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Induction Overview •
Contractors are only permitted to work at the CitiPower Centre following a successful completion of the induction process. The induction certificate will remain current for up to 2 years, with annual recertification required by 30 September each year.
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There are five steps to completing the induction process: 1. Complete the contractor induction 2. Successfully complete the assessment (must achieve 80% or higher), have your company supervisor sign the certificate. 3. Receive your contractor induction certificate and present to VCCC contact; and 4. Complete a site specific induction (at the CitiPower Centre) 5. A Contractor induction card will be prepared for you; 6. Sign in each time you attend the Venue and ensure you carry your Contractor Induction card whilst working at the Venue.
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Introduction Welcome to Cricket Victoria’s contractor induction course. All contractors working at the CitiPower Centre are required to complete this course before commencing work at the CitiPower Centre. The aim of this induction course is to outline your obligations with regards to: •
Safety and Hazards
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Emergency Evacuation;
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Security procedures in the workplace; and
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Risk Management
The induction course also explains general site information that contractors are required to know and comply with at all time when performing work at the CitiPower Centre.
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Learning Objectives There are several learning objectives associated with this course. Upon completion of the induction course you should understand: ü Your responsibilities and commitment required to work health and safety; ü The risk management model at the CitiPower Centre which include: Ø Identify hazards; Ø Assess the risks; Ø Decide on control measures; Ø Implement controls; and Ø Monitor control measures.
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About the CitiPower Centre Cricket Victoria employs up to 50 contractors on an annual basis to support the operation of the CitiPower Centre. It is essential that all personnel entering the Venue are aware of their responsibilities in relation to work health and safety. the CitiPower Centre is a workplace, and due to the nature of the work, venues can be hazardous even to those who are familiar with them. We urge you to exercise caution at all times. Cricket Victoria requires compliance with safe, secure and environmentally sound work procedures and practices by all persons operating within the CitiPower Centre.
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Obligations in the Workplace Entry to the CitiPower Centre is granted on the understanding that each person is aware of their obligations under relevant legislation. As a contractor and visitor you have the following obligations in the workplace: ü To comply with the instructions given for work health and safety in the workplace by venue management and, where applicable, your employer; ü To use personal protective equipment where it is required; ü Not to wilfully or recklessly interfere or misuse anything provided for work health and safety at the workplace; ü Not to wilfully place at risk the work health and safety of any person at the workplace; and ü Not to wilfully injure yourself
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Work Health and Safety Responsibilities
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Responsibility Safe Work practices are everyone’s business Cricket Victoria is committed to ensuring a safe and healthy environment for everyone. In return, Cricket Victoria expects everyone to do their job in a manner that is safe and without risk of harm to themselves or others. No job should be so important that it puts your health and safety, or others, at risk! 1.
Every person has the right to a safe and healthy working environment
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Each individual has a responsibility to preserve and improve work health and safety (WHS)
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Compliance with all relevant WHS legislation and Cricket Victoria Policies and procedures is a precondition of entry to work at the CitiPower Centre
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If you are in doubt of any of Cricket Victoria’s work health and safety (WHS) standards or have any questions about WHS, talk to your nominated venue contact.
Under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic), Cricket Victoria is obliged to ensure, so far as reasonably practicable, the health and safety of employees, contractors and visitors. (refer to the related links page for further information). 8
Laws and Regulations Understand the Acts and Regulations and your responsibilities. Copies of the Victorian Acts and Regulations are available at the Victorian Law Today website. Acts • Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2013 • Accident Compensation Act 1985 • Accident Compensation (Occupational Health and Safety) Act 1996 • Workers Compensation Act 1958 • Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 • Equipment (Public Safety) Act 1994 • Dangerous Goods Act 1985 Regulations Regulations set out mandatory requirements under the Acts: • Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Regulations 2014 • Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2017 • Equipment (Public Safety) Regulations 2017 • Dangerous Goods (Storage and Handling) Regulations 2012 • Dangerous Goods (Transport by Road or Rail) Regulations 2018 • Dangerous Goods (Explosives) Regulations 2011 • Dangerous Goods (HCDG) Regulations 2016 • Magistrates' Court (Occupational Health and Safety) Rules 2015
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Cricket Victoria’s approach to Risk Management When working at the CitiPower Centre you may find Cricket Victoria’s approach to Risk Management useful in maintaining your safety in the workplace.
Identify Hazards
Risk Management is a tool which can be used to help minimise or prevent accidents, incidents or near misses. It is a process that is systematically divided into a number of steps: 1.
