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1. Introduction to Environment Health and Safety

• 1.1. Introduction to the Environment Health and Safety Manual
• 1.2. Occupational Health & Safety Policy
• 1.2.1. Purpose
• 1.2.2. Application
• 1.2.3. Legislation
• 1.2.4. References
• 1.2.5. Occupational Health and Safety Policy
• 1.2.5.1. Commitment
• 1.2.5.2. Safety Objectives
• 1.2.5.3. Responsibilities For Safety
• 1.2.5.4. Consultation
• 1.3. Environmental Policy
• 1.4. Environment Health and Safety Objectives and Targets
• 1.5. Legislation
• 1.6. Management Systems
• 1.6.1. Introduction to Management Systems
• 1.6.1.1. Purpose
• 1.6.1.2. Application
• 1.6.1.3. Legislation
• 1.6.1.4. References
• 1.6.1.5. Responsibilities
• 1.6.1.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 1.6.1.6.1. SafetyMAP
• 1.6.1.6.2. Environmental Management System (EMS)
• 1.6.1.6.3. Integration of SafetyMAP and EMS
• 1.6.1.6.4. Environmental Health and Safety Manual
• 1.6.1.6.5. Integration of the EMS with other University Systems
• 1.6.1.6.6. Auditing, Measuring and Monitoring the Management Systems
• 1.6.2. Document and Data Control
• 1.6.2.1. Purpose
• 1.6.2.2. Application
• 1.6.2.3. Legislation
• 1.6.2.4. References
• 1.6.2.5. Responsibilities
• 1.6.2.5.1. Responsible Committee
• 1.6.2.5.2. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 1.6.2.5.3. Records Services
• 1.6.2.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 1.6.2.6.1. Review of Procedures
• 1.6.2.6.2. Approval of Documents
• 1.6.2.6.3. Issue of Documents
• 1.6.2.6.4. Availability of Documents
• 1.6.2.6.5. Security of Documents
• 1.6.2.6.6. Retention of Documents
• 1.6.2.6.7. Receipt and Control of External Documents
• 1.6.3. Records Management
• 1.6.3.1. Purpose
• 1.6.3.2. Application
• 1.6.3.3. Legislation
• 1.6.3.4. References
• 1.6.3.5. Responsibilities
• 1.6.3.5.1. Head of Department (or delegate)
• 1.6.3.5.2. Supervisors
• 1.6.3.5.3. All Staff &/ Students
• 1.6.3.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 1.6.4. Procedure for Procedures
• 1.6.5. Auditing
• 1.6.6. Communication
• 1.6.7. System Management Review
• 1.6.7.1. Purpose
• 1.6.7.2. Application
• 1.6.7.3. Legislation
• 1.6.7.4. References
• 1.6.7.5. Definitions
• 1.6.7.6. Responsibilities
• 1.6.7.6.1. Environment Health and Safety Unit (EHS Unit)
• 1.6.7.6.2. Univserity OHS Committee
• 1.6.7.6.3. University EAC
• 1.6.7.6.4. Faculty/Administrative Division Heads
• 1.6.7.6.5. Faculty/Administrative Division EHS Coordinator
• 1.6.7.7. Procedure
• 1.6.7.7.1. University Management Review
• 1.6.7.7.2. Faculty and Administrative Division Management Review
• 1.6.7.8. Attachments
• 1.6.7.9. Auditable Records
• 1.6.7.10. Related Documents

