemical should be in an area which can contain or restrict the flow from a spill site. On benches, this can be assisted by a raised lip at the front of the bench, or by the use of spill trays.
In storage cabinets, trays should be provided that are compatible with the contents, and which will contain the contents of the two largest glass containers, or the largest metal or plastic container.
For storage areas where liquids are involved, bunding should be considered. This is mandatory for certain areas.
IMMEDIATE ACTIONS
* Clear the area
* Check for any persons involved
* Isolate the spill (if safe to do so)
* Contact the area supervisor or Safety Officer
The primary concern is to protect health and safety. No action should be taken during an emergency response that directly or indirectly violates this principle.
CONSIDERATIONS FOR EVACUATION
* Uncontrolled open flame
* Uncontrolled compressed gas release
* Any situation which poses imminent threat to human health or safety
When the alarm sounds, all persons should immediately exit the building and report to their assigned assembly area. Elimination of potential sources of ignition should only be done if it can be accomplished without personal risk.
HIGH RISK SPILLS
1. Contact the Emergency Services Team by calling 0-000 or Security on 46666 and explain the situation.
2. Determine who will take responsibility for the spill, ie Contractor, Fire Brigade, other Emergency Service.
3. Ensure appropriate University Personnel are advised of the situation.
4. Follow any advice or information provided by the Emergency Response Team.
LOW RISK SPILLS
1. Have at least 2 trained workers to handle the spill
2. Use the proper protective equipment
3. Ensure fire protection is available for flammable spills
4. Control the source
5. Contain free liquids by damming, absorbing if appropriate
6. Place all spill residues in an appropriate manner
7. Decontaminate the affected area using an appropriate material
8. Decontaminate the salvage equipment
9. Analyse the area to ensure proper decontamination has taken place
10. Examine walkways, floors, stairs equipment etc for other hazards or damage
DEBRIEFING
All emergency personnel involved in the spill response should be debriefed after the spill has been resolved.
All spill control supplies should be restocked.
All damaged or used equipment should be repaired or refilled.
When the area is deemed clear, it can be re-opened for operations.
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