Identify hazards
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Assess the level of risk for each hazard
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Decide on control measures
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Implement controls; and
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Monitor controls to be put in place to reduce the risk
As a contractor you will be assessed on your demonstrated commitment to workplace safety as well as the standard of your work. Always follow the documented Safe System of Work (Safety Management Plan) and Safe Work Method Statements.
Monitor control measures
Implement controls
Assess the Risks
Decide on control measures
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Step 1 – Identify Safety Hazards Identify Safety Hazards Common Hazards
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Step 1 Identify Safety Hazards Safety Hazards Everybody has a responsibility to report hazards in the workplace. What is a Hazard? A hazard is a situation that poses a level of risk to life, health, property or environment. The likelihood of a hazard actually resulting in damages is called risk. Uncontrolled hazards have the potential to result in an incident – an injury, illness or damage, near miss, property damage, and environmental events. Types of Hazards Some hazards are obvious – some are not: •
Physical – Electrical, machinery and plant, working at height, manual handling, noise, smoking, alcohol, drugs etc.
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Chemical – Solvents, corrosives, toxic gases and fumes, oils etc.
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Biological – Bacteria, viruses, mould, insects, vermin etc. 12
Safety Hazards - Electrical
Electrical safety hazards may include (but are not limited to) any of the following: Ø Working on live power Ø Not isolating electrical circuits; Ø Burns from hot lights; Ø Exposed electrical wires; Ø Temporary wiring not buried or covered appropriately or strung from trees; Ø Equipment close to electrical overhead lines; Ø Modifications to electrical equipment; or Ø Unlicensed/ inexperienced contractors working with electricity.
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Safety Hazards – Machinery and Plant The term Plant and Machinery means all plant and machinery, equipment, fittings, installations and apparatus, tools, motor vehicles and all other similar assets (other than any assets that are deemed by law to be immoveable property). Each plant item presents its own hazards and should only be used if you have been trained and are qualified (where appropriate) to operate the item. Ø DO NOT operate under the influence of alcohol/ drugs (may include prescription drugs). Ø Only use equipment for its designed purpose and if guards are fitted, do not tamper with these and ensure they are correctly and securely fitted PRIOR to operating machinery. Ø Follow any specific procedures Ø Use suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) Hazards from machinery and plant may include (but not limited to): 1. Mechanical Hazards – machinery and equipment failure that can cause entanglement, crushing, severing, cutting or puncturing, slips, trips and falls. 2. Non- Mechanical Hazards – dust, explosives or flammable atmospheres, high intensity light, heavy metals, steam and Ionising radiation. 3. Access – hazards from mobile machinery and equipment in areas where people may gain access, or hazards arising from the physical spaces that the machinery is located including enclosed areas and spaces.
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Safety Hazards - Working at Height •
Falls from even moderate heights can leave workers with permanent and debilitating injuries.
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The risk of serious injury or death from a fall increases significantly if you are working at heights over two metres.
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While falls can occur in all industries, they are most common in construction, manufacturing, community services, trade, communications, transport and storage.
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The prevention of falls part of the OHS Regulations applies when there is a risk of a fall of more than 2 metres.
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Typical falls that cause death and injury include those resulting from: • Using unsafe or incomplete scaffolds • Inappropriate ladders/ ladder use • Falling from or through roofs • Falling from trucks • Accessing shelving • Accessing mezzanine areas https://content.api.worksafe.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/2018-06/ISBN-Falls-preventionguide-2017-06.pdf
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Safety Hazards – Manual Handling Manual Handling is work where you have to life, lower, push, pull, carry or move something such as lifting boxes. It is the biggest cause of injuries in Victorian workplaces. It involves: •
Repeated, sustained or high force
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Sustained awkward posture
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Repetitive movements
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Exposure to sustained vibration
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Handling people or animals
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Loads that are unstable, unbalanced or hard to hold
Compliance code: Hazardous manual handling This compliance code provides practical guidance on how to comply with your obligations under Victoria’s occupational health and safety legislation to manage risks associated with hazardous manual handling. For more information visit the WorkSafe Victoria website: Ref: https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/resources/compliancecode-hazardous-manual-handling 16
Safety Hazards - Noise What damage can noise cause? Noise can have temporary and permanent effects. Noise can affect the nerve cells in your inner ear, causing a temporary reduction in hearing. Most temporary hearing loss recovers in 24 hours under quiet conditions. There may be ringing or buzzing in your ear too (called tinnitus). Repeated exposure to loud noise over time may cause permanent hearing loss. This is called noise-induced hearing loss, and it usually happens over many years. Noise-induced hearing loss reduces a person’s ability to hear high pitched sounds. How much hearing loss a person has depends on the noise level, how long they are exposed to it, and their susceptibility. Noise-induced hearing loss can also come from sudden loud noises, like explosions, gun shots or heavy hammering. If the noise is loud enough the damage can be immediate. Noise-induced hearing loss can’t be repaired. Noise exposure standard The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2017 (OHS Regulations) set a noise exposure standard for workplaces. If employees are exposed to noise that is above this standard, the workplace is too noisy. For more information on Noise Hazards refer to the WorkSafe Victoria website: Ref https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/noise-safety-basics
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Safety Hazards – Smoking, alcohol, Drugs The use of illegal drugs or alcohol consumption inhibits judgement and your ability to perform your job safely and may result in the risk of injury to yourself, other contractors, venue staff and members of the public. •
You must not attend the CitiPower Centre if you are under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs. Anyone affected by alcohol or drugs will not be allowed to work at the Venue.