2. Structure and Responsibilities

• 2.1. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 2.1.1. Overview of the Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 2.1.1.1. Purpose
• 2.1.1.2. Application
• 2.1.1.3. Legislation
• 2.1.1.4. References
• 2.1.1.5. Responsibilities
• 2.1.2. Insurance Guidelines and Information
• 2.2. Occupational Health and Safety Committee
• 2.3. Environment Advisory Committee
• 2.3.1. Purpose
• 2.3.2. Application
• 2.3.2.1. Function and Accountabilities
• 2.3.2.2. Membership
• 2.3.2.3. Meeting Structure
• 2.3.3. Legislation
• 2.3.4. References
• 2.3.5. Responsibilities
• 2.3.5.1. Environment Advisory Committee
• 2.3.5.2. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 2.3.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 2.4. Department and Faculty Responsibilities for Environment and Safety
• 2.4.1. Departmental and Faculty Responsibilities for Committees
• 2.4.1.1. Introduction to Environment Health and Safety Committees
• 2.4.1.2. Committees
• 2.4.1.2.1. Departmental Environment Health and Safety Committees
• 2.4.1.2.2. Faculty Environment Health and Safety Committees
• 2.4.1.2.3. University OHSC and EAC
• 2.4.2. Staff Responsibility for Environment and Safety
• 2.4.2.1. Purpose
• 2.4.2.2. Application
• 2.4.2.3. Legislation
• 2.4.2.4. References
• 2.4.2.5. Responsibilities
• 2.4.2.5.1. Authority for Staff
• 2.4.2.5.2. Deans, Heads of Campus and Heads of departments
• 2.4.2.5.3. Managers and Section Heads
• 2.4.2.5.4. Supervisors (any person who controls or directs others)
• 2.4.2.5.5. Staff
• 2.4.2.5.6. Contractor Responsibilities
• 2.4.2.5.7. Departmental / Faculty Safety Officers
• 2.4.2.5.8. Elected Health and Safety Representatives (HSR)
• 2.4.2.5.9. Environmental Representatives
• 2.4.2.5.10. Departmental Radiation Safety Officer
• 2.4.2.5.11. First Aid Officers
• 2.4.2.5.12. Building Emergency Controller
• 2.4.2.5.13. Deputy Building Emergency Controller
• 2.4.2.5.14. Floor Wardens
• 2.4.2.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 2.4.3. Student Responsibility for Environment and Safety
• 2.4.3.1. Purpose
• 2.4.3.2. Application
• 2.4.3.3. Legislation
• 2.4.3.4. References
• 2.4.3.5. Responsibilities
• 2.4.3.5.1. Students
• 2.4.3.5.2. Student Union
• 2.4.3.5.3. Academic Supervisors
• 2.4.3.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 2.4.3.6.1. Children on Campus
• 2.4.4. Health and Safety Representatives
• 2.5. EHS Training
• 2.5.1. Purpose
• 2.5.2. Application
• 2.5.3. Legislation
• 2.5.4. References
• 2.5.5. Responsibilities
• 2.5.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 2.5.6.1. Provision of Training
• 2.5.6.2. Employment of Staff
• 2.5.6.3. Mandatory Training
• 2.5.6.4. Identification of Training
• 2.5.6.5. Induction of Contractors
• 2.5.6.6. Testing for Competency
• 2.5.6.7. Records
• 2.5.6.8. Specific Environmental Training

3. Identification, Assessment and Control

• 3.1. Hazard Identification, Assessment and Control - Introduction
• 3.2. Hazard Identification, Assessment and Control - Application
• 3.3. Hazard Identification, Assessment and Control - Monitoring and Measurement
• 3.4. EHS Pre-Purchasing

4. Reporting

• 4.1. OHS Issue Resolution Procedure
• 4.1.1. Purpose
• 4.1.2. Application
• 4.1.3. Legislation
• 4.1.4. References
• 4.1.5. Responsibilities
• 4.1.5.1. Head of Department
• 4.1.5.2. Local Area Supervisor
• 4.1.5.3. The Elected Health and Safety Representative
• 4.1.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 4.1.6.1. Issue Resolution
• 4.1.6.2. Immediate Safety Hazards
• 4.1.6.3. Hierarchy of Controls
• 4.1.6.4. Guidelines for Incident Categories
• 4.2. Incident and Hazard Reporting
• 4.3. Investigation of Incidents