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You must report to the Venue & Facilities Manager any prescription or over the counter drugs you are taking that may affect your judgement, performance or personal demeaner.
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Illicit drugs and alcohol are NOT allowed to be taken into the CitiPower Centre or in any official Cricket Victoria vehicles.
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the CitiPower Centre is a non-smoking venue. Under no circumstances are you to smoke within four (4) metres of the entrance to the CitiPower Centre.
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Safety Hazards – Hazardous Substances Hazardous substances are substances that have the potential to harm people’s health. They can be solids, liquids or gases and, when used in the workplace, they are often in the form of fumes, dusts, mists and vapours. Examples of hazardous substances include: • acute toxins such as cyanide • substances harmful after repeated or prolonged exposure such as mercury and silica • corrosives such as sulphuric acid and caustic soda • • •
irritants such as ammonia sensitising agents such as isocyanates, and carcinogens (cancer-causing substances) such as benzene and vinyl chloride. A substance is defined as hazardous if: •
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it is listed on the national Hazardous Substances Information System and the concentration of the substance or its ingredients equals or exceeds the listed concentration cut-off levels, or it meets the criteria set out in the national Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances.
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Safety Hazards – Slips, Trips and Falls Slips, trips or falls can occur at a workplace, and can lead to musculoskeletal injuries (e.g. sprains, strains, fractures and soft tissue injuries). Common sources of risk in internal environments include: • uneven floor areas • • •
poorly maintained floor surfaces slippery floor surfaces (e.g. from cleaning products and /or methods of cleaning) wet or dry floors from water, grease, oil, dust or paper
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cluttered or poorly lit work areas or passages no aids or inappropriate aids to reach objects stored above the ground (e.g. standing on chairs to reach objects) • spills. Common sources of risk in other locations include: • •
poor lighting (e.g. when getting in or out of vehicles) weather (e.g. frost, rain, heat)
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wearing footwear that does not match the environmental conditions uneven ground surfaces growth of plant material (e.g. moss, lichen, grass)
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Safety Hazards – Confined spaces Spaces with limited or restricted means of entry and exit and may contain harmful atmospheres or stored substances are defined as confined spaces. Examples of potential confined spaces can include vats, tanks and silos, pipes and ducts, underground sewers and wells shafts, trenches, tunnels and pits. Working in confined spaces can be extremely dangerous. Some of the risks include: • loss of consciousness, injury or death due to contaminants in the air • fire or explosion from the ignition of flammable contaminants • •
suffocation caused by a lack of oxygen enhanced combustibility and spontaneous combustion
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suffocation or crushing after being engulfed by loose materials stored in the space, such as sand, grain, fertiliser, coal and woodchips.
It’s not uncommon for incidents involving confined spaces to result in multiple fatalities. Other workers, unaware of the risks, often enter a space to rescue a victim, but are then also overcome by toxic fumes or gases.
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Step 2 – Assess the risks Determine levels of risk and prioritising actions
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Risk Assessment Risk Assessment involves determining the level or risk associated with each task and prioritising action to control any identified risk. The most common method of assessing risk involves considering the Likelihood and Consequences of an incident occurring in the workplace. Cricket Victoria works to eliminate where possible and minimise risks by putting safety controls in place. Contractor Responsibilities Contractors are require to provide documentation of risk assessments and appropriate safe work methods to be used for each work request or project. The documentation shall include information on the types of hazards associated with the work and the measures that will be undertaken to reduce the risks. Key Points ü All contractors must comply with Cricket Victoria requirements ü Contractors are assessed on their willingness to work in a safe manner as well as quality of work ü Non-compliance is taken very seriously ü Cricket Victoria will direct contractors to correct unsafe work practices or cease work immediately ü Contractors may be asked to leave the site if safety procedures are violated. 23
Step 3 – Decide on control measures Risk Control and Review
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Control Measures Risk Control and Review involves: •
Making decisions about which measures or actions will control or eliminate exposure to identified risks;
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Implementing the control measures; and
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Following up to ensure they are effective in reducing the risk.
Hierarchy of Control This hierarchy of control to be followed in sequence to manage common hazards: 1. Elimination – work to eliminate the hazards 2. Substitute – replace with less hazardous material, equipment or substance 3. Redesign – look at work process and change to reduce risk 4. Isolate – separate the hazard from the person(s) 5. Administrative – training, supervision, instructions, signage 6. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – worn by individuals as a barrier between themselves and the hazard.
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General requirements Contractors must submit their Safety Management Plan to their point of contact at VCCC before the start of any works. Cricket Victoria will assess the suitability of the plan The Safe Work Statement must also be submitted giving details of risk assessment and appropriate work methods to be used for each work request or project. It must include: Ăź Types of hazards associated with the work; and Ăź Measures that will be taken to reduce risks All contractors must have appropriate training and be licenced to carry out the work they do
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Step 4 – Implement Controls
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Implement Controls Permission to work: •
Cricket Victoria require all contractors provide the appropriate documentation before the commencement of any work at the venue.
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These activities are particularly relevant to contracts working in the following areas: • Confined Spaces • Isolation energy sources • Hot works • Excavations and Trenching • Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) • Working at Height
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As outlined in the contractor site-manual, the Venue & Facilities Manager or delegate is responsible for the approval of all contractors to work onsite. Please ensure they are notified prior to commencing any planned works.
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No hazardous or high risk work is allowed to be commenced without the appropriate paperwork and permissions.
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Controls The Contractor site-manual outlines a number of mandatory controls that all contractors must adhere to 1. Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) are used to detail high risk work, including any anticipated hazards and planned controls to minimise the risk of an incident occurring. • SMWS must be completed for any work activities as defined in Victorian Work Health and Safety legislation and/ or where requested by Cricket Victoria. • For any construction project, a WHS Management Plan must be developed • Contractors are responsible for ensuring all applicable SWMS are developed and maintained for their work activities and are readily accessible to your workers. All Safe Work Method Statements MUST be submitted to your nominated contact at the CitiPower Centre prior to works commencing. Workers are required to cooperate with the employer’s efforts to make the workplace safe through (but not limited to) the following: •
following workplace safety policies and procedures
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Controls – Electrical In order to control the risk associated with electricity, the following control measures are to be implemented: •
Ensure only competent persons, such as appropriately licensed or registered electricians, carry out repairs to electrical installations
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Avoid overloading socket outlets or using socket adaptors that can cause fires
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Ensure power circuits are protected by the appropriate rated fuse or circuit breaker to prevent overloading (if a circuit overloads, do not increase the fuse rating as this creates a fire risk due to overheating)
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Use battery powered equipment instead of mains operated, where possible
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Do not • commence any work without conducting a safety check of electrical equipment • undertake any electrical isolation of electrical equipment without permission • Work on or near live electrical circuits or live distribution boards.
For more information refer to the WorkSafe Victoria information sheet: https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/electrical-safety
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Controls – Machinery and Equipment Contractors must: •
Not operate equipment they are not qualified to operate
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Wear appropriate personal protective equipment including suitable eye protection, hard hats, safety boots, gloves etc. as required by the applicable legislation, codes of practice and safe work methods.
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Ensure the environment presents minimum impediment to machinery and equipment operator - all temporary electrical leads, hoses or pipes are suitably supported and/or adequately protected to prevent industry to pedestrians and damage.
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Wherever possible use standard tools and equipment that are appropriate to the task
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Do a safety check of all tools and equipment before use • Machinery and equipment are of a sturdy construction, have necessary shut down controls in case of failure and are easy to inspect and maintain
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Controls – Working at Height In order to control the risk of fall – Worksafe Victoria suggest you work through the following steps: •
If possible undertake the work on the ground or on a solid construction
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Use a passive fall prevention device i.e. guard rail
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Use a work positioning system e.g. industrial rope access system or travel restraint system
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Install a fall arrest system – e.g. safety harness system
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Use a fixed or portable ladder, or implement administrative controls e.g. signs to prevent/ restrict access.