5. Environment and Safety in the Workplace

• 5.1. General
• 5.1.1. Australian Standards in Laboratories
• 5.1.1.1. Purpose
• 5.1.1.2. Application
• 5.1.1.3. Legislation
• 5.1.1.4. References
• 5.1.1.5. Responsibilities
• 5.1.1.5.1. Department Heads
• 5.1.1.5.2. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 5.1.1.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.1.1.6.1. Laboratories with Dangerous Goods
• 5.1.1.6.2. Using AS 2243 Safety in Laboratories
• 5.1.1.6.3. Understanding AS 2982 Laboratory Construction
• 5.1.2. After Hours Work and Equipment
• 5.1.2.1. Purpose
• 5.1.2.2. Application
• 5.1.2.3. Legislation
• 5.1.2.4. References
• 5.1.2.5. Responsibilities
• 5.1.2.5.1. Head of Department
• 5.1.2.5.2. Supervisors
• 5.1.2.5.3. Staff and Students
• 5.1.2.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.1.2.6.1. Working out of hours or whilst on leave or special studies
• 5.1.2.6.2. Terms of Risk Assessments
• 5.1.2.6.3. Unsupervised Student Laboratory and Study Areas
• 5.1.2.6.4. Laboratory and office Areas
• 5.1.2.6.5. High Risk Hazards (Not to be undertaken alone or after hours alone)
• 5.2. Chemical Management
• 5.2.1. Chemical Management
• 5.2.1.1. Policy
• 5.2.1.2. Application
• 5.2.1.3. Legislation
• 5.2.1.4. Definitions
• 5.2.1.5. Responsibilities
• 5.2.1.5.1. Head of Department / Nominee
• 5.2.1.5.2. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 5.2.1.5.3. Staff and Students
• 5.2.1.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.2.1.6.1. Labelling
• 5.2.1.6.2. Storage
• 5.2.1.6.3. Quantities
• 5.2.1.6.4. Segregation
• 5.2.2. Hazardous Substances
• 5.2.2.1. Purpose
• 5.2.2.2. Application
• 5.2.2.3. Legislation
• 5.2.2.4. References
• 5.2.2.5. Definitions
• 5.2.2.6. Responsibilities
• 5.2.2.6.1. Health Services
• 5.2.2.6.2. Human Resources
• 5.2.2.6.3. Head of Department
• 5.2.2.6.4. Departmental Managers
• 5.2.2.6.5. All Employees
• 5.2.2.6.6. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 5.2.2.7. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.2.2.7.1. Licencing and Notification Requirements
• 5.2.2.7.2. Storage
• 5.2.2.7.3. Use
• 5.2.2.7.4. Risk Assessment Process
• 5.2.2.7.5. Scheduled Hazardous Substances
• 5.2.2.8. Guidelines for Carcinogens
• 5.2.2.8.1. Handling
• 5.2.2.8.2. Storage and Labelling
• 5.2.2.8.3. Safety in the Laboratory
• 5.2.2.8.4. Protective Equipment
• 5.2.2.8.5. Contamination
• 5.2.2.8.6. Licensing and Monitoring
• 5.2.2.8.7. Animal Experimentation and Carcinogens
• 5.2.2.8.8. Waste Disposal
• 5.2.2.8.9. Emergency Procedures
• 5.2.3. Dangerous Goods
• 5.2.3.1. Purpose
• 5.2.3.2. Application
• 5.2.3.3. Legislation
• 5.2.3.4. References
• 5.2.3.5. Definitions
• 5.2.3.6. Responsibilities
• 5.2.3.6.1. Head of Department
• 5.2.3.6.2. Departmental Manager
• 5.2.3.6.3. Staff and Students
• 5.2.3.6.4. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 5.2.3.6.5. Security
• 5.2.3.7. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.2.3.7.1. Register / Manifest
• 5.2.3.7.2. Storage
• 5.2.3.7.3. Handling
• 5.2.3.7.4. Transport Across Campus
• 5.2.3.7.5. Dangerous Goods Risk Assessment Process
• 5.2.3.7.6. Special Requirements for Dangerous Goods
• 5.2.3.7.7. Placarding
• 5.2.3.8. Special Dangerous Goods
• 5.2.3.8.1. Flammable Liquids
• 5.2.3.8.2. Gases
• 5.2.3.8.2.1. Special Guidelines for Handling Inert Gases
• 5.2.4. Poisons and Drugs
• 5.2.4.1. Purpose
• 5.2.4.2. Application
• 5.2.4.3. Legislation
• 5.2.4.4. References
• 5.2.4.5. Responsibilities
• 5.2.4.5.1. Head of Department
• 5.2.4.5.2. Permit Holder
• 5.2.4.5.3. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 5.2.4.5.4. Staff
• 5.2.4.6. Procedures and Guidelines
• 5.2.4.6.1. Application for a Permit
• 5.2.4.6.2. Preparation of a Register
• 5.2.4.6.3. Storage and Use
• 5.2.4.6.4. Disposal
• 5.2.5. Other Chemical Substances
• 5.2.5.1. Purpose
• 5.2.5.2. Application
• 5.2.5.3. Legislation
• 5.2.5.4. References
• 5.2.5.5. Responsibilities
• 5.2.5.5.1. Head of Department / Departmental Manager
• 5.2.5.5.2. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 5.2.5.5.3. School of Chemistry
• 5.2.5.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.2.5.6.1. Alcohol
• 5.2.5.6.2. Cryogenic Liquids
• 5.2.5.6.3. Cytotoxic Substances
• 5.2.6. Material Safety Data Sheets
• 5.2.6.1. Purpose
• 5.2.6.2. Application
• 5.2.6.3. Legislation
• 5.2.6.4. References
• 5.2.6.5. Responsibilities
• 5.2.6.5.1. Laboratory Managers, Workshop Managers and Supervisors
• 5.2.6.5.2. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 5.2.6.5.3. Staff