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All work undertaken at height must be done in accordance with the relevant Work Health and Safety Regulations (Victoria) https://content.api.worksafe.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files /2018-06/ISBN-Falls-prevention-guide-2017-06.pdf
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Controls – Manual Handling The Occupations Health and Safety Regulations 2017 set out specified risk control measures, to be used in order: 1. Eliminate the risk 2. Change the workplace or the work 3. Give employees information, instruction or training on how to reduce the risk of injuries Compliance code: Hazardous manual handling All contractors who undertake hazardous manual handling are required to understand their risks and obligations. Contractors should follow their company’s manual handling procedures at all times. Victoria’s compliance Code: Hazardous Manual Handling provides practical guidance on how to comply with your obligations under Victoria’s occupational health and safety legislation to manage risks associated with hazardous manual handling. For more information visit the WorkSafe Victoria website: Ref: https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/resources/compliance-code-hazardous-manual-handling
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Controls – Noise The OHS Regulations have specific requirements for the control of noise above the exposure standard. They set out specified risk control measures, to be used in order. All contractors are required to work through the necessary steps to control noise risks (The hierarchy of control). 1. Eliminate the source of the noise. You must always try to do this first. For example, stop using a noisy machine. 2. Use substitution or engineering controls to reduce noise exposure. You may need a combination of these measures. Substitution means using quieter plant or processes - for example replace hammering nails with a process for gluing wood. An example of an engineering control is building an enclosure around a noise source. 3. Use administrative controls (work systems) to reduce noise exposure. For example, rotate employees between noisy and quiet jobs. 4. Provide hearing protectors (like earmuffs or earplugs) to reduce noise exposure. For more information on Noise Hazards refer to the WorkSafe Victoria website: Ref https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/noise-safety-basics
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Controls – Smoking, alcohol, Drugs The Work Health and Safety requirements at the CitiPower Centre require that: •
all workers at the premises are aware of the rules in place concerning no-smoking, drinking alcohol or consuming illicit drugs in and around the venue.
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All employees are encouraged to recognise the adverse effects of alcohol or other drugs whilst on duty
Cricket Victoria also advocate that if you or your staff have any issues that the contracting organisation provide: •
Professional assistance to any employees who have been identified as having alcohol or drug related problems; and
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Counselling and discipline
No contractors will be permitted on site if they do not adhere to Cricket Victoria’s policies. the CitiPower Centre is a smoke free zone and no smoking is permitted within four (4) metres of the boundary of the Venue.
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Controls – Hazardous Substances While employers are required to provide adequate protection to their employees, you yourself have a general duty to take reasonable care for your own work and safety. All contractors are to be aware of their obligations in relation to ensuring they keep their workplace clear of hazards. In relation to Hazardous substances in the workplace: •
Contractors must submit a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) to their CV representative for each hazardous substance that is to be brought into the Venue and maintain a copy at the work site.
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All contract workers must bring on site and use only those chemicals that are specified in the Safe Work Method Statement. Use of any substitute chemicals is STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
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The storage, handling and use of chemicals and hazardous substances shall be in accordance with the WHS Regulations WorkCover Code of Practice Managing Risks of Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace.
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Clean-up materials must be provided in case of spillage. Rags, sawdust, or commercially available absorbent products can mop up liquid spills.
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Controls – Slips, Trips and Falls In order to reduce the risk of slips, trips and falls at a venue all contractors and employees need to consider the following systems are adhered to: •
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appropriate footwear is worn at all times warning signs are displayed when floors are wet spilled liquids and powders are cleaned up as quickly as possible tools and equipment do not block paths, walkways etc if leads must be trailed across a floor they should be taped down
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Identify any risks prior to commencement of work
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Ensure you aware of the process of reporting so safety issues can be identified and fixed as soon as possible
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Keep hallways and corridors clear
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Ensure access to suitable equipment to workers
https://content.api.worksafe.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/2018-06/ISBNPreventing-slips-trips-and-falls-health-and-safety-solution-2011-05.pdf
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Controls – Confined spaces First and foremost risk control pertaining to confined spaces is determining whether the work can be done without anyone having to enter the space in question. Should it be necessary to enter the space certain measures can be put in place, where possible: •
Reduce the number of people working in the space at any one time.
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Carry out any maintenance or repairs of plant in a workshop rather than in the space.
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Use respiratory protective equipment.
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Have in place appropriate emergency procedures for any work involving confined spaces.
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Consider carrying out atmospheric testing to check for toxic gases and vapors that cannot be seen or smelt.
Contractors that are required to enter a confined space are to have a fully compliant Confined Space Entry Procedure. The staff involved in the work must be fully trained in the company’s entry procedures and are to carry out any works in strict accordance with these procedures, the regulations and the standards. Under no circumstance are unauthorized persons permitted to enter a confined space. Persons requiring entry to such areas are to contact their Cricket Victoria representative. For more information: https://content.api.worksafe.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/2018-06/ISBN-Confined-spaces-guide2017-06.pdf
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Controls – Cleaning and Waste Cleaning and waste is not just cleanliness. It includes keeping all work areas neat and orderly, maintaining public spaces and work areas free of slip and trip hazards, removing waste materials and other fire hazards from work areas. What to do: • Keep walkways, public spaces and worksite locations clear of any hazards • Put all rubbish in appropriate waste receptacles • • •
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Clean up spills immediately – report any dangerous spills to the nominated venue contact Put equipment away when you are finished with it Report any hazards or unsafe conditions (e.g. damaged electrical cords, broken chairs or steps, raised carpet, faulty equipment etc) to your nominated contact at the CitiPower Centre. Keep any sharp objects in closed containers
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Asbestos Identifying Asbestos A number of structures at the CitiPower Centre were constructed prior to 1990 and asbestos containing materials are known to be present in a number of these structures. Common types of aspestos include roof and wall cladding, eave linings, ceiling panelling, insulating materials, electrical backing boards, power boxes, around pipes, within air conditioning ducts and other places. If there is any uncertainty about the presence of asbestos, it must be assumed that it is asbestos Demolition and refurbishment work Before commencing any construction or maintenance work, all contractors and CWF employees engaged in the work must consult the asbestos register to determine if any asbestos in the building(s) is likely to be disturbed by the intended activity. Only contractors licenced to work with Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) will be engaged to perform maintenance work where there is known ACM.
The fine print ‌. On 18 June 2017, the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2017 (OHS Regulations 2017) replaced the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2007 (OHS Regulations 2007), which expired on this date. The WorkSafe Victoria publication has not yet been updated to reflect the changes introduced by the OHS Regulations 2017 and should not be relied upon as a substitute for legal advice. Information on the key changes introduced by the OHS 2017 Regulations can be found in the guidance titled Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2017: Summary of changes available at https://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/ pdf_file/0011/207659/ISBNOHS-regulationssummary-of-changes-2017-04.pdf However, this guidance document contains material of a general nature only and is not to be used as a substitute for obtaining legal advice
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Controls - Asbestos Controlling risk If asbestos or a substance suspected to be asbestos is found while working: • do not touch it • stop working • report the find to the Project Manager • wait for further instructions Prohibited activity Due to the danger that it poses, the manufacture, supply, storage, transport, sale, use, re-use, installation and replacement of asbestos is banned across Australia. The law also prohibits the following in relation to asbestos in workplaces: • an employer, self-employed person or a person who manages or controls the workplace must not perform asbestos removal work, or arrange for it to be performed, unless the person doing the removal work is an approved licence holder (or an employee of a licence holder). • protective clothing contaminated with asbestos must not be removed from a workplace unless it is disposed of appropriately as soon as reasonably practicable or it is contained to be commercially laundered • brooms, brushes, high pressure water jets, power tools and similar instruments must not be used unless their use is controlled (in a manner specified by the Regulations) to ensure exposure to asbestos fibres is below half the exposure standard. https://content.api.worksafe.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/2018-06/ISBN-Asbestos-handbook-for-workplaces-2008-09.pdf 41
Emergency Evacuation & First Aid
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Contractor Responsibilities The contractor.. •
Is responsible for providing first aid facilities at the work site in accordance with Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017.
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Is required to display, in prominent places at the work site, emergency contact numbers including ambulance, medical services, hospital, etc.
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Must notify Venue Security or contact immediately if there is a requirement for ambulance, fire brigade or police to attend the CitiPower Centre. If for some reason these numbers cannot be reached, call 000 (0 000 from internal phones) or 112 from mobiles.
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Must report and record accidents and injuries that occur on the work site in accordance with statutory provisions and Cricket Victoria’s requirements.
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Must investigate all accidents and implement corrective / preventative measures to prevent a repeat occurrence.