• 5.2.6.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.2.7. Labelling of Chemicals
• 5.2.7.1. Purpose
• 5.2.7.2. Application
• 5.2.7.3. Legislation
• 5.2.7.4. References
• 5.2.7.5. Responsibilities
• 5.2.7.5.1. Head of Department
• 5.2.7.5.2. Departmental Managers
• 5.2.7.5.3. Staff / Students
• 5.2.7.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.2.7.6.1. Information on Labels
• 5.2.7.6.2. Labels on Decanted Containers
• 5.2.7.6.3. Labelling of Waste
• 5.3. Biohazards
• 5.3.1. Use of Animals
• 5.3.1.1. Purpose
• 5.3.1.2. Application
• 5.3.1.3. Legislation
• 5.3.1.4. References
• 5.3.1.5. Responsibilities
• 5.3.1.5.1. Deans and Heads of Academic and Administrative Departments
• 5.3.1.5.2. Managers and Supervisors
• 5.3.1.5.3. All Employees
• 5.3.1.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.3.1.6.1. Personal Protections for Working with Animals
• 5.3.1.6.2. Special Consideration Animals
• 5.3.1.6.3. Pregnancy and Work with Animals
• 5.3.1.6.4. Work Requiring Immunisation
• 5.3.1.6.5. Biological Permits
• 5.3.2. Biohazard Committee
• 5.3.2.1. Purpose
• 5.3.2.2. Application
• 5.3.2.3. Legislation
• 5.3.2.4. References
• 5.3.2.5. Responsibilities
• 5.3.2.5.1. Biohazard Committee
• 5.3.2.5.2. Biosafety Sub Committee
• 5.3.2.5.3. Gene Technology Committees
• 5.3.2.6. Procedures and Guidelines
• 5.3.2.6.1. Biohazard Committee Activities
• 5.3.2.6.2. Gene Technology Requirements
• 5.3.3. Importation of Biological Materials
• 5.3.3.1. Purpose
• 5.3.3.2. Application
• 5.3.3.3. Legislation
• 5.3.3.4. References
• 5.3.3.5. Responsibilities
• 5.3.3.5.1. Deans and Heads of Academic and Administrative Departments
• 5.3.3.5.2. Managers and Supervisors
• 5.3.3.5.3. Staff / Students
• 5.3.3.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.3.3.6.1. Importation Permits
• 5.3.3.6.2. Local Authorisation
• 5.3.3.6.3. Potential Problems Associated with the Importation of Biological Material
• 5.3.3.6.4. Further Information
• 5.3.4. Transport, Packaging and Disposal of Infectious Material
• 5.3.4.1. Purpose
• 5.3.4.2. Application
• 5.3.4.3. Legislation
• 5.3.4.4. References
• 5.3.4.5. Responsibilities
• 5.3.4.5.1. Deans and Heads of Academic and Administrative Departments
• 5.3.4.5.2. Managers and Supervisors
• 5.3.4.5.3. All Employees
• 5.3.4.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.3.4.6.1. Transport of Infectious Waste
• 5.3.4.6.2. Classification of Biological Materials
• 5.3.4.6.3. Packaging of Infectious Waste
• 5.3.5. Laboratory Guidelines - Sterilisation
• 5.3.5.1. Purpose
• 5.3.5.2. Application
• 5.3.5.3. Legislation
• 5.3.5.4. References
• 5.3.5.5. Responsibilities
• 5.3.5.5.1. Deans and Heads of Academic and Administrative Departments
• 5.3.5.5.2. Managers and Supervisors
• 5.3.5.5.3. Staff / Students
• 5.3.5.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.3.5.6.1. Sterilisation by Steam
• 5.3.5.6.2. Disinfection and Sterilisation by Heat
• 5.3.5.6.3. Disinfection by Chemical Agent
• 5.3.5.6.4. Selection of Disinfectants
• 5.3.6. Spill Response
• 5.3.6.1. Purpose
• 5.3.6.2. Application
• 5.3.6.3. Legislation
• 5.3.6.4. References
• 5.3.6.5. Responsibilities
• 5.3.6.5.1. Managers and Supervisors
• 5.3.6.5.2. Staff / Students
• 5.3.6.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.3.6.6.1. Spills in Laboratory Areas
• 5.3.6.6.2. Spills Inside Biological Safety Cabinets
• 5.3.6.6.3. Spills Inside Centrifuges
• 5.3.7. Equipment for Handling Biological Materials
• 5.3.7.1. Purpose
• 5.3.7.2. Application
• 5.3.7.3. Legislation
• 5.3.7.4. References
• 5.3.7.5. Responsibilities
• 5.3.7.5.1. Managers and Supervisors
• 5.3.7.5.2. Staff / Students
• 5.3.7.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.3.7.6.1. Centrifuges
• 5.3.7.6.2. Refrigerators and Freezers
• 5.3.7.6.3. Biological Safety Cabinets
• 5.3.7.6.4. Servicing Equipment
• 5.3.7.6.5. Malfunction of Equipment
• 5.3.8. Work Practices
• 5.3.8.1. Purpose
• 5.3.8.2. Application
• 5.3.8.3. Legislation
• 5.3.8.4. References
• 5.3.8.5. Responsibilities
• 5.3.8.5.1. Deans and Heads of Academic and Administrative Departments
• 5.3.8.5.2. Managers and Supervisors
• 5.3.8.5.3. Staff Students
• 5.3.8.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.3.8.6.1. Laboratory Accommodation
• 5.3.8.6.2. Safe Work Practices
• 5.3.9. Laboratory Hygiene
• 5.3.9.1. Purpose
• 5.3.9.2. Application
• 5.3.9.3. Legislation
• 5.3.9.4. References
• 5.3.9.5. Responsibilities
• 5.3.9.5.1. Deans and Heads of Academic and Administrative Departments
• 5.3.9.5.2. Managers and Supervisors
• 5.3.9.5.3. Staff / Students