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Emergency Evacuation It is a requirement that you are familiar with the Venues emergency procedures and agree to comply with them including responding to all alarms and following instructions given by authorised staff and/or attending Emergency Services personnel. In an evacuation, the warden is the person in charge Site induction will inform you about •
What happens when there is an evacuation
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What route you take to exit the venue
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Where you go – the evacuation meeting points will be identified
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Who is the warden
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Shut down and make safe any equipment you are operating
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Calmly proceed to the nominated assembly point within the venue and await further instructions from the warden
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Follow the nominated evacuation path to exit the venue
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Stay at the assembly point until your warden or emergency services tell you what to do.
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Follow any instructions issue to you by Emergency Wardens
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Medical Emergencies •
Ensure someone stays with the casualty to provide assistance.
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Advise Security on [insert number], stating condition of casualty and exact location.
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If Security can’t be contacted call ambulance on 000.
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Send someone to the nearest road to direct emergency services.
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Return to the casualty and advise that help is on way.
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First Aid Procedures All injuries must be reported as soon as possible to your nominated venue contact. In case of Injury • Remain calm and send for assistance • Where possible, do not move the injured person (unless they remain in an unsafe/ hazardous location). • Make the injured person comfortable • Bleeding – cover the wound with a clean pad and apply pressure to the injury • Do not move any limb that may be broken; and • Remain with the injured person until help arrives In case of Serious Injury • Danger – ensure the area is safe for all persons • Response – check for response – ask name – squeeze shoulders • Send for help – call triple zero 000 for an ambulance or ask another person to call. • Airway – open mouth – if foreign material present, place in recovery position, clear airway. • Breathing – check for breathing, look, listen, feel – if none commence CPR • CPR – 30 chest compressions: 2 breaths. Continue compressions until help arrives or patient recovers. • Defibrillation – apply defibrillator if available and follow voice prompts Speak to your nominated venue contact for venue specific information 46
Step 5 Monitor control measures
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Monitor Control Measures It should be noted that controlling OHS hazards and risks is an ongoing process and needs to account for any changes at the workplace. Therefore, it is important that risk control measures are regularly monitored and reviewed to ensure relevancy. Reviewing control measures should be done in consultation with employees and HSRs, at least whenever: •
any changes are made to the workplace
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any injuries have occurred, or
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you become aware of any new health and safety information about the hazards and risks.
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Incident/ Near Miss reporting Should an incident or near miss occur you are required to: •
Report the incident to your venue contact
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Seek first aid treatment as required
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Follow instructions from authorised persons
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Cooperate with investigators
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DO NOT interfere with the scene unless it is to save a life or prevent further damage.
You must report EVERY SINGLE incident or near miss to your venue contact.
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Event Contractors Specific Requirements for Events at the Venue
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Safety Hazards – Event Management Major events are unique, and each would pose its own specific safety risks. Some of the risks at major events can be as follows: •
Security
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People
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Hazardous material
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Construction
All staff and contractors are required to identify potential risks and record them in any relevant risk registers, risk management plans or safety plans prior to any event held at the Venue. https://content.api.worksafe.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/201806/ISBN-Advice-for-managing-major-events-safely-200604.pdf
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Controls – Event Management WorkSafe lists the following as potential Crowd Control risk solutions for agencies: •
At least two crowd controllers at the main entry points to a venue, with male and female crowd controllers at the door.
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At least one of the crowd controllers at the door should have experience in managing door control and dealing with the type of patron expected at the event or venue.
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All crowd controllers can speak English to ensure effective communication.
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The supervising crowd controller should have experience in managing large groups of patrons entering the venue.
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Provision of protective clothing to suit weather conditions or time of day/night.
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High visibility clothing which clearly identifies all crowd controllers and the supervising crowd controller should be distinguished from other crowd controllers.
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Any potential incidents at the door requiring attendance by a supervising crowd controller should have been decided and communicated to all relevant people in advance.
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Site Requirements for Event setup/ operations/ bump out Cricket Victoria manage and/or oversee a number of events at the venue. •
Contractors are required to construct, install or manage their component of an event in accordance with contractual obligations.
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Contractors must restore the site to its original state when the event is finished.
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Contractors are liable for any excessive wear and tear and/or damage to grounds or property resulting from their work.
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Contractors may be required to schedule any works with the Event owner as part of a Bump-in/ Bump-out plan – this will be communicated in advance
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All Event Contractors MUST provide all information on proposed works and operations PRIOR to accessing the site this includes: • Provide all relevant documentation as outlined in the Contractor Manual • Ensure safe work practices including: •
Cable auditing
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barriers in place before commencing works
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Signage where appropriate
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Before you start work Next Steps
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Pre Arrival There are a number of steps that need to be completed before you arrive at the CitiPower Centre to undertake any works Step 1
Complete the Induction Course and receive the Contractor Induction Card.