• 5.3.9.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.3.9.6.1. Handling Potential Sources of Contamination
• 5.3.9.6.2. Precautions for Laboratory Workers
• 5.3.9.6.3. First Aid
• 5.3.9.6.4. Reporting Incidents
• 5.4. Non-Ionising Electromagnetic Radiation, Including Sound
• 5.4.1. Protection for Non-Ionising Radiation
• 5.4.1.1. Purpose
• 5.4.1.2. Application
• 5.4.1.3. Legislation
• 5.4.1.4. References
• 5.4.1.5. Definitions
• 5.4.1.6. Responsibilities
• 5.4.1.6.1. Managers and Department Radiation Safety Officer's (D.R.S.O's)
• 5.4.1.6.2. Departments in Control of Equipment that emits Non-Ionizing Electromagnetic Radiation
• 5.4.1.6.3. Staff / Students
• 5.4.1.7. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.4.1.7.1. Safe Guarding Requirements
• 5.4.1.7.2. Extremely Low Frequency Electric Fields (ELFEF)
• 5.4.1.7.3. Types of Radiation
• 5.5. Ionising Radiation
• 5.5.1. Radiation Management Plan
• 5.5.1.1. Purpose
• 5.5.1.2. Application
• 5.5.1.3. Legislation
• 5.5.1.4. References
• 5.5.1.5. Responsibilities
• 5.5.1.5.1. University Radiation Adviser
• 5.5.1.5.2. Radiation Safety Committee
• 5.5.1.5.3. Head of Department
• 5.5.1.5.4. Departmental Radiation Safety Officer
• 5.5.1.5.5. Staff / Students
• 5.5.1.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.5.1.6.1. Assessment of Risk
• 5.5.1.6.2. Control Measures
• 5.5.1.6.3. Justification
• 5.5.1.6.4. Training
• 5.5.1.6.5. Plan Requirements
• 5.5.1.6.6. Penalties
• 5.5.1.6.7. Contact Details
• 5.5.2. Licencing Requirements
• 5.5.2.1. Purpose
• 5.5.2.2. Application
• 5.5.2.3. Legislation
• 5.5.2.4. References
• 5.5.2.5. Responsibilities
• 5.5.2.5.1. Radiation Adviser, Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 5.5.2.5.2. Heads of Department / Departmental Radiation Safety Officers
• 5.5.2.5.3. Staff / Students
• 5.5.2.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.5.2.6.1. Management License
• 5.5.2.6.2. Operator Licenses
• 5.5.2.6.3. Unit and Sealed Source Licenses
• 5.5.3. Purchasing Procedures
• 5.5.3.1. Purpose
• 5.5.3.2. Application
• 5.5.3.3. Legislation
• 5.5.3.4. References
• 5.5.3.5. Responsibilities
• 5.5.3.5.1. Departmental managers, supervisors and DRSO's
• 5.5.3.6. Staff / Students
• 5.5.3.7. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.5.4. Storage and Handling of Radionuclides
• 5.5.4.1. Purpose
• 5.5.4.2. Application
• 5.5.4.3. Legislation
• 5.5.4.4. References
• 5.5.4.5. Responsibilities
• 5.5.4.5.1. Department Managers, Supervisors and DRSO's
• 5.5.4.5.2. Staff / Students
• 5.5.4.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.5.4.6.1. Training
• 5.5.4.6.2. Monitoring
• 5.5.4.6.3. Monitoring Equipment
• 5.5.4.6.4. Reduction of Hazards
• 5.5.4.6.5. Transport and Storage
• 5.5.4.6.6. Shielding
• 5.5.4.6.7. Decontamination and Wipe Tests
• 5.5.4.6.8. Disposal
• 5.5.5. Emergency Procedures
• 5.5.5.1. Purpose
• 5.5.5.2. Application
• 5.5.5.3. Legislation
• 5.5.5.4. References
• 5.5.5.5. Responsibilities
• 5.5.5.5.1. Department Managers, Supervisors and DRSO's
• 5.5.5.5.2. Staff and Students
• 5.5.5.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.5.5.6.1. Emergency Requirements
• 5.5.5.6.2. Hazard Identification
• 5.5.5.6.3. Possible Emergency Scenarios
• 5.5.5.6.4. Medical Care for Radiation Exposure Victims
• 5.6. Electrical Safety
• 5.7. Mechanical
• 5.7.1. Safe Use of Ducted Fume Cupboards
• 5.7.1.1. Purpose
• 5.7.1.2. Application
• 5.7.1.3. Legislation
• 5.7.1.4. References
• 5.7.1.5. Responsibilities
• 5.7.1.5.1. Laboratory, managers, department managers and supervisors
• 5.7.1.5.2. Property anc Campus Services
• 5.7.1.5.3. All Employees
• 5.7.1.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 5.7.2. Plant Regulations
• 5.7.2.1. Purpose
• 5.7.2.2. Application
• 5.7.2.3. Legislation
• 5.7.2.4. References
• 5.7.2.5. Responsibilities
• 5.7.2.5.1. Suppliers Including Importers
• 5.7.2.5.2. Supplier of Used Plant
• 5.7.2.5.3. Supplier of Hired Plant
• 5.7.2.5.4. Head of Department
• 5.7.2.5.5. Supervisor
• 5.7.2.5.6. Operators of Plant
• 5.7.2.6. Procedures and Guidelines
• 5.7.2.6.1. Plant Registration
• 5.7.2.6.2. Hazard Identification
• 5.7.2.6.3. Risk Control Measures
• 5.7.2.6.4. Guarding and Emergency Systems
• 5.7.2.6.5. Certificates of Competency
• 5.7.3. Withdrawl of Unsafe Equipment from Use
• 5.7.3.1. Purpose
• 5.7.3.2. Application
• 5.7.3.3. Legislation
• 5.7.3.4. References
• 5.7.3.5. Responsibilities
• 5.7.3.5.1. Managers and Supervisors
• 5.7.3.5.2. Staff, students, contractors and Visitors
• 5.7.3.6. Procedures and Guidelines
• 5.8. Waste Disposal

6. Emergency Response

• 6.1. Emergency Management Plans
• 6.2. Model Emergency Procedures
• 6.3. Emergency Evacuation Procedure - Duties
• 6.4. Evacuation of Mobility Impaired Persons
• 6.5. Conducting Trial Drills
• 6.6. Policy on Clearways in Corridors
• 6.6.1. Purpose
• 6.6.2. Application
• 6.6.3. Legislation
• 6.6.4. References
• 6.6.5. Responsibilities
• 6.6.5.1. Head of Department
• 6.6.5.2. All Employees
• 6.6.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 6.7. Installed Fire Protection Systems
• 6.7.1. Purpose
• 6.7.2. Application
• 6.7.3. Legislation
• 6.7.4. References
• 6.7.5. Responsibilities
• 6.7.5.1. Property planning and development
• 6.7.5.2. Maintenance
• 6.7.5.3. All Employees
• 6.7.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 6.8. Portable Fire Fighting Equipment
• 6.8.1. Purpose
• 6.8.2. Application
• 6.8.3. Legislation
• 6.8.4. References
• 6.8.5. Responsibilities
• 6.8.5.1. Staff Development and Training Unit
• 6.8.5.2. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 6.8.5.3. Maintenance
• 6.8.5.4. Departmental Managers
• 6.8.5.5. All Employees
• 6.8.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 6.9. Safety Signage
• 6.10. Spill Control
• 6.10.1. Policy
• 6.10.2. Application
• 6.10.3. Legislation
• 6.10.4. References
• 6.10.5. Responsibilities
• 6.10.5.1. Head of Department
• 6.10.5.2. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 6.10.5.3. Staff / Students
• 6.10.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 6.10.6.1. Undertaking Risk Assessments
• 6.10.6.2. Preparing for Spills
• 6.10.6.3. Cleaning the Spill

7. Specialised Hazards

• 7.1. Off Campus Travel and Work Policy
• 7.1.1. Purpose
• 7.1.2. Application
• 7.1.3. Legislation
• 7.1.4. References
• 7.1.5. Definitions
• 7.1.6. Responsibilities
• 7.1.6.1. Deans, Heads of Department
• 7.1.6.2. Departmental Managers
• 7.1.6.3. Supervisors
• 7.1.6.4. Staff & Students
• 7.1.6.5. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 7.1.7. Procedure and Guidelines
• 7.1.7.1. Assess your fitness for Travel and Participation
• 7.1.7.2. Mode of Transport
• 7.1.7.3. Assess the Location
• 7.1.7.4. Assess and Control Risks of the Activity
• 7.1.7.5. Placement and Fieldwork Guides
• 7.1.7.6. Insurance and Privacy Guidelines
• 7.2. Diving Safety Rules
• 7.2.1. Purpose
• 7.2.2. Application
• 7.2.3. Legislation
• 7.2.4. References
• 7.2.5. Responsibilities
• 7.2.5.1. Department Managers and Supervisors
• 7.2.5.2. Staff and Students
• 7.2.6. Procedures and Guidelines
• 7.2.6.1. Equipment
• 7.2.6.2. Diving Records and Certification
• 7.2.6.3. Diving Medical Certificate
• 7.2.6.4. Recommended Diving Practice
• 7.2.6.5. Dving Incidents
• 7.3. Requirements for Working in Confined Spaces
• 7.4. Driving Safety
• 7.4.1. Purpose
• 7.4.2. Application
• 7.4.3. Legislation
• 7.4.4. References
• 7.4.5. Responsibilities
• 7.4.5.1. Deans and Heads of Departments
• 7.4.5.2. Supervisors
• 7.4.5.3. Employees driving whilst on University Business
• 7.4.6. Procedures and Guidelines
• 7.4.6.1. General Duties of Drivers
• 7.4.6.2. Accidents
• 7.4.6.3. Using University Fleet Vehicles
• 7.4.6.4. Using University Departmental Vehicles
• 7.4.6.5. Insurance Information
• 7.4.7. Safety Driving Requirements
• 7.4.7.1. Driver Safety
• 7.4.7.2. Avoid Fatigue
• 7.5. Working at Heights
• 7.5.1. Purpose
• 7.5.2. Application
• 7.5.3. Legislation
• 7.5.4. References
• 7.5.5. Definitions
• 7.5.6. Responsibitities and Procedures