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Arrange Site Access with your relevant contractor and undertake the short Site Induction Course
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Contact the controller of the work area in which the work is to be performed and inform them of the extent of works to be undertaken, the possible impact on the area and ascertain if any hazards exist in the work area
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Provide any Safe Work Statements and other mandatory requirements to your Cricket Victoria contact.
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If required – arrange vehicle access and/ or parking with your Cricket Victoria contact
Do not commence work unless all the required safety checks and risk assessments have been completed to the satisfaction of Cricket Victoria
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Arrival Contractor is to report to the reception at the VCCC and sign in and sign out when completed. the CitiPower Centre – Parking •
Parking restrictions apply
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Do not obstruct roads, driveways, building escape routes or fire protection equipment
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Deliveries and pickups must be arranged in advance with your relevant contact at the CitiPower Centre
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Metred parking is available external to the venue
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Carry out a safety check of your work area before and at the end of undertaken any work
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Place the appropriate tags, barriers, fences or signs around the work area before commencing work
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Isolate services
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Clean up after – all debris must be removed and the work site left tidy
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Dial before you Dig
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Site Rules When working on site at the CitiPower Centre •
Minimise disruption to normal activities and protect the health and safety of all persons at the Venue.
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Work only in your designated work area. Do not enter any restricted areas unless you have been cleared to do so. If in doubt contact your Cricket Victoria representative
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Where work is carried out in occupied or partially occupied premises, the Contractor should ensure that the work is carried out with minimum noise or interruption to the occupants of the premises
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Where are doorway, passageway and/or access to and from a building will be affected by work being undertaken – consult with your Cricket Victoria representative to ensure appropriate signage is installed or alternative access options provided
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Do not remove existing barriers, guards, lockout tags or locks unless specifically authorised by your Cricket Victoria representative. Do not enter machinery enclosures unless power has been isolated.
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Cricket Victoria does not tolerate any form of harassment or bullying in the workplace. Offenders may be removed by security and barred from returning to the site.
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Site Rules (cont..) Noise The CitiPower Centre is a working environment. All contractors are required to keep noise near buildings to a minimum at all times use noise suppression where possible. Radios and other loud music are not permitted at the Venue. Check with your CV contact before using chainsaws and brush cutters etc. Check. Wear appropriate PPE to protect hearing when necessary. Penalties for generating noise pollution apply to both individuals and businesses.
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Waste Management Dispose of Waste Safely and Correctly All contract workers must strictly follow waste handling and disposal procedures. •
You MUST NOT dispose of waste on the CitiPower Centre property.
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You MUST NOT use ordinary rubbish bins for construction and demolition wastes.
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Do not allow rubbish to accumulate. Rubbish must be appropriately removed from site.
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There are special waste materials that must be handled with extra care. Remember that Hazardous waste treatment and disposal must comply with EPA Regulations.
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It is against the law to place any material (other than clean water) in a position where it is likely to leak, fall or be blown into any drain or gutter that is used to receive rainwater.
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Cricket Victoria strongly encourages Contractors to identify waste minimisation options at the start of each job.
Environment The Victorian Government has determined that every individual has a duty of care to the environment. This means that both employers and employees alike need to: •
take all reasonable steps to prevent pollution and protect the environment.
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show that everything that could have been done to prevent an incident from occurring has been done.
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ensure that all necessary pollution control measures are in place and are regularly checked and maintained to minimise the risk of an environmental incident.
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Conclusion Next Steps
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Conclusion The aim of this induction course was: 1. To provide you with the relevant information around your obligations that relate to: • Safety • Emergency Evacuation • First Aid; and • Security procedures 2. Provide you with general site information that contractors are required to know and comply with at all times when performing work at the CitiPower Centre 3. You should now know • Your responsibilities and commitment to work health and safety; • The risk management approach at the CitiPower Centre • How to report incidents and near misses • Your responsibilities when setting up for an Event at the Venue
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Next steps Complete the induction questionnaire to demonstrate your understanding of this induction session. Ensure you receive sign off from your venue contact Undertake Site Induction at the CitiPower Centre Sign in/ out Other site information to be provided: •
Provide specific detail of your venue plan or work to be undertaken on the site via a Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS).
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SWMS documents are to be submitted to the nominated Cricket Victoria contact.
In order to assist contractors to meet their requirements the following contract points are available: •
For any technical queries please contact Venue & Facilities Manager (Thomas Renshaw 0411 010 110)
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For any queries regarding the course content or the site induction process please contact the Venue & Facilities Manager
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