8. Occupational Health

• 8.1. Pregnancy
• 8.1.1. Pregnancy and Work with Certain Substances
• 8.1.1.1. Purpose
• 8.1.1.2. Application
• 8.1.1.3. Legislation
• 8.1.1.4. References
• 8.1.1.5. Responsibilities
• 8.1.1.5.1. Laboratory Managers, Supervisors
• 8.1.1.5.2. All Laboratory or Workshop Employees capable of being pregnant
• 8.1.1.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 8.1.1.6.1. Explaining Hazardous Chemicals
• 8.1.1.6.2. Limiting Exposure
• 8.1.1.6.3. Safe Work Procedures
• 8.1.1.6.4. Reproductive Hazards Posed by Workplace Exposure
• 8.1.1.6.5. Notification of Pregnancy
• 8.1.1.6.6. Maternity Leave
• 8.1.2. Working with Ionising Radiation while Pregnant
• 8.1.2.1. Purpose
• 8.1.2.2. Application
• 8.1.2.3. Legislation
• 8.1.2.4. References
• 8.1.2.5. Responsibilities
• 8.1.2.5.1. Department Managers, Supervisors and DRSO's
• 8.1.2.5.2. Pregnant Worker
• 8.1.2.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 8.2. Workplace Health
• 8.2.1. Asbestos Policy
• 8.2.1.1. Purpose
• 8.2.1.2. Application
• 8.2.1.3. Legislation
• 8.2.1.4. References
• 8.2.1.5. Responsibilities
• 8.2.1.5.1. Property & Campus Services
• 8.2.1.5.2. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 8.2.1.5.3. Departmental Managers
• 8.2.1.5.4. Maintenance Staff / Contractors
• 8.2.1.5.5. Staff
• 8.2.1.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 8.2.2. Control of Legionnaires Disease
• 8.2.3. Smoking in the Workplace
• 8.2.4. Thermal Comfort Policy
• 8.2.4.1. Purpose
• 8.2.4.2. Application
• 8.2.4.3. Legislation
• 8.2.4.4. References
• 8.2.4.5. Responsibilities
• 8.2.4.5.1. Managers / Supervisors
• 8.2.4.5.2. Staff / Students
• 8.2.4.5.3. Property and Campus Services
• 8.2.4.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 8.2.4.6.1. Procedures to minimise thermal discomfort
• 8.2.4.6.2. Safety Information
• 8.2.4.6.3. Working Outdoors
• 8.2.4.6.4. Cessation of Work
• 8.2.4.6.5. Staff Suffering Heat Stress
• 8.2.5. Alcohol and Drugs in the Workplace
• 8.2.6. Selection and Use of Personal Protective Equipment
• 8.2.6.1. Purpose
• 8.2.6.2. Application
• 8.2.6.3. Legislation
• 8.2.6.4. References
• 8.2.6.5. Responsibilities
• 8.2.6.5.1. Department Managers and Supervisors
• 8.2.6.5.2. Property and Campus Services Project Officer
• 8.2.6.5.3. Staff / Students
• 8.2.6.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 8.2.6.6.1. Conducting Risk Assessments for PPE
• 8.2.6.6.2. Basic PPE
• 8.2.6.6.3. Other PPE
• 8.2.6.6.4. Sterility Protection
• 8.2.6.6.5. Requirements for Health Monitoring
• 8.2.7. Workplace Cleanliness
• 8.2.7.1. Purpose
• 8.2.7.2. Application
• 8.2.7.3. Legislation
• 8.2.7.4. References
• 8.2.7.5. Responsibilities
• 8.2.7.5.1. Head of Department / Department Manager
• 8.2.7.5.2. Supervisors
• 8.2.7.5.3. Staff / Students
• 8.2.7.5.4. Property & Campus Services
• 8.2.7.5.5. Contract Cleaning Staff
• 8.2.7.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 8.2.7.6.1. Eating Facilities
• 8.2.7.6.2. Change rooms
• 8.2.7.6.3. Washing Facilities
• 8.2.7.6.4. Drinking Water
• 8.2.7.6.5. General Cleanliness
• 8.2.7.6.6. Cleaning Procedures
• 8.2.7.6.7. Spillage involving human material
• 8.2.7.6.8. Incidents Involving Syringes
• 8.2.7.6.9. Waste Removal
• 8.3. Manual Handling
• 8.3.1. Manual Handling
• 8.3.1.1. Purpose
• 8.3.1.2. Application
• 8.3.1.3. Legislation
• 8.3.1.4. References
• 8.3.1.5. Responsibilities
• 8.3.1.5.1. Heads of Department
• 8.3.1.5.2. Laboratory Managers and Supervisors
• 8.3.1.5.3. Staff / Students
• 8.3.1.5.4. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 8.3.1.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 8.3.1.6.1. Introduction
• 8.3.1.6.2. Identification
• 8.3.1.6.3. Assessment
• 8.3.1.6.4. Control
• 8.3.1.6.5. Training
• 8.3.2. Ergonomic Principles for Screen Based Work
• 8.3.2.1. Purpose
• 8.3.2.2. Application
• 8.3.2.3. Legislation
• 8.3.2.4. References
• 8.3.2.5. Responsibilities
• 8.3.2.5.1. Head of Department
• 8.3.2.5.2. Departmental Managers and Supervisors
• 8.3.2.5.3. Staff / Students
• 8.3.2.5.4. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 8.3.2.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 8.3.2.6.1. Seating
• 8.3.2.6.2. Workstations
• 8.3.2.6.3. Computing Equipment
• 8.3.2.6.4. Access Spaces
• 8.3.2.6.5. Lighting
• 8.3.2.6.6. Other Ergonomic Considerations
• 8.3.3. Preventing Occupational Overuse Injuries
• 8.3.3.1. Purpose
• 8.3.3.2. Application
• 8.3.3.3. Legislation
• 8.3.3.4. References
• 8.3.3.5. Responsibilities
• 8.3.3.5.1. Department Managers and Supervisors
• 8.3.3.5.2. Occupational Health Unit
• 8.3.3.5.3. Counselling Services
• 8.3.3.5.4. Sport and Physical Recreation Centre
• 8.3.3.5.5. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 8.3.3.5.6. Staff / Students
• 8.3.3.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 8.3.3.6.1. Understanding Occupational Overuse Syndrome
• 8.3.3.6.2. Preventing Occupational Overuse Injuries
• 8.3.3.6.3. VDUs and Radiation
• 8.4. Medical Services
• 8.4.1. Medical Surveillance Programs
• 8.4.1.1. Purpose
• 8.4.1.2. Application
• 8.4.1.3. Legislation
• 8.4.1.4. References
• 8.4.1.5. Responsibilities
• 8.4.1.5.1. Occupational Health Service
• 8.4.1.5.2. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 8.4.1.5.3. Managers and Supervisors
• 8.4.1.5.4. All Employees
• 8.4.1.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 8.4.1.6.1. Requirements to Disclose Information
• 8.4.1.6.2. Services of Occupational Health
• 8.4.1.6.3. Other Health Issues
• 8.4.2. Provision of First Aid Facilities
• 8.4.3. Provision of First Aid Treatment
• 8.5. WorkCover
• 8.6. Control of Noise
• 8.6.1. Purpose
• 8.6.2. Application
• 8.6.3. Legislation
• 8.6.4. References
• 8.6.4.1. Definitions
• 8.6.5. Responsibilities
• 8.6.5.1. Head of Department
• 8.6.5.2. Supervisor
• 8.6.5.3. Health and Safety Representative
• 8.6.5.4. Employees
• 8.6.5.5. Environment Health and Safety Unit
• 8.6.6. Procedure and Guidelines
• 8.6.6.1. Noise risk Identification Assessment and Control
• 8.6.6.2. Sample Noise Control Plan
• 8.6.6.3. Hierarchy of Control
• 8.6.6.4. Selection and use of Hearing Protection
• 8.6.6.5. Audiological Examinations
• 8.6.6.6. Hearing Protection Signage
• 8.6.6.7. Controlling Environmental Noise
• 8.6.6.8. Controlling Nuisance Noise

Appendix A: Forms

• A.1. Incident Report Form (S3)
• A.2. Quick Reference Sheet
• A.3. Training Requirements for EHS
• A.4. Office / Workstation Environment / Safety Inspection
• A.5. Laboratory Environment / Safety Inspection
• A.6. Workshop Environment / Safety Inspection
• A.7. Risk Assessment - 2D Model
• A.8. Risk Assessment - 3D Model
• A.9. Poisons Control Plan
• A.10. Fume Cupboard Clearance for Inspection, Maintenance and Repairs
• A.11. Disposal of Hazardous Wastes
• A.12. Plant Hazard Identification
• A.13. Phone Threat
• A.14. Conducting Emergency Drills
• A.15. Manual Handling Identification
• A.16. First Aid Information
• A.17. First Aid Assessment Form
• A.18. Keyboard Workstation Assessment Checklist
• A.19. After Hours Person or Equipment Form
• A.20. Noise Hazard Identification
• A.21. Incident Reporting Flow Chart
• A.22. Chemical Assessment
• A.23. Medical Questionnaire for Off Campus Activities
• A.24. Overseas Travel Guidelines
• A.25. Communication Plan - Legionella
• A.26. EHS Review Schedule - Cyclic Events Checklist
• A.27. Guideline Form For Off Campus Travel And Work Policy
• A.28. EHS Management Plan Template

Appendix B: Attachments

• B.1. Records Management
• B.2. Internal Audit Schedule
• B.3. Health & Safety Representatives
• B.4. Environment, Health and Safety Coordinator / Management Representative / Staff Environment Advocate
• B.5. Fume Cupboard Clearance Contacts
• B.6. Ergonomic Design Standards
• B.7. Information on Environment Health and Safety Noticeboards

Appendix C: New Environment Health and Safety Manual

List of Tables

• Table 1: University of Melbourne Environmental Commitments and Responsible Units.
• Table 2: Frequency of Review
• Table 3: Frequency of Review of Faculty/Administrative Division Documents
• Table 4: Incompatible classes
• Table 5: Choosing a disinfectant
• Table 6: Exposure Limits to Electromagnetic Fields
• Table 7:
• Table 8:
• Table 9:
• Table 10: Commonly used chemicals